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Christopher Ambrosio

Corporate Transparency Act: What You Need To Know

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect on January 1, 2024, creating a national beneficial owner database to be used in combating money laundering, by requiring companies to report information about their… more

Beneficial Owner, Business Entities, Business Ownership, Corporate Transparency Act, Enforcement

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Patrick Austin

DOD Poised to Finalize CMMC Requirements for Government Contractors

For contractors within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), the time to ensure compliance with the Department of Defense’s (DOD) Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program (CMMC) 2.0 is now. DOD formally sent the final 48… more

Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Compliance, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), Data Security

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Thomas Barrow

President Increases Scrutiny on Non-Commercial Purchases

On April 16, 2025, President Trump issued another in a series of Executive Orders (EO) aimed at improving government procurement, this one entitled “Ensuring Commercial, Cost-Effective Solutions in Federal Contracts.”… more

Compliance, Executive Orders, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Contractors, Government Agencies

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Timothy Bechen

Shaking Up Federal Grants: What to Expect Under the Trump Administration

Partnerships between the government and private companies are key drivers of innovation. A study of U.S. patents from 1982 to 2012 found collaborations with the federal government produce more “disruptive” inventions than when… more

Collaboration, Executive Orders, Federal Funding, Government Agencies, Innovative Technology

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Anne Bibeau

Weed in the Workplace: What’s the Tea in L&E?

In this episode, Anne Bibeau, Co-Chair of the Labor & Employment Practice, joins host Leah Stiegler to discuss marijuana use in the workplace. While marijuana remains illegal under federal law, many states have legalized its use… more

Drug Testing, Employee Rights, Employment Policies, Marijuana, State Labor Laws

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F. Nash Bilisoly

[Webinar] A Right of Appeal: Navigating the Court of Appeals of Virginia After Expansion in Size and Jurisdiction - June 7th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

- Learn about the significant changes that will enable almost all litigants to have a right to appeal to the Court of Appeals of Virginia - Become aware of pitfalls at trial that could hurt your chances on appeal -… more

Appeals, Appellate Courts, Appellate Jurisdiction, Right To Appeal, Virginia

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Neil Birkhoff

ESBA No Longer Discourages Crypto Investments in 401(k) Plans

Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) Rescinds Prior Guidance Limiting 401(k) Plan Investments in Cryptocurrencies Since March of 2022, the Department of Labor (DOL) operated under the guidance of the Compliance… more

401k, Cryptocurrency, Department of Labor (DOL), Digital Assets, Employee Benefits

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R. Patrick Bolling

Supreme Court Reaffirms Equal Access to Title VII Protections

In a unanimous decision issued June 5, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services vacated a Sixth Circuit ruling that imposed a higher evidentiary burden on majority-group plaintiffs in Title VII… more

Appeals, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Discrimination, Employment Litigation, Equal Protection

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Lindsey Brock

Virginia Hospitals Must Comply with New Workplace Violence Reporting Requirements

Effective July 1, hospitals and other healthcare institutions licensed in Virginia are required to establish a workplace violence reporting system to track, analyze and respond to incidents of workplace violence. Under the new… more

Employee Rights, Health Care Providers, Healthcare Facilities, Healthcare Workers, Hospitals

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Ross Broudy

Department of Labor’s AI Best Practices: Key Takeaways for Employers

In October 2024, the Department of Labor released its principles and best practices for developers and employers using AI (pdf), aiming to provide employers with guidelines to promote workplace augmentation through the use of AI… more

Artificial Intelligence, Best Practices, Bias, Compliance, Data Privacy

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Raven Burks

Guidance on “Unlawful DEI” and Federal Funding

Even when well-intentioned, DEI programs are not exempt from federal civil rights laws. That is the core message of Attorney General Pam Bondi’s memo clarifying the Department of Justice’s interpretation of federal… more

Administrative Interpretation, Affirmative Action, Anti-Discrimination Policies, Civil Rights Act, Department of Justice (DOJ)

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John Byrum Jr.

