I was issued a subpoena for witness in a domestic relations case. What can I do? Do I have to show up? There was no charges made

If a properly subpoenaed witness fails to appear in court, the judge could either do nothing or charge the witness with failure to appear. Absent...

Civil lawsuits require one to prove both liability and damages. In a case like this one, where it appears that your damages are not high...

You will almost certainly be charged with larceny as a juvenile. You may or may not be charged with misdemeanors connected to allegations related...

Probation with a new charge

Your boyfriend is facing a probation violation that can include imposition of any suspended jail time from the underlying charge. In addition, a...

Settling dispute between customer and my business. He said - I said issue....

Your customer will have the burden of proof. He will have to prove the case by a preponderance of the evidence. You, of course, will be able to...

Can I get my Felony charge dropped to a misdemeanor ? it was labeled possession of methamphetamine

Depending on the facts of your case and mitigating circumstances, drug cases can be reduced to misdemeanors or can even be dismissed. Don't post...

I am very demoralized. I am a senior 65. I am female. I've been thru hell with a case. My lawyer screwed up.

Have you discussed your situation with another attorney? If not, you should. There may be causes of action available to you, ranging from filing...

There is a "revenge porn" law that can help you. http://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title18.2/chapter8/section18.2-386.2/ There is also a...

How can we get a frivolous lawsuit dismissed?

Virginia doesn't have a great mechanism for dismissing baseless cases as federal court system has. However, there are some tools -- such as a...

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What do I do about a civil claim settlement?

From what you write you may have a great defense and may not need to make the civil payment. An employee generally does not act as an "insurer"...