Virginia Beach
Fri
Sat
-
VB Man goes to jail then loses business
Virginia Beach resident John Papakostas has had one bad week. On Monday, he was accused of peeping tom activity. Over the next two days, the city closed down his business.
-
Substitute teacher arrested at school
Portsmouth police arrested a substitute teacher as she was leaving work Friday for her alleged role in an Oct. crime.
-
Aquarium says watch out for whales
The Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center is asking local fisherman to watch out for whales .
-
Opponents want hunting bill shot down
Hunting on private land on Sundays is close to becoming a law in Virginia. But, the bill is getting mixed reviews.
-
Noncompete Suit Goes Forward
In this litigation over a noncompete clause, the Loudoun County Circuit Court declines to reconsider its decision overruling demurrers to two counts of plaintiff employer’s complaint, in light of the recent ruling in Home Paramount. Defendants asked the court to reconsider its ruling with respect to two counts of plaintiff’s complaint in light of the recent [...]
-
AAA Rules Adoption Means Arbitration
In this pay dispute between a prime contractor and subcontractor on a foreign telecommunications contract, an Alexandria U.S. District Court says the incorporation of the AAA Rules in the subcontract’s arbitration clause, and the waiver provision drafted by the prime contractor are “clear and unmistakable evidence” that the parties intended for the issue of arbitrability [...]
-
BRB Benefits Award Affirmed
In this appeal of an award from the Benefits Review Board for claimant’s work-related injury, the Norfolk U.S. District Court affirms the Benefits Review Board’s decision on respondent’s average weekly wage and its decision regarding the disqualification of an interpreter position as suitable alternative employment, but vacates the BRB’s calculation of respondent’s post-injury wage earning [...]
-
No Bank Challenge for Attorney Fee Lien
A Richmond U.S. District Court Magistrate Judge recommends denial of plaintiff motel’s request for appointment of its own counsel as a “special master”’ with authority to endorse a settlement check on behalf of Aurora Bank, and that no further action be taken with respect to the dispute over the settlement funds. Plaintiff bank initiated this action [...]
* Practices Exclusively in Hampton Roads - Virginia Beach, Norfolk,
Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Hampton, & Newport News
* Practices Only Traffic, Criminal and Personal Injury Law
E-mail Mr. Cardon NOW
At Cardon & Goodman, we have one goal in mind - a satisfied client. We are committed to giving each client the best possible legal defense. We prepare our clients meticulously for court and offer them realistic expectations. Our lawyers specialize in different cites in Hampton Roads so that you know what to expect from the judges, the police officers and prosecutors in your case.
Cardon & Goodman, PC is a Hampton Roads, VA-based law firm serving clients in the areas of traffic, criminal and personal injury law. We are committed to achieving positive outcomes in all of our cases.
If you are ever hurt due to the negligence of another, the legal team of Cardon & Goodman is committed to helping you get the justice you deserve. We will try to settle your case without having to go through the emotional expense of a trial, however, if that is not possible; we will fight the party responsible for your injury in court.
FREE CONSULTATION
MILITARY DISCOUNTS
757-306-9060
Frequently Asked Questions
Sign Summons or Go to Jail
by David A. Cardon, Esquire
Dear Mr. Cardon,
I was pulled over by a Virginia Beach police officer two weeks ago for failure to obey a highway sign. The police officer asked me to sign a summons but I refused, thinking I might be admitting guilt. The officer told me she would arrest me if I refused the sign the summons, which I did. Can the officer arrest me if I refuse to sign the summons?
Yes, she can arrest you. Your signature on the summons simply acknowledges your promise to either pay the fine and costs, or appear in court on the return date. It is not an admission that you are guilty for the alleged offense. If you refuse to sign the summons, the officer has no choice but to arrest you and bring you before the magistrate. The magistrate will issue a summons for you to appear in court on the return date and then have it served on you.
