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Michelle A. Bieber

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Michelle Bieber is a shareholder with Bean, Kinney & Korman, practicing family law and domestic relations. As a family law attorney and divorce lawyer, she helps individuals navigate the...


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LATEST NEWS / November 19, 2024

Mechanic’s Liens in the DMV: Comparing D.C., Maryland, and Virginia

As construction projects often span multiple jurisdictions throughout the metropolitan Washington area, commonly known as the DMV, understanding the differences in mechanic’s lien laws in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia is essential for contractors, subcontractors and suppliers seeking to protect their payment rights. Each jurisdiction has unique requirements and timelines that can significantly impact the enforceability of a lien. This… Read more
LATEST NEWS / November 19, 2024

Mental Health Crisis Management for Employers

Employee mental health support is no longer just an option—it’s a necessity. With mental health challenges on the rise, employers must be prepared to handle crises effectively and compassionately. Managing mental health crises with sensitivity and compliance is a win-win not only benefiting affected employees and also safeguarding the employer from potential legal risks. This blog provides an overview of… Read more
LATEST NEWS / November 11, 2024

The Corporate Transparency Act is Still Alive and Community Associations May Need to File

As we have previously discussed, despite some pieces of litigation challenging the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), the CTA is still in place for now and companies and organizations need to grapple with compliance. The CTA reporting requirements may be on the chopping block for the incoming Trump administration, but for now they are still in place and must be followed.… Read more
LATEST NEWS / November 11, 2024

Courts Issue Mixed Rulings in Legal Challenges to FTC’s Ban on Non-Competes. What Should Employers Do Now?

Important updates on the status of the FTC’s Rule banning non-competes: In a further update to the litigation status of the FTC’s final rule banning employee non-competes, on October 18, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission filed a petition of appeal with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit of the decision of the United States District Court for… Read more
LATEST NEWS / November 7, 2024

How Zoning Policies Shape Data Center Development in Northern Virginia

Northern Virginia is a major hub for data centers, housing one of the world’s densest concentrations of data facilities. This rapid expansion has fueled economic growth but also raised significant zoning and land use challenges as communities balance environmental impacts with economic incentives. Recently, counties like Fairfax and Loudoun have enacted new zoning regulations to control data center growth, seeking… Read more
LATEST NEWS / November 7, 2024

EEOC’s 2024 Litigation Has Focused on the ADA and PWFA

Recently, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that the agency had filed 110 lawsuits challenging unlawful employment discrimination practices in fiscal year 2024. The EEOC is responsible for oversight and enforcement of federal employment discrimination laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act… Read more
LATEST NEWS / October 25, 2024

Do Employees Have the Right to Federal Holidays Off?

Federal holidays are recognized national observances that, for many, play a significant role in American culture. They offer employees an opportunity to take a break from work, celebrate important moments, and spend time with family and friends. However, when it comes to employee rights and employer obligations surrounding time off on federal holidays, many misconceptions exist. In this blog, we… Read more
LATEST NEWS / October 18, 2024

Amazon’s Return-to-Office Mandate: What It Means for Northern Virginia’s Real Estate Market

Amazon’s recent announcement that employees will be required to return to the office five days a week has sparked significant interest in the real estate and business communities. This policy shift is part of a larger trend where tech giants and other major corporations are encouraging—or mandating—employees to return to in-office work after several years of remote and hybrid arrangements.… Read more
LATEST NEWS / October 16, 2024

NLRB Adds “Stay-or-Pay” Provisions to the List of Employee Restrictions that Violate Federal Law

On October 7, 2024, National Labor Relation Board (NLRB) General Counsel (GC), Jennifer Abruzzo, issued a memorandum to NLRB field offices adding additional substance to the position on non-competes she outlined in her May 30, 2024, Memo, chiefly that “overbroad non-compete agreements are unlawful because they chill employees from exercising their rights under Section 7 of the National Labor Relations… Read more
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