Get Help from a Race Discrimination Lawyer
Unfortunately, race discrimination still occurs in American society. This can happen in the workplace and in nonprofessional settings. Race discrimination is one of the most frequent forms of intolerance in the United States. Here’s what you need to know about race discrimination. Civil Rights Act of 1964 The Civil Rights Act of 1964 is a... Read More
Avoid 3 Nightmare Prom Scenarios | Tips from a Criminal Attorney
Prom is a special time in every teenager’s life. It’s a chance to dress up and have a night of fun with friends. However, prom night can turn into a nightmare quickly without the proper precautions. Here are tips for avoiding the top three nightmare prom scenarios. Drunk Driving First on the list is... Read More
Tortious Interference with Business Expectancy
There are 5 required elements to a tortious interference with contract claim: (1) the existence of a valid and enforceable contract between two parties; (2) a third party’s awareness of that contractual relationship; (3) that third party’s intentional and unjustified inducement of one party to breach the contract; (4) a resulting breach caused by that... Read More
Easy Steps to Estate Planning Fairfax VA
Estate planning is important for everyone. Despite what you may think, nearly everyone has an estate, including, for example: a car, home, investments, checking and savings accounts, life insurance, personal possessions, and the like. Large or small, everyone has an estate. And, as we all know, you can’t take your estate with you when you... Read More
Congrats to Our Attorneys Named to the 2022 Super Lawyer List!
Cook Craig & Francuzenko would like to congratulate our attorneys who were named to the SuperLawyers lists for 2022! Awarded Under the Sections of Best Attorneys in Employment, Family, Criminal and Business John Cook, Partner – SuperLawyers Virginia – Employment Law Broderick Dunn, Partner – SuperLawyers Virginia – Employment Law Alanna Williams, Partner... Read More
6 Reasons to Hire a Mediator for Employment Dispute Resolution
There are several benefits of hiring a mediator for employment dispute resolution. We will discuss those below as well as how you can implement the practice into your business. 1) Fair and Neutral Mediation is fair and neutral. Parties have an equal say, no matter their position, and the parties (not the mediator)... Read More
Tips for Services Contracts for Businesses
Contracts are everywhere, especially in business. It is crucial to understand your contract and how they can help protect you and your business. Your contracts lawyer can greatly help. What is a Services Contract? A services contract is an agreement between you or your business, and a client or customer, under which you... Read More
3 Benefits of Mediation for a Workplace Dispute
Many studies have shown the success of mediation in workplace disputes. This is a way to resolve interpersonal conflicts among management and staff before they create larger issues. To do this, a workplace dispute mediation attorney is often used in Fairfax, VA. 1) Promoting Mediation vs. Formal Complaint If a company wants to encourage mediation... Read More
What Makes for a Great Employment Lawyer?
When it comes to law, you want the best. Whether that’s employment law, business law, family, or criminal law. Here’s what you need to know about the best employment lawyer in Northern Virginia. Best Lawyers in Northern Virginia Northern Virginia Magazine compiles a list of top lawyers in NOVA. To do this, they sent surveys... Read More
Why Hire an Election Campaign Lawyer in Virginia?
In addition to our other legal offerings, we serve as federal and state campaign and election counsel. Campaign finance and election law is important at both state and federal levels. Our team has high-level experience as election campaign lawyers in Virginia. What Does an Election Lawyer Do? Among other things, an election lawyer will: Protect... Read More