Juli Porto

Miles v. Commonwealth, Record No. 0288-22-2 (Va. Ct. App. July 25, 2023)

The Court of Appeals interprets Rule 5A:18 and two terms within Code § 18.2‑279, which prohibits the discharge of a firearm within an occupied building. More

Walker v. Commonwealth, Record No. 0464-22-2 (Va. Ct. App. July 18, 2023)

In determining what conditions to place on a person found not guilty by reason of insanity, a trial court must balance the acquittee’s need for treatment and supervision with the interests of justice and society. More

Blue Pearl Veterinary Partners, LLC v. Anderson, Record No. 1180-22-1 (Va. Ct. App. Jul. 11, 2023)

In this short opinion, the Court of Appeals determines the elements of damages that can be recovered for injury to a pet. More

Brown v. Kirkpatrick, Record No. 1100-22-1 (Va. Ct. App. July 5, 2023)

In a split opinion, a Court of Appeals panel finds that an insured can pursue a tortfeasor for full payment of a judgment when a UIM carrier waives its right of subrogation. More

Commonwealth v. Muwahhid, Record No. 0618-22-2 (Va. Ct. App. June 13, 2023)

The Court of Appeals interprets the private-person clause of the Virginia Tort Claims Act. More

CSE, Inc. v. Kibby Welding, LLC, Record No. 1438-22-3 (Va. Ct. App. June 13, 2023)

Here, the court explores the enforceability of a guaranty. More

City of Hampton v. Williamson, Record No. 210988 (Va. June 8, 2023)

This opinion and dissent delve into several canons of statutory construction to determine the discovery obligations of a locality in a grievance proceeding. More

King v. Commonwealth, Record No. 0397-22-1 (Va. Ct. App. June 6, 2023)

In this case, the Court of Appeals explores the limits of the Miller defense. More

Abouemara v. Commonwealth, Record No. 0284-22-2 (Va. Ct. App. June 6, 2023)

When is a bribe a bribe? More

Orndoff v. Commonwealth, Record No. 0973-21-4 (Va. Ct. App. June 6, 2023)

This case discusses under what circumstances a trial court has the power of summary contempt. More