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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

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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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

Employee Rights in Non-Unionized Workplaces: What's the Tea in L&E?

In this episode of What’s the Tea in L&E, Labor & Employment attorney Patrick Bolling joins host Leah Stiegler for a deep dive into the role of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). The NLRB is a federal agency that…more

Employee Rights, Employment Policies, Federal Labor Laws, NLRA, NLRB

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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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Dean Buckius

Conducting Effective Workplace Investigations

Nothing catches people’s attention like a high-profile, drama-filled lawsuit. Not every employer will deal with a Blake Lively/Justin Baldoni-level feud, but discrimination and harassment lawsuits arise in all types of work…more

Anti-Discrimination Policies, Anti-Harassment Policies, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Discrimination, Employment Litigation

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Raven Burks

Unpaid Internships: The Line Between Learning and Labor

With warmer days ahead, many individuals are eager to grow their skills and build their resumes. If you’re planning to bring on summer interns, it’s the perfect time for a quick reality check: are your interns a benefit or…more

Department of Labor (DOL), Employee Rights, Employee Training, Employer Responsibilities, Employment Policies

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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

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

The U.S. Treasury Department has suspended enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act for all U.S. citizens and domestic reporting companies. In a statement on March 2, 2025, the Treasury Department announced that it will…more

Business Entities, Corporate Transparency Act, Disclosure Requirements, Enforcement Actions, FinCEN

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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

A Legislative Fix for Virginia Community Associations After Palisades Park

The Virginia General Assembly recently passed legislation that addresses concerns for the community association industry from the ruling in a recent Court of Appeals decision in Burkholder v. Palisades Park Owners Ass’n, 76 Va…more

Appeals, Condominium Associations, General Assembly, Homeowners Association (HOA), Virginia

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Monica Cliatt

DEI is D.O.A.: What President Trump’s Executive Order Means for All Employers

Still grappling with the fallout from the Supreme Court’s decision in Students for Fair Admissions, which ended affirmative action in higher education, employers now face liability for their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI)…more

Diversity and Inclusion Standards (D&I), Employer Liability Issues, Employment Discrimination, Enforcement Actions, 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

Heightened U.S. Border Scrutiny Poses Increased Digital Privacy Risk for Entrants to U.S.

Foreign nationals visiting the United States, and even returning U.S. citizens and other legal residents (with valid visas), face increasing digital privacy risks and potential entry challenges when arriving at U.S. ports of…more

Constitutional Challenges, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Disclosure Requirements, Enforcement Actions

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Michael Gardner

A Retaliation Refresher: What's the Tea in L&E?

In this episode of What’s the Tea in L&E, Labor & Employment attorney Mike Gardner joins host Leah Stiegler to unpack the topic of workplace retaliation. Retaliation occurs when an employee faces negative consequences because…more

Adverse Employment Action, Anti-Retaliation Provisions, Employee Rights, Employee Training, Employment Discrimination

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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

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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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

Virginia Extends Ban on Non-Competes

Virginia lawmakers extended the state’s ban on non-compete agreements to cover all non-exempt employees. This new law affects how employers can enter non-compete agreements with even more of their employees and goes into effect…more

Employee Rights, Employer Liability Issues, Employer Responsibilities, Employment Policies, Exempt-Employees

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Kristin Johnson

DOJ's Updated Playbook: New Rules for White-Collar Enforcement

On May 12, 2025, the Criminal Division of the Department of Justice (DOJ) issued a memorandum outlining a recalibrated approach to white-collar criminal enforcement. The memorandum, titled “Focus, Fairness, and Efficiency in the…more

Corporate Governance, Corporate Misconduct, Department of Justice (DOJ), Enforcement Priorities, Financial Crimes

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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

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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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

Conducting Effective Workplace Investigations

Nothing catches people’s attention like a high-profile, drama-filled lawsuit. Not every employer will deal with a Blake Lively/Justin Baldoni-level feud, but discrimination and harassment lawsuits arise in all types of work…more

Anti-Discrimination Policies, Anti-Harassment Policies, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Discrimination, Employment Litigation

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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

Virginia Community Associations and the Corporate Transparency Act

On December 3, 2024, a United States District Court in the Eastern District of Texas issued a nationwide preliminary injunction against the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its reporting requirements…more

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

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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

STOP THE PRESSES: DOL’s Overtime Expansion Faces Judicial Freeze

A federal judge in Texas has hit pause on the hotly contested salary increase for the executive, administrative, and professional (EAP) overtime exemption under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Earlier this year, the…more

Department of Labor (DOL), EAP, Employer Liability Issues, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Highly Compensated Employees

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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

Fourth Circuit Rules on Furnisher’s Duty To Investigate Disputed Debt under the Fair Credit Reporting Act

On March 14, 2025, in a case of first impression, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit addressed the nature of a furnisher’s duty to investigate disputed information appearing in a consumer’s credit report under the…more

Appeals, Collection Agencies, Consumer Protection Laws, Credit Reports, Debt Collection

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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

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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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

Executive Order Targets Disparate-Impact Liability

On April 23, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order (EO) 14281 titled “Restoring Equality of Opportunity and Meritocracy.” The EO establishes the current administration’s policy broadly opposing the use of disparate-impact…more

Civil Rights Act, Constitutional Challenges, Department of Justice (DOJ), Disparate Impact, Employment Discrimination

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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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