Do You Have an Employment Race-Discrimination Claim in Virginia?
There are many forms of employment discrimination and all of them are illegal. Among these is race discrimination. If you have been treated differently due to race, you should seek legal counsel from a race discrimination lawyer. Discrimination Complaints First, you must understand that filing a discrimination complaint must be based on solid evidence of... Read More
The Great Resignation – the 1950’s Meets the 2020’s
Life often moves in cycles. One cycle arises out of certain circumstances. It creates the conditions that then cause the next cycle. And so on. The Greatest Generation fought WWII. It came home, spoiled its kids, and caused the Boomers to be who they are (often maligned as Hippies but, in reality, the driving force... Read More
When Do You Need an Estate Administration Lawyer in Virginia?
A close loved one has died, and you are the surviving spouse, child of a single parent, or simply “next of kin.” Immediately you are faced with questions: What is probate? My family member had a will. What do I do? MY family member had NO will . . . a trust? Must I qualify... Read More
How Will Glenn Youngkin’s Victory in the Virginia Gubernatorial Election Impact Virginia’s New Labor and Employment Laws?
Glenn Youngkin’s recent electoral victory over Terry McAuliffe sent shockwaves across the political landscape. Republican candidates also won their respective races for Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General, and the GOP appears poised to control the House of Delegates 52-48, although two races face recounts. Outlook on Glenn Youngkin’s Victory in the Virginia Gubernatorial Election Governor-elect... Read More
Best Practices for Dealing with Trademark Infringement in Virginia
What is trademark infringement and how do you deal with it? There are many factors and several variations, depending on the law and whether you’re at the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) or in court. What is Trademark Infringement? Trademark infringement – like copyright infringement – is when somebody uses a protected trademark without... Read More
Antidiscrimination Laws Protect Heterosexual White Men Too
The fictional female president on Netflix’s hit drama, House of Cards, Claire Underwood, once hopefully declared: “The reign of the middle-aged white man is over.” David Duvall, former Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications for Novant Health Inc, did not get President Underwood’s memo. On October 26, 2021, a federal jury in the Western... Read More
How to Start a Nonprofit in Virginia
Starting a nonprofit in Virginia requires significant preparation. Here’s how to start a nonprofit in Virginia from our lawyers specializing in nonprofit organizations in Virginia. Incorporation for a Nonprofit in Virginia Most nonprofits organizations incorporate (file Articles of Incorporation) as non-stock corporations to provide limited liability protection to the organization’s Directors, officers, managers and the... Read More
Filing a Wrongful Death Case in Virginia
The unexpected loss of a loved one is a painful and traumatic experience, especially when the death was due to the gross oversight or negligence of another person or entity. If you have suffered this type of loss, a Virginia wrongful death lawyer may be able to help you. Wrongful Death Cases A wrongful death... Read More
Are Non-Competes or Restrictive Covenants Enforceable in Virginia?
While the Supreme Court of Virginia dislikes non-compete agreements, many state circuit courts and federal district courts have found employment agreements containing non-compete language to be enforceable, while other such agreements have been rejected. Essentially, whether the covenant not-to-compete is enforceable is a question of the law, although disputed facts could trigger a jury dispute.... Read More
Do I Need a Lawyer to Start a Business in Virginia?
It may seem surprisingly easy to start a business in Virginia but it’s important to do so in a way that protects you. So, if you ask, “do I need a lawyer to start a business in Virginia?” Technically, no. But is it a smart move that will save you trouble later? Absolutely. Benefits of... Read More