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Employment Law

When One Employment Agreement No Longer Works: Navigating Non-Compete Risk in the DMV’s Multi-Jurisdiction Workforce

Many employers have historically treated restrictive covenant agreements as standardized documents, developed once, applied to employees nationwide, and updated only periodically. That approach is becoming increasingly obsolete, particularly in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region. Recent legislative changes across these neighboring jurisdictions have reshaped how non-compete agreements operate and, in many cases, whether…

February 19, 2026

Business and Financial Services

Why Board Members Must Review and Understand Form 990

For many nonprofit organizations, the annual Form 990 is treated as a routine accounting exercise. It is prepared by staff or outside advisors, perhaps reviewed briefly (if at all), and hopefully filed to satisfy minimum IRS requirements. In practice, however, Form 990 functions as something far more consequential for nonprofits. It is a public-facing document…

February 2, 2026

Employment Law

Paid Sick Leave Is Back on the Table: What Virginia’s New Proposal Would Change and Why It Matters

Paid sick leave legislation has reemerged in Richmond as a focal point of employment law reforms in Virginia that have been going on since 2020. Current proposed legislation would create paid sick leave obligations for employers that extend well beyond the narrow sector-specific mandate now in place, bringing Virginia closer to the employee paid sick…

January 23, 2026

Business and Financial Services

What is Worrying Our Nonprofit Clients – Part 1: Repetitive Risk Issues

We have spent an intense year helping our nonprofit clients through a wide variety of threats and risks. During that time, we have seen and heard many repetitive concerns and worries expressed across a wide variety of organizations. Rather than siloing this information, we wanted to start a conversation around sharing best practices and approaches…

January 23, 2026

Employment Law

FLSA Misclassification is a High‑Stakes Compliance Risk for Employers

For many businesses, classifying employees as “exempt” under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) can feel routine—almost administrative. Yet this single decision often carries with it significant legal and financial consequences. When an employee is treated as exempt from overtime but does not actually meet the FLSA’s strict exemption criteria, as discussed below, the misclassification…

January 22, 2026

Employment Law

Does the FMLA Cover Employee Travel Time for Medical Appointments?

Yes, usually, is the short answer set out in a new DOL opinion letter. An