Commercial Litigation
“de facto” Wills and the Harmless Error Rule – Part 2
Virginia maintains a signature requirement even for “de facto” wills With its added signature requirement, Virginia’s version of the Harmless…
Read More“de facto” Wills and the Harmless Error Rule – Part One
This is the first of a two-part article on “de facto” wills based in substantial part on a piece I…
Read MoreVirginia Civil Lawsuit Filings Increase in 2022
Civil lawsuit filings in Virginia’s General District Courts increased 9% during 2022. The biggest increase? Unlawful detainer (eviction) filings.…
Read MoreBeware Sellers . . . Caveat Emptor May Not Be All You Believe it to Be!
When it comes to buying residential real estate in Virginia, the doctrine of caveat emptor, or “buyer beware,” may not…
Read MoreVirginia’s 2023 Wage Hike – New Year, New Minimum!
Virginia is one of nine jurisdictions en route to a $15 minimum wage (or higher) by 2026. As it is,…
Read MoreThe Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act: Is your Business Ready?
Following California’s lead, Virginia became the second state to enact a data privacy statute. VA Senate Bill 1392. The Virginia…
Read MoreU.S. Assistance to Litigants Outside the U.S. – 28 USC § 1782
The Business Strategist – Disputes Edition: U.S. Assistance to Litigants Outside the U.S. – 28 USC § 1782 If you…
Read MoreTrial Lawyers Beware: Federal Discovery Deadlines are Actually 30 to 40 Days Earlier
In federal court we know the courts tend to limit discovery periods to shorter times than state courts, usually 90…
Read MoreThe “Omnibus Order” – “Mutually Beneficial ‘Kitchen-sinking’” | Part One
“MBKS” or Mutually beneficial “kitchen-sinking.” It’s a thing. . . . No, seriously, it is totally a thing! Well, it…
Read MoreTrade Secret Protection Under Federal Law – The Basics
It is a general practice of many employers to utilize non-competition and confidentiality agreements to protect information that is vital…
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