Supreme Court Ends Judicial Deference to Agencies’ Regulatory Interpretation

For the past forty years, governmental agencies enjoyed a strong deference by the courts regarding challenges to their legal authority to develop and implement regulations. This deference made it difficult for the regulated… more

Administrative Agencies, Administrative Procedure Act, Chevron Deference, Chevron v NRDC, Government Agencies

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Megan Caramore

Coronavirus And Virginia Workers' Compensation Part II: Burdens Of Proof And The Stay-At-Home Order

This article is a follow up to the Coronavirus and Virginia Workers’ Compensation article and deals with how social distancing precautions and the Governor’s stay-at-home order may impact the Virginia workers’ compensation… more

Burden of Proof, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Executive Orders, Governor Northam, Shelter-In-Place

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Victor Cardwell

Pay Equity Audits: It’s Time to Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is

Despite a growing patchwork of pay transparency laws, the gender pay gap in the United States remains mostly stagnant. The Equal Pay Act of 1963 (EPA), enacted as an amendment to the Fair Labor Standards Act, prohibits employers… more

Compensation & Benefits, Employee Rights, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Discrimination, Equal Pay Act

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Deborah Casey

Regulations for Required Association Complaint Procedure Changed and Simplified

Amendments to the Common Interest Community Ombudsman Regulations went into effect August 1, 2025. These amendments change the required association complaint procedure. The changes may appear minor but add clarity and are… more

Appeals, Common-Interest Communities, Community Associations, Condominium Associations, Homeowners Association (HOA)

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Agnis Chakravorty

[Event] Back on Track: 42nd Annual Labor & Employment Seminars - October 27th, Roanoke, VA

Building a better workplace requires endurance and determination. But when you manage people, it’s easy to get off track. Everyone needs a trainer who can help them keep their eyes on the prize: a workplace that is good for… more

Affirmative Action, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Artificial Intelligence, Continuing Legal Education, Diversity

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W. Thomas Chappell

New Requirements for Briefs Amicus Curiae in the Court of Appeals of Virginia and Supreme Court of Virginia

The Supreme Court of Virginia adopted amendments to the Rules concerning non-parties filing an amicus curiae brief in the Court of Appeals of Virginia or the Supreme Court of Virginia. (Rules 5:30, 5A:23) These amendments go… more

Amicus Briefs, Appellate Courts, Disclosure Requirements, Filing Requirements, Regulatory Requirements

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Monica Cliatt

Declaring a National Emergency Unlocks the President’s Emergency Powers

President Trump’s Executive Order declaring a crime emergency in the District of Columbia triggers a complex legal and constitutional framework that could impact businesses nationwide… more

Civil Liberties, Communications Act of 1934, Constitutional Challenges, Emergency Response, Executive Orders

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Richard Crouch

Corporate Transparency Act: What You Need To Know

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect on January 1, 2024, creating a national beneficial owner database to be used in combating money laundering, by requiring companies to report information about their… more

Beneficial Owner, Business Entities, Business Ownership, Corporate Transparency Act, Enforcement

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Robert DeRise

Federal Funding Freeze: Should Institutions and Government Contractors Prepare for the Worst?

On January 28, 2025, reporters uncovered that President Trump’s pick to head the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued a government-wide directive to the heads of every federal agency titled “Temporary Pause of Agency… more

Executive Orders, Federal Contractors, Federal Funding, Government Agencies, Litigation Strategies

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Jed Donaldson

Bankruptcy Considerations And Relief For Distressed Businesses Amidst COVID-19

In addition to recent programs from the U.S. Small Business Administration (“SBA”), such as low interest disaster loans, small businesses may benefit from amendments to the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, which became effective on… more

Business Closures, Business Interruption, Commercial Bankruptcy, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Distressed Debt

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Jennifer Eaton

I’m So Lost: Navigating the Labyrinth of Legal Ethics, Professionalism, and Civility to Improve Understanding, Avoid Discipline, and Enhance the Legal Profession

Lawyers are members of a learned and honorable profession, subject to legal ethics rules, and encouraged to be civil as they practice their craft. These fundamental concepts—legal ethics, professionalism, and civility—were… more

American Bar Association (ABA), Ethical Duties, Law Firm Associates, Law Firm Partners, Law Practice Management

