Dear King George - It is unclear if you retained possession of this item. If it is still at the employer's, then why is an issue when it was...

My wife's name is on deed to our marital home but no longer on the mortgage, does she still have legal claim to 1/2 of home?

Dear Marshall - From what you post, it sounds like she is failing to admit what she has already agreed to, The title company will be key in proving...

How can I avoid getting this ticket on my record?

Dear Herndon - YOU and your witness can appear without a lawyer and present your case. However, the policeman and prosecutor are professionals who...

What are my rights as a renter when a leak has not been fixed for over 60 days?

Dear Richmond - It sounds like you are in a partially uninhabitable apartment, and that the landlord has a duty to remove you from it at no charge....

Does rule 11 of the federal practice and procedure apply to the states?

Dear Richmond - here is the text of Va. Code Section 8.01-272.1, which is the equivalnt state statute: § 8.01-271.1. Signing of pleadings,...

What is the significance of not signing off on your deposition?

Dear Newport News - You can review Virginia Rule 4:5 (e), which addresses the submission of a deposition transcript to a witness. As noted, if a...

Dear Midlothian - If the arbitration clause is mandatory, which most are, then other methods of dispute resolution are waived. As stated above,...

Asap drug violation on first dui

Dear Hayes- your result will be reported to the court and a hearing will be set for you to try and explain why you should not get some of your...

Is there a statute (Virginia) covering civilian (me) filing reckless driving charges against someone?

Dear Stafford - I also note that if the other driver was crazy enough to act the way you describe he/she may react to your brining criminal charges...

Can I sue the attorney to put a mechanics lien on my house for a fraudulent contractor

Dear Purcellville- While you can sue anyone, I doubt that there is any chance of recovering, since the lawyer acted on the contractor's statement...