Court of Appeals of Virginia Oral Argument Ben Glass

Ever wondered how centuries-old legal precedent still influences contemporary court cases? We navigate through the legal landscapes set by New York versus Thomas from 1896 and Monahan versus Obici Medical Management from 2006, analyzing whether a mitigation instruction is necessary and how a jury should ascertain the damages. As we journey through these legal mazes, we wrestle with the issue of making a contributory negligence argument despite the absence of supporting evidence.As the layers ...

Wouldn't you love to dissect the legal jargon and economic complexities that influence a company's fair market value? Today, we promise to guide you through the labyrinth of an operating agreement and decode the methodology of the appraiser in assessing a company's worth. Our discussion will unravel the significance of the court's decision to grant partial summary judgment favoring the plaintiff and the impact this has on fair market value. We'll also shed light on the often ambiguous termino...

Ready to turn the tables on your understanding of the law? Brace yourself as we delve deep into the intriguing legal intricacies surrounding the Mayor's dual role in the Town Government. We promise you an enlightening journey through the labyrinth of the Town Charter provision, its potential conflict with the Constitution and Code, and its impact on this fascinating power play.How about we challenge the status quo? We’ll take you through the repercussions of the Mayor's unilateral decision to...

This case is argued to two of Virginia's premier medical malpractice attorneys.The peel back the layers of jury instructions, specifically focusing on the controversial instructions of a malpractice trial. Posing as a pivotal point in our discussion, the plaintiff questions the implications of an instruction mirroring almost verbatim the defense expert's opinion. Could this not have swayed the case unfairly?Delving into the matter, the parties address the problem of the defense expert testimo...

Ever wondered how the placement of a gate could trigger a significant legal battle? Brace yourself for a deep dive into the riveting world of property rights, guided by the Virginia Supreme Court's 1924 ruling on prescriptive easement and gate placement. Unravel the argument that Mr. Corbett needed to know his rights were being threatened to assert his property rights, and dissect the implications of the gate erected in 1995 on Hawke Trail. Get ready to be enthralled by the compelling narrati...

Are you prepared to step into the heart of a case that challenges the bounds of law enforcement authority? Join us for an oral argument that promises to bring the law to life, as the parties dissect a case involving Sergeant Jones and Mr Cunningham., werea seemingly routine detention for suspected panhandling that spirals its way into the legal system.Our journey continues as we probe the blurred line between begging and asking, scrutinizing the benchmarks of probable cause for an arrestable ...