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Nathan Evans

Shaking Up Federal Grants: What to Expect Under the Trump Administration

Partnerships between the government and private companies are key drivers of innovation. A study of U.S. patents from 1982 to 2012 found collaborations with the federal government produce more “disruptive” inventions than when… more

Collaboration, Executive Orders, Federal Funding, Government Agencies, Innovative Technology

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John Francisco

Federal Court Blocks Implementation of Birthright Citizenship Executive Order—For Now

Enforcement of the Executive Order (EO) 14160 on birthright citizenship has been blocked temporarily. However, employers should keep a close eye on legal developments. While this EO does not directly impact employers, businesses… more

Citizenship, Constitutional Challenges, Employer Liability Issues, Executive Orders, Human Resources Professionals

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Michael Gardner

Guidance on “Unlawful DEI” and Federal Funding

Even when well-intentioned, DEI programs are not exempt from federal civil rights laws. That is the core message of Attorney General Pam Bondi’s memo clarifying the Department of Justice’s interpretation of federal… more

Administrative Interpretation, Affirmative Action, Anti-Discrimination Policies, Civil Rights Act, Department of Justice (DOJ)

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Patrick Genzler

Virginia DEQ Amends Construction General Permit to Include Disposal Disclosure Requirements

Contractors that obtain coverage under the Virginia General Permit for Discharges of Stormwater from Construction Activities (“Construction General Permit” or “Permit”) will soon need to disclose information regarding the… more

Construction Industry, Construction Permits, Construction Project, Department of Environmental Quality, Disclosure Requirements

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Phillip Harmon

Virginia Amends Data Privacy Law To Impose New Restrictions on Social Media Platforms

On May 2, 2025, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin signed Senate Bill 854 (SB854) into law, which imposes new restrictions and compliance obligations on social media platforms. Specifically, SB854 amends the Virginia Consumer Data… more

Constitutional Challenges, COPPA, Data Privacy, Data Protection, Legislative Agendas

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James Harvey

2023 Changes to Virginia’s Construction Payment Terms

In April 2022, we discussed new amendments to Virginia’s Prompt Payment Act and Wage Theft statute. Although the 2022 amendments changed payment terms for all construction contracts in Virginia, the amended statutes established… more

Construction Industry, Payment Systems, Prompt Payment, Virginia, Wage Theft

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Elizabeth Barry Heddleston

Virginia Hospitals Must Comply with New Workplace Violence Reporting Requirements

Effective July 1, hospitals and other healthcare institutions licensed in Virginia are required to establish a workplace violence reporting system to track, analyze and respond to incidents of workplace violence. Under the new… more

Employee Rights, Health Care Providers, Healthcare Facilities, Healthcare Workers, Hospitals

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Geoffrey Hemphill

Payroll Tax Credit for Qualified Emergency Paid Sick Leave and Emergency FMLA

The Department of Labor issued a release giving details on the payroll tax credits for qualified emergency paid sick leave (EPSL) and emergency (Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave under the Families First Coronavirus… more

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Payroll Taxes, Relief Measures

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Patrick Herman

Estate Planning for Young Adults

Estate planning is the tool that allows individuals to control how their assets and lives will be managed in case of their incapacitation or death. One common misconception is that estate planning is solely for the wealthy. On… more

Advance Directives, Estate Planning, Living Will, Wills

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Patice Holland

[Event] Back on Track: 42nd Annual Labor & Employment Seminars - October 27th, Roanoke, VA

Building a better workplace requires endurance and determination. But when you manage people, it’s easy to get off track. Everyone needs a trainer who can help them keep their eyes on the prize: a workplace that is good for… more

Affirmative Action, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Artificial Intelligence, Continuing Legal Education, Diversity

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Henry Huff

Navigating the New Normal: Revisiting Your Workplace Dress Code

The workplace landscape has shifted, and with it, employee attire. As employees return to the office, many opt for more casual wear, such as jeans and polo shirts, or even summer-appropriate clothing like tank tops and shorts… more

Anti-Discrimination Policies, Dress Codes, Employee Rights, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Discrimination

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Brian Johnson

DOJ Narrows Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Enforcement Focus

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is narrowing its focus on Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) enforcement, prioritizing national security, U.S. competitiveness, and a crackdown on cartels. This is a critical development for… more

