I have filed a Lawsuit Complaint, with a Motion to proceed . I also ordered service to be affected . As a Pro Se Plaintiff !

Litigation is a specialized skill. Often, self-represented litigants make procedural mistakes that cause them to lose their case without even...

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I am currently have a civil lawsuit against a company for about 4 yrs. now ,but the company has change their name to avoid

A plaintiff need not rely on the Sheriff to serve a defendant. He can arrange for private process service. This can be more effective when...

Is it possible to have a decision appealed when a 1 yr old dog bites a neighbor and is classified as a dangerous dog.

One can appeal a Dangerous Dog finding and have an entirely new trial in the Circuit Court. To exercise this right, one must note an appeal in...

I won a lawsuit in civil court, pro se. But the judge asked for the order. How do I create an order ?

In Virginia litigants (usually through their lawyers) present proposed Orders for the judge to sign. An Order is simply the judgment of the court....

Corporation Shares

In Virginia, minority shareholders have rights. One should seek legal counsel prior to signing legal documents.

Business Shares

This is a very common occurrence. When ones's business partner doesn't properly pay investment income, there are civil causes of action that may...

When one misses a court date, a judge can issue a Capias (arrest warrant). Then, either the judge or receiving magistrate can order the person...

We have a court case in June 2014. We got a letter today saying the other party wants to file a late answer. What does that mea

One asks for leave to file a late answer when one misses the relatively short deadline for responding to a lawsuit, or because one needs more time...

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Housemate's dog has a history of aggression and attacked my dog, requiring stitches. Is my housemate responsible for the bill?

When one's dog causes damage, and the dog's violent nature is known by the owner yet she failed to take precautions, she can be liable. Don't post...

Two questions are described below pertaining to Jury instructions for a non-jury civil case.

One should certainly ask his lawyer about trial particulars -- even after the trial is over. Lawyers often answer post trial questions. Regarding...