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Employment Law

Pay Transparency: Key Insights for Employers in the DMV

In today’s evolving workplace landscape, pay transparency has emerged as a critical topic for employers and employees alike. But what exactly is pay transparency, and why does it matter? Pay transparency involves the open sharing of information about compensation within an organization, including salary ranges, pay scales, and criteria for raises and bonuses. This blog…

July 25, 2024

Business and Financial Services

Financial and Tax Implications in a Business Divorce

In the complex landscape of business divorces, understanding the financial and tax implications is crucial. These considerations can significantly impact both the immediate settlement and the long-term financial health of the involved parties. This blog, the fourth in our eight-part series, delves into the essential financial and tax aspects of a business divorce. From accurately…

July 23, 2024

Construction

Data Center Shake-Up: New Rules and Hotspots in Virginia

Data centers have become a significant facet of the technological landscape, particularly in regions like Northern Virginia, which hosts a substantial portion of the world’s data infrastructure. The development of data centers, while economically beneficial, often faces community resistance and regulatory challenges. This article explores recent trends and developments in data center land use, focusing…

July 17, 2024

Employment Law

OSHA Proposes New Heat Injury and Illness Protections for Workers

On July 2, 2024, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) gave notice of proposed rulemaking titled “Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings.” The proposed rules would for the first time set federal heat standards to protect the health and safety of U.S. workers. There are currently no federal OSHA…

July 17, 2024

Business and Financial Services

Some Things a Non-profit Should Never Do

Lawyers are quite good at putting the fear of God into their clients and friends. This tendency has even been reduced to the catchy term of laying out the “Parade of the Horribles.” In reality, for non-profits, there are some things you absolutely, positively should never do … and unfortunately, I know many of these…

July 12, 2024

Business and Financial Services

Raising Money; Paying Finder’s Fees to Unregistered Broker-Dealers Can Be Risky

We’re occasionally asked if it’s a good idea for issuers to pay unregistered “finders” fees in exchange for connecting potential investors in conjunction with private securities offerings. “No,” is the short answer. The majority of finders are hired by issuers under finder’s, advisory, or other agreements that often involve payment of “success fees” when a…

July 11, 2024

Employment Law

New Virginia Higher Ed Laws: A Significant Shift in College Admissions

On July 1, 2024, Virginia ushered in a new era in higher education in the Commonwealth with the implementation of groundbreaking legislation that bans legacy preferences in college admissions. The move positions Virginia as a leader in the quest for a more equitable and inclusive admissions process. Understanding the New Legislation The new law, which…

July 8, 2024

Employment Law

With the Demise of the Chevron Doctrine, Will the FTC’s Ban on Non-Competes Survive Judicial Review?

On May 7, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) published its final Non-Compete Clause Rule (“Final Rule”) making it an “unfair method of competition,” in violation of Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act (“FTC Act”), for employers to “enter into non-compete clauses with ‘workers’” (includes both “employees” and “independent contractors”) after the effective…

July 2, 2024

Business and Financial Services

Negotiating the Exit in a Business Divorce

Negotiating an exit in a business divorce can be one of the most critical phases of the entire process. Somewhat like a conventional divorce, business divorces involve complex financial, operational, and personal considerations that can significantly impact the future of all parties involved. This blog, the third in our eight-part series, focuses on the “Dos”…

July 2, 2024

Business and Financial Services

The FTC’s New Rule on Non-Compete Agreements and Its Potential Impact on M&A Deals

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently issued a groundbreaking rule aimed at banning non-compete agreements and clauses in the United States. The rule is designed to enhance competition and innovation by facilitating greater mobility in the workforce. The new rule may have a substantial impact on employment-related agreements but contains a carve out for…

June 24, 2024