Anti-Corruption, Bribery, Department of Justice (DOJ), Enforcement Actions, Enforcement Priorities

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Kristin Johnson

Supreme Court’s Skrmetti Decision Redefines Legal Landscape for Gender-Affirming Care for Youth

On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a landmark 6-3 decision in United States v. Skrmetti, directly addressing the constitutionality of state laws banning gender-affirming care for minors… more

Attorney General, Bostock v Clayton County Georgia, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Justice (DOJ), Equal Protection

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Barbara Kahn

Treasury Department Suspends Enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act Against U.S. Citizens and Domestic Reporting Companies

Consistent with the Treasury Department’s March 2, 2025 announcement, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued an interim final rule on March 21, 2025 that removes the requirement for U.S. companies and U.S… more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, Disclosure Requirements, Final Rules, Financial Regulatory Reform

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Fourd Kemper

Importance of Jack Daniel’s When Picking a Trademark

Branding, including acquiring and protecting your trademarks, is essential to growing your business and protecting against other companies getting a free-ride on your reputation and goodwill. In 2007, Louis Vuitton sought to… more

Brand, Business Development, Business Strategies, First Amendment, Intellectual Property Litigation

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Ray King

Treasury Department Suspends Enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act Against U.S. Citizens and Domestic Reporting Companies

Consistent with the Treasury Department’s March 2, 2025 announcement, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued an interim final rule on March 21, 2025 that removes the requirement for U.S. companies and U.S… more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, Disclosure Requirements, Final Rules, Financial Regulatory Reform

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Joshua Long

Virginia’s New Minimum Salary Level for Non-Compete Agreements

We’re here to bring you the latest news that directly impacts your business operations in the great Commonwealth of Virginia. It’s time to take note: Virginia has a new minimum salary level for non-compete agreements. This… more

Attorney's Fees, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Compliance, Damages, Enforcement Actions

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Neil Lowenstein

‘Eliminating Waste and Saving Taxpayer Dollars’ Cited as Goals for Procurement Changes at the General Services Administration and Department of Defense

On March 20, 2025, President Trump issued an Executive Order intended to eliminate waste and save taxpayer dollars by consolidating the domestic federal procurement processes within the General Services Administration (GSA). In… more

Department of Defense (DOD), Executive Orders, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Funding, Fraud

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Justin Lugar

Repeal, Not Replace: President Trump’s Directive To Deregulate

On April 9, 2025, President Trump issued a Presidential Memorandum titled “Directing the Repeal of Unlawful Regulations,” marking a significant step in the Administration’s push to deregulate under the broader DOGE initiative… more

Administrative Procedure Act, Chevron Deference, Clean Air Act, Constitutional Challenges, Corporate Counsel

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Richard Maxwell

Important Changes to Virginia Foreclosure Law

Virginia House Bill 2175, which goes into effect on July 1, 2021, makes dramatic changes to the procedure for conducting foreclosure sales in Virginia. Under the new law, the notice of the foreclosure sale for owner-occupied… more

Affidavits, Foreclosure, HUD, Legal Aid, Lenders

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Anthony Mazzeo

DOD Poised to Finalize CMMC Requirements for Government Contractors

For contractors within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), the time to ensure compliance with the Department of Defense’s (DOD) Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program (CMMC) 2.0 is now. DOD formally sent the final 48… more

Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Compliance, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), Data Security

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Elaine McCafferty

A New Day for Data Privacy: California Privacy Act Exemptions Will Expire

January 1, 2023, is now a more ominous deadline in the data privacy compliance world. Privacy professionals have been watching California’s 2022 legislative session to see whether California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)… more

B2B Organizations, California, California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), Cybersecurity, Data Privacy

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Bryant McGann

Bankruptcy Considerations And Relief For Distressed Businesses Amidst COVID-19

In addition to recent programs from the U.S. Small Business Administration (“SBA”), such as low interest disaster loans, small businesses may benefit from amendments to the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, which became effective on… more

Business Closures, Business Interruption, Commercial Bankruptcy, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Distressed Debt

