Is a Detinue a tort case? At pre trial the judge said "no discovery in this court" , but particulars and defense were ordered.

My suggestion is that you hire an attorney to help you with a Subpeona Duces Tecum. Are you in the General District Court?

Hello, I am a green card holder living in VA. My father lives in my home country and would like to invest here on property.

I would suggest that you consider forming an LLC or a corporation and buying the property in the name of the LLC/Corporation. There are many...

I live in Va. My mother died in 2004. In which court would it be filed?

I believe that you are asking about admitting a will to probate. In Virginia, that action is filed in the Circuit Court.

Did you hire the inspector or did the purchaser? If the purchaser hired the inspector, you have no privity of contract to sue him for damages....

Your first step should be to write a "cease and desist" letter to the debt collector. This letter should detail the offensive behavior and demand...

We want to do a short sale. Does my roommate have to sign the house over to me?

Yes, your roommate will have to transfer her interest in the property as well. Are you certain that you are eligible for a short sale? The lender...

I have a question about obtaining child custody of my daughter.

It really depends on what evidence he may come forward with that could possibly show that you are unfit to have sole custody. Custody...

What are the benefits of transfering real estate ownereship from tenants-in-common to a Incorporated entity?

There are several reasons to transfer real estate ownership into a corporation or LLC. I am currently helping someone from outside the US purchase...

How do you determine if a lease is under "VRLTA? and if its signed does it matter if its under law or not?

I'm not sure of your specific question. However, not all residential leases are governed by VRLTA. The VRLTA is mostly aimed at property owners...

I have been renting out a room in my condo to a friend for over a year without a lease or deposit.

Quite frankly, I think you would have a difficult time convincing a small claims court to charge him for painting. This is typically considered...