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    r/d too fast cond acc

    Tickets are public and attorneys get the information from the police department. I am always wary of them but some excellent attorneys in VA do this. Check out his references first. You and your daughter could go in and talk to the prosecutor to see if you can work out a deal prior to your...
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    quitclaim deed validity/effectiveness?

    Delivery and acceptance are two different things. Only the board could "accept." That requires a meeting and vote. I would suggest a lawsiut against the "wealty" owner and also trying to work with your local govt. agencies for a grant to upgrade the system.
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    please HELP!!!!!!!!!!!

    Have you applied for a zoning change?
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    when speeding is not speeding

    Virginia is very agressive in enforcing the traffic laws. Reckless is anything over 80 mph. You cannot afford not to hire an attorney or drive back. You should be able to negotiate down to a nine over which is no insurance increase.
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    Discovery in small claims

    Have you checked with the clerk of court to see if discovery is allowed? In many states it is not available at the small claims level. Even if it is you have to file your request with the court and have it properly served.
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    laws protecting 18 year old h.s. student

    The boyfriend had no responsibility to support her, period. I suggest that she look for a part-time job and offer to pay a share of the rent, food and utilties.
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    Joint Custody, Physical custody 50/50, ex won't change wording on agreement..help!

    Since the child is 17 it is unlikely the court will modify anything at this stage. Your husband is responsible for continuing to pay CS but should file for it to end when the son reaches 18. Of course you can file for 50/50 and stopping CS and you might win. You do need to consult with an...
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    Prayer for judgment

    You cannot take a prayer for judgment. This is a very serious offense and it is a mandatory court appearance. Anything over 80 in VA is considered reckless driving. At this speed I recommend an attorney.
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    Beneficiary died before receiving his assests in the will.

    Basically you have a big mess. You need to get a copy of the probate file on your Grandmother and also your Grandfather and then take everything to an attorney. The bank account and CD's may have passed outside of the estate. Someone needs to start probate immediately on your Dad and be...
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    Divorce Settlement Issues

    What was the practice worth when you were married? Subtract that from its current value and then offer to split it. I would strongly suggest that you talk to an accountant and then consider formal mediation to resolve all marital property issues. Making an offer usually only tends to string...
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    Arrest, Search, Seizure, Warrant Pulled over without probable cause

    Unfortunately there is nothing that you can do. Any officer can come up with probable cause for a traffic stop. He could easily claim you turned too fast or did not come to a complete stop, etc. You can complain to the department but if you are from the area that may only lead to more...
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    Quit Claim Nightmare

    Not without going back to court.
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    Arrest, Search, Seizure, Warrant Is this an illegal search & seizure

    Depends on the exact wording of the warrant and the probable cause. You can file a claim for damages to the property or for exclusion of any evidence obtained.
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    Executor to Wll

    You need to contact the bank and request the records. You also need to contact the probate court and get a copy of the will. There is a statute of limitations which is state specific. Usually you only have two years.
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    Death notices

    There is no legal requirement that a notice be placed in the paper.
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    Rights for person in no common law state

    Since both of your names are on the title, he cannot throw you out. However, the bank will take it back if the payments aren't made. You probably need to think about selling and each taking your share. A bigger problem is your child. You are going to have to come up with a custody and child...
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    PFJ or something else?

    Assumint this is NC you can usually go in and talk tot he prosecutor prior to your court date. The clerk of court can give you the office hours. They will probably allow you to take your PFJ.
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    Execution of Will

    I think what SJ is telling you is that you need to go to the probate court and see what has been filed. Then you need to go see an attorney.
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    If I Can Pick-Up Impounded Car Now Wasn't the impoundment Improper?

    The impoundment was proper since the person driving it did not have a valid license. There is also nothing wrong with the delay. You should have checked before you lent him the vehicle. You can sue him in small calims for your expenses and loss of use but all you will have is a judgement which...
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    Teen Auto Accident

    The officer did not see the accident and it sounds like you were not at fault. Talk to your parents but you can probably get it dismissed. I doubt the other driver will show for court.
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