The business may be willing to cut you a deal to establish good relationships in the community. Your contract may provide you with some other...

How do I obtain Custody of my 16 yr old Niece from my Sister? I am in VA, they are in Illinois. Thank you.

The Illinois courts will have to make a ruling, and Illinois law should apply. You should contact a local attorney to see if you have a good case,...

How can I get my security deposit back

You have several options. First, you can make a reasonable counteroffer. If not accepted, you can get an estimate of your own and present it to...

Garnishment Question

It depends on if you agreed to an alternative payment plan and if you are following that plan. If you told them what you can afford and they didn't...

Who is responsible and who should have to pay?

Parents can be held liable in Virginia for intentional conduct of children that causes damage to private property. In this case, the conduct...

What I need to do?

There's a lot going on here and it's difficult to decipher. It would probably be best if you sat down with an attorney who could go through all the...

My ex roommate skipped out on my lease now she is threatening to file sexual assault on me if I sue her

Accusation of a crime to obtain a pecuniary benefit is illegal in Virginia and there is a civil cause of action for frivolous lawsuits called...

If I get a loan, can the judgements against me come and take it all away?

Usually a business loan is secured by the assets of the business, which can be sold to satisfy the debt. If the debt is unsecured, then the...

Will I have to start paying rent on a well that has not been signed off by the health department?

This is a fairly unique situation, but your lease contract probably says something to the effect that the well must be in working order. It is...

Is it fair business practice to make a non cancellation policy for a child service?

The "no cancellation" provision may be valid, but it doesn't mean you have to force your boys to go, it just means you have to pay for the...