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Olivia Moulds

Guidance on “Unlawful DEI” and Federal Funding

Even when well-intentioned, DEI programs are not exempt from federal civil rights laws. That is the core message of Attorney General Pam Bondi’s memo clarifying the Department of Justice’s interpretation of federal… more

Administrative Interpretation, Affirmative Action, Anti-Discrimination Policies, Civil Rights Act, Department of Justice (DOJ)

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George Nicholos

New Statutory Requirements for Condominium Inspections Following the Collapse of Champlain Towers South in Florida

Heightened statutory inspection and maintenance requirements in high-rise condominium buildings emphasize the critical importance of similar inspection and maintenance regimens for similarly situated properties… more

Building Codes, Building Inspectors, Building Standards, Condominiums, Construction Industry

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Gaela Normile

Virginia Community Associations and the Corporate Transparency Act: New Federal Reporting Requirements Effective January 1, 2024 - Update

Updated 4.9.24 - We will continue to monitor developments. Stay tuned for updates. Original Article: Effective January 1, 2024, most Virginia community associations will be required to comply with the federal Corporate… more

Beneficial Owner, Community Associations, Corporate Transparency Act, Deadlines, FinCEN

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Kathleen Panagis

Regulations for Required Association Complaint Procedure Changed and Simplified

Amendments to the Common Interest Community Ombudsman Regulations went into effect August 1, 2025. These amendments change the required association complaint procedure. The changes may appear minor but add clarity and are… more

Appeals, Common-Interest Communities, Community Associations, Condominium Associations, Homeowners Association (HOA)

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John Pilch

HHS Updates Its Guidance on Online Tracking Technologies – Controversy Remains

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Civil Rights (OCR) recently updated its controversial, year-old guidance document on the use of online tracking technologies by healthcare providers and other… more

American Hospital Association, Business Associates, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Health Care Providers, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

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James Rixey

Electronic Notarization And Remote Notarization: What Is It, And Is It Available In Virginia?

In light of the recent social distancing guidelines, parties are searching for alternative methods of doing business and closing transactions while avoiding face-to-face interaction. As a result, the issue of electronic… more

Coronavirus/COVID-19, E-Signatures, Electronic Notarization Standard, Notarization, Videoconference

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Jeyleani Sanchez

Treasury Department Suspends Enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act Against U.S. Citizens and Domestic Reporting Companies

Consistent with the Treasury Department’s March 2, 2025 announcement, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued an interim final rule on March 21, 2025 that removes the requirement for U.S. companies and U.S… more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, Disclosure Requirements, Final Rules, Financial Regulatory Reform

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Frederick Schutt

Disparate Impact & Enforcement Rollbacks: What’s the Tea in L&E?

In this episode of What’s the Tea in L&E, Labor & Employment attorney Fred Schutt joins host Leah Stiegler for an insightful discussion on disparate impact and the recent rollback of government enforcement in these types of… more

Civil Rights Act, Criminal Background Checks, Disparate Impact, Employment Discrimination, Employment Policies

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William Shewmake

Virginia’s Solar Facilities are Growing: General Assembly Sets Carbon Neutral Goal

The future of utility-scale solar facilities in Virginia is bright, and has brightened even more lately. The General Assembly recently adopted an ambitious goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2045. As a result, Virginia’s… more

Carbon Emissions, Energy Tax Incentives, General Assembly, Income Taxes, IRS

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Joseph Spruill III

Legislation Impacting Financial Services Industry Going Into Effect July 1, 2025

The 2025 Virginia General Assembly session concluded in May. During this term, legislators passed a variety of bills that will impact financial services. The more significant legislation is summarized below… more

Banking Sector, Consumer Protection Laws, Disclosure Requirements, Fees, Financial Institutions

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Daniel Stephens

Lis Pendens and Arbitration – Avoiding an Either-Or Dilemma

The filing of a Lis pendens is a vital tool for protecting a party’s rights in enforcing a purchase and sale agreement for real estate, but if the claim at issue falls within a mandatory arbitration clause, the party may not… more

Commercial Real Estate Contracts, Lis Pendens, Mandatory Arbitration Clauses, Purchase Agreement, Real Estate Market

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Michael Sterling

New Emergency Temporary Standard Will Apply to Employers in Virginia

Governor Northam’s executive order (EO 63), tasked the Virginia Safety and Health Codes Board (the Board) – which “promulgates and adopts job safety and health standards, [that] employers and employees are required to comply…… more

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Employer Responsibilities, Governor Northam, Health and Safety, Workplace Safety

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Leah Stiegler

Workplace Sexual Assault and Third-Party Risk: What’s the Tea in L&E?

