Whether you have been presented with a non-disclosure agreement or are considering leaving your current position for a new employer, there are several reasons why you might need a lawyer. Understanding the non-disclosure agreement (NDA) before you sign it is crucial, so we highly recommend having it reviewed by an NDA lawyer prior to signing.… Continue reading Virginia Lawyer for Non-Disclosure Agreements: Reviews, Counseling & Litigation
Whether you are an employee or employer, negotiating and accepting severance agreements in Virginia can be a complex matter. This is not a gift or a simple payout. A severance package is a deal, and it needs to be treated as one. We highly recommend having an attorney help you draft and review any severance… Continue reading Negotiating and Accepting Severance Agreements in Virginia
Beginning January 1, 2024, a new law went into effect that will impact over 30 million entities in 2024. The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) created a new reporting requirement. Most entities, including single member LLCs, must file online reports with the federal government and disclose information about the “beneficial owners” of the entities. Existing entities… Continue reading Small Entities Must File New Beneficial Ownership Information Reports in 2024
This week the Federal Trade Commission upended the world of employment law by passing a final rule banning almost all non-compete agreements for employees and independent contractors. Employees must be informed that their existing non-compete agreements are no longer valid. Existing non-competes for senior executives remain in effect. Non-competes remain legal as part of a… Continue reading FTC’s Ban on Non-Competes is the Big News in Employment This Year …. Or is it?
In 2021, Congress passed a law to increase transparency concerning individuals that control organizations and corporate entities (the Corporate Transparency Act or “CTA”). Beginning January 1st, 2024, under a new Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) rule, entities – including tax exempt entities – must disclose information related to the entity itself AND directors and officers. … Continue reading Corporate Transparency Act Beneficial Ownership Requirements
Whether you are a seasoned business owner or just toying with the idea of starting a new venture, a business lawyer can help you understand the legalities involved and protect your assets. Here are some of the most FAQ about small business law. Do I need a lawyer to start an LLC in Virginia? … Continue reading FAQ Small Business Law Fairfax Virginia
Whether you are a seasoned business owner or just toying with the idea of starting a new venture, a business lawyer can help you understand the legalities involved and protect your assets. Here are some of the most FAQ about business law. What’s the difference between a merger and an acquisition? They are similar in… Continue reading Business Law FAQ Part 2
Trademarks Filing for a trademark registration protects your business brand, but the process can be involved, intimidating, and overwhelming. A lawyer experienced with trademark applications can help you ensure that your filing is correct and accurate. Here’s what you should know. Trademark Protection The purpose of securing a trademarking registration is to establish the source… Continue reading Filing Trademark Registration in Fairfax VA
On January 1, 2024, corporations, limited liability companies and other entities will be required to begin report information about their “beneficial owners;” people who either exercise significant control over the entity or who own 25% or more of the entity. This mandate comes down from the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network… Continue reading Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting
Can you be fired for hate speech? Or does the first amendment protect you? If speech is protected under the First Amendment, then how can people be fired from work for exercising their constitutional rights? Let’s take a look at firing in Virginia, and how Freedom of Speech vs. a hostile work environment impacts that.… Continue reading Firing in Virginia: Freedom of Speech vs. Hostile Work Environment
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