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Most people do not think twice about the quiet, unused, streets that hide within our neighborhoods, cities, and towns. These streets are easy to overlook, until a disrupting event—such as new property development.

In Virginia custody disputes, written communications between parents often become critical evidence that judges review when determining the best interests of the child. Understanding how text messages, emails, and parenting app exchanges can impact your case is essential for parents navigating custody arrangements. This analysis explores practical strategies for maintaining constructive communication that demonstrates cooperation and prioritizes your child's wellbeing throughout the legal process.

On March 23, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a per curiam decision in Zorn v. Linton, 607 U.S. __ (2026), reversing the Second Circuit and reaffirming a foundational principle of qualified immunity jurisprudence...

As you may recall, roughly two years ago we witnessed an increase in the discussion surrounding "Name, Image, and Likeness" ("NIL") in collegiate athletics.

Under SB 170, signed by Governor Abigail Spanberger on April 13, 2026, a noncompete agreement entered into, amended, or renewed on or after July 1, 2026, may be unenforceable against an employee discharged...

You need to know! These are some of the laws that go into effect on July 1, 2026. On rare occasions, a law goes into effect immediately upon being enacted (as is the case with some of the new gun safety laws)...

Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) are showing up more often in public construction procurement across the country — and increasingly here in Virginia. Many contractors, especially those not steeped in union labor relations...

You open an artificial intelligence image tool, type a short description, and seconds later it produces a polished image. It might look like a magazine cover or a marketing graphic.

As the weather warms up, employers face unique legal challenges tied to the summer season.

Let's face it—receiving a notice from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) about a discrimination charge can feel like opening Pandora's box.

In 2025, many couples have some form of student debt. Student debt can include debt strictly acquired to pay tuition costs and can also cover debt acquired during the pendency of the educational period to assist...

In the years following the General Assembly's expansion of the Court of Appeals of Virginia's jurisdiction to cover all civil matters and the notable expansion of a right of appeal in all cases, many litigants face the daunting prospect of having their case heard before an appellate court

On April 9, 2026, the Supreme Court of Virginia decided Thibault Enterprises, LLC v. Yost[1], a dispute involving a 50-foot easement, a gravel road, grapevines...

On May 11, 2026, Governor Abigail Spanberger signed Virginia’s new Paid Family and Medical Leave Law that will affect employers across the Commonwealth. The law creates a state-administered insurance program...

Let's be honest: modern litigation is not for the faint of heart. Between ESI productions that rival small libraries...

Wetlands are highly protected under both federal and state law. This is because wetlands provide many critical benefits. For example, wetlands act as giant sponges...

In Virginia, child support orders cannot change without a new court order, even if both parents agree. This article explains what child support orders are, why informal agreements don't hold up...