In this episode of What’s the Tea in L&E, Labor & Employment attorney Raven Burks joins host Leah Stiegler to unpack risks that all employers have when dealing with a sexual assault in the workplace to another employee or third… more

Employee Training, Employer Liability Issues, Employer Responsibilities, New Legislation, Risk Management

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Daniel Summerlin III

Supreme Court Ends Judicial Deference to Agencies’ Regulatory Interpretation

For the past forty years, governmental agencies enjoyed a strong deference by the courts regarding challenges to their legal authority to develop and implement regulations. This deference made it difficult for the regulated… more

Administrative Agencies, Administrative Procedure Act, Chevron Deference, Chevron v NRDC, Government Agencies

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Tracy Taylor Hague

Dear Colleague: Watch Out

In a tersely worded “Dear Colleague” letter dated February 14, 2025 (pdf), the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights (OCR) signaled its intent to combat “pervasive and repugnant race-based preferences and other… more

Affirmative Action, Civil Rights Act, Colleges, Department of Education, Diversity and Inclusion Standards (D&I)

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King Tower

Employees Who Contradict The Company's Mission: What's the Tea in L&E?

In this episode of What’s the Tea in L&E, Labor & Employment attorney King Tower joins host Leah Stiegler to explore what happens when an employee’s personal beliefs clash with a company’s mission. Leah and King walk through… more

Employee Rights, Employer Responsibilities, Employment Discrimination, Employment Policies, Hiring & Firing

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Joshua Treece

[Event] Stronger Together: 2022 Labor & Employment Law Seminar - October 24th, Roanoke, VA

Strong collaboration between HR and legal is crucial in the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment laws. Working together can help you avoid potential legal risks and find quick resolutions to employee-related matters… more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Anti-Harassment Policies, Continuing Legal Education, Corporate Counsel, Department of Labor (DOL)

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Elizabeth Burgin Waller

Department of Labor’s AI Best Practices: Key Takeaways for Employers

In October 2024, the Department of Labor released its principles and best practices for developers and employers using AI (pdf), aiming to provide employers with guidelines to promote workplace augmentation through the use of AI… more

Artificial Intelligence, Best Practices, Bias, Compliance, Data Privacy

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Christine Ward

[Event] Back on Track: 42nd Annual Labor & Employment Seminars - October 27th, Roanoke, VA

Building a better workplace requires endurance and determination. But when you manage people, it’s easy to get off track. Everyone needs a trainer who can help them keep their eyes on the prize: a workplace that is good for… more

Affirmative Action, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Artificial Intelligence, Continuing Legal Education, Diversity

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Thomas Winn III

EEOC Publishes Updated Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace

On April 29, 2024, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published its updated guidance on harassment in the workplace, “Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace.” The new guidance updates and… more

Amended Regulation, EEO, Employer Liability Issues, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Harassment

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Jamie Wood

Tips for Healthcare Organizations Handling Negative Online Reviews

A healthcare organization’s online presence is an important component of its reputation. Occasionally, dissatisfied patients will post negative reviews about healthcare services on social media and customer review platforms such… more

Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Data Protection, Electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI), Health Care Providers

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Robert Wood III

[Event] Stronger Together: 2022 Labor & Employment Law Seminar - October 24th, Roanoke, VA

Strong collaboration between HR and legal is crucial in the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment laws. Working together can help you avoid potential legal risks and find quick resolutions to employee-related matters… more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Anti-Harassment Policies, Continuing Legal Education, Corporate Counsel, Department of Labor (DOL)

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Joshua Wykle

IRS Imposes Moratorium on Employee Retention Credit

Just a month after the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released guidance on how federal credit unions may claim the employee retention credit (ERC), the agency issued a moratorium on processing new claims for the credit. The… more

Employee Retention, IRS, Moratorium, Tax Credits, Tax Relief

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