Discovery

Dear Vienna - You are correct that because your friend's lawyer is NOT your lawyer, anything that you discuss with him/her is discoverable, because...

Car accident with liabitlty insurance

Dear Barstow - The insurance company said that because they CAN!!! Did you think insurance companies play fair? nonsense - they are out to make a...

Dear Williamsburg - Summary judgment is a purely civil law concept and not applicable in criminal cases. Also - good luck with any motion to...

Is the license suspension mandatory under the first offender program for underaged possession/consumption of alchohol in va?

Dear Richmond - If you are charged under Va. Code Section 4.1-305, the court must suspend your license.

I was pulled over for going 83 in a 70 in VA. What will I likely get in court?

It is possible that you could get a reduced charge in exchange for attending a driver improvement clinic. Your best bet would be to get a lawyer...

I was involved in a minor auto accident. We exchanged phone numbers and I went on my way. Was I legally required to stay there?

Dear Richmond - You did exactly what the law requires. Virginia Code Section 46.2-894 addresses the duty of driver to stop, etc., in event of...

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Dear Warrenton - please get a lawyer and do yourself a favor!! you have a reckless charge with an aspect that will anger the judge - you were in...

Dear Ashburn - the lawyer has a duty to give you all documents related to your case and can not properly withhold them! Send a letter asking for them.

Separation agreement a must when separated after only 6 months of marriage-share no children, no debt-can we divorce w/o one?

Dear Suffolk - the rings are yours! you would be better served if you at least consult with a domestic relations lawyer. You can use the AVVO find...

What steps can I take to ensure my sister in law repays me the money owed due to me cashing a third party check for her?

Dear Richmond - without knowing more, it sounds like the check might have been improperly presented to you for negotiation. I expect that you did...