In law there’s usually more than 1 way to do something.  Some of these ways are better than others (at least some of the time).  Sometimes you make mistakes.  Lawyers are human.  But there are lots of ways to fix … Continue reading →

In Virginia, if a lawsuit is about a contract, and the contract is not attached to the complaint, you can file a “Motion to Crave Oyer”. Whuzzat?  Forget the oyster puns.  Heard them all many years ago.  This is not … Continue reading →

I had a very interesting (and alarming) experience recently.  It had to do with authenticating text messages.  I had always thought that the way to authenticate a text message was fairly simple:  You put the recipient on the stand and … Continue reading →

Here’s the value of a really good legal assistant (will credit to the Mother of all Hamsters–she knows who she is) Many lawyers face the problem of a client who calls many lawyers and can’t evaluate which one is best … Continue reading →

Usually I can get a 3rd party’s records by asking. Sometimes I have to file a subpoena for them (called a Subpoena Duces Tecum).  The SDT calls for the record-keeper to appear with the records at a specific date, time and place.  … Continue reading →

Two people, Mary & Holly create a staffing business. Business is formed as an LLC. Partners agree verbally that they will split all profits and liabilities. There is no writting Operating Agreement for the LLC. Mary has complete control of … Continue reading →

Technology. Love it or hate it, we depend on it daily. Cell phones, computers, laptops, and now those insidious devices known as the i-Pad, i-phone or even the android. Sure, they help us keep in touch. They also make us … Continue reading →

Posted Feb 6, 2012 3:00 PM CDT By Martha Neil on the ABA Journal See http://www.abajournal.com/news/article/law_firm_police_depts._struggle_to_get_back_online_after_claimed_anonymous_/ While the names are funny as hell, the issue is not, especially when first responders are targeted. I am not sure how one protects … Continue reading →

However, keep track of how your kid feels. If she/he is still feeling threatened, be prepared to call the bully back. Tell the bully that if he calls, texts or Facebooks your kid again, you will call the cops. When … Continue reading →

How do you document this kind of bullying behavior without sounding like you are over-reacting to something that is not considered a big deal by the school? Here are a few suggestions that may help. 1. As soon as your … Continue reading →