Is it reasonable to expect my landlord to compensate for the high utility bills?

Your landlord is required to provide heating. If the heating is unreasonably expensive, you should ask to have it fixed. A lot of leases have...

Would like to know if I'm Within my rights

The first question is whether or not your issue falls u see the Virginia landlord/tenant act. The act covers "parts of structures" where an...

What is the best way to prove intentionally not reporting all income when parent is self-employed?

Gather whatever physical evidence you can. Ask the Court to allow discovery and then ask her for her wage documents. Tax returns, pay stubs, etc.

How can I be proactive to minimize attorney fees, what should I be familiar with as far as processes, documents & procedures?

If you want to save money, you can try and get on a flat fee arrangement with an attorney or, if hourly, make sure you do all the groundwork to get...

I live in Virginia, is it lawful to rent an apt with one way in and one way out and you live on the second floor

It sounds like there may be a code violation. Landlords must comply with all building codes that materially affect health and safety. If your...

Can aflac make changes to my policy without notifying me, If my contract does not say it is allowed?

A lot of contracts have vague provisions that the insured will "cooperate" with the insurer to obtain documents. The insurer is probably okay...

Do i have to testify if i don't want to?

The rule is that you must testify unless the statements are incriminating and there is a reasonable likelihood of prosecution. The Commonwealth's...

Can I stay in my apartment legally until 4/30/2017 because I think this is the end of the lease period.

Your lease should have a start date and a term. That will govern when your lease ends. Any information outside of the lease itself is probably not...

You can request a change in the visitation schedule if there is a "material change in circumstances." Moving to a smaller home would probably...

If you have the money to pay, you should contact your lender immediately. Having worked for big banks, I know they would rather keep a paying...