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Can I Erase An Arrest From My Record? Expungements in Virginia
By F. Andrew Carroll, Esquire Sometimes prospective clients want to erase their past legal difficulties. They’re concerned that their youthful foolishness isn’t as trivial as they convinced their parents back in the day. Youthful legal indiscretions may have adverse implications for future background checks, jobs or promotions. Will a security clearance be denied? Will a […]
“3 Is A Magic Number” For Virginia Landlords
By Brent J. Schultheis, Esquire The canon of Schoolhouse Rock, that pillar of musical education, offers many lessons that continue to enlighten and entertain. One of the gems from its songbook is critical if you own and lease residential property in Virginia: “3 Is A Magic Number.” Three is important because it’s when you, generally, […]
My Old Virginia Home: Not The Friendliest Place for Defendants
By Brent J. Schultheis, Esquire and Nancy D. Greene, Esquire. Virginia is an exceptional place to live and work. Being sued in state court is exceptional – but certainly not fortunate. In fact, the civil litigation rules can be harsh on defendants. Why is litigation hard on defendants in Virginia? Most cases don’t go to […]
Oh Crap, A Cop’s Pulling Me Over – Now What? Or What to do (and not do) during a traffic stop.
By Martin J. Yeager, Esquire The blue lights and headlights flash behind you. Your palms sweat. Your heart races as you pull over. A look in the rear-view mirror reveals an officer speaking on his radio. You’re stopped by the police. What do you do? Calm Yourself. Now is the time for clear thinking (or thinking […]