In this case from the Workers’ Compensation Commission, the Court of Appeals decides whether a claimant failed to cooperate with vocational rehabilitation without justification. More
Category Archives: CAV Opinions
Choi v. Choi, Record No. 0727-22-4 (Va. Ct. App. Aug. 1, 2023)
In a published order, the Court of Appeals determines whether an amendment to its jurisdictional statute affects pending appeals. More
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
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
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