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My engagement is off. I want to retrieve my engagement and wedding ring

Mark's answer | Answered on July 02, 2014

Dear Fairfax - I have seen this issue arise before - and the resolution depends on whether the rings were a gift, meaning that they were given as a...

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My wages have been garnished for a debt back in 2005. In VA the SOL is 7 yrs. I'm I still obligated to pay?

Mark's answer | Answered on July 02, 2014

You are mixing up a statute of limitations with how long a judgment is valid. Once a judgment is rendered, it lasts for 20 years, and can be...

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Do I need to get a lawyer for my suspended license

Mark's answer | Answered on July 01, 2014

Dear Herndon - You likely have unpaid fines or costs or both in Virginia, which triggered a suspension of your right to drive IN VIRGINIA. If you...

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I was charged with reckless by speed. Is it common for someone to hire a lawyer? Is jail time and/or a suspended license common?

Mark's answer | Answered on July 01, 2014

Reckless driving is a Class 1 misdemeanor - -a crime. You should get a lawyer to assist you in this matter. Good luck.

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How could I remove my name from the deed and mortgage? I own this property with another person (ex boyfriend) 50/50

Mark's answer | Answered on July 01, 2014

If you are on the deed of trust, then you are obligated to the lender for the property. It would be best for you to get a lawyer and address the...

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If a person in the passenger seat in the front is drunk, can the driver be charged with a dui?

Mark's answer | Answered on July 01, 2014

This should not be grounds for the driver to be charged with DUI.

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How do I make sure that I get the lesser charge and don't do jail time. I am trying to overall save my personal record here.

Mark's answer | Answered on July 01, 2014

Dear Danville - I agree that you should stop posting specific facts. You need a lawyer to try to negotiate a resolution. AVVO has a find a lawyer...

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Contractors! Fraud

Mark's answer | Answered on June 30, 2014

Dear Midlothian - yes you can sue him and it sounds like you will likely win. However, it is often difficult to prove fraud, as opposed to "sloppy"...

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Are personal injury judgements due to simple negligence (i.e., auto accident) dischargeable in bankruptcy?

Mark's answer | Answered on June 30, 2014

I add to the comments of the other lawyers that this is why pursuing an individual, rather than accepting the available insurance coverage is most...

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In Virginia, is a UIM carrier REQUIRED to have a judgment to pursue subrogation claims?

Mark's answer | Answered on June 30, 2014

I agree with Mr. Tackett. The UIM insurer can require that a judgment be entered before paying the amount that it must pay - but it can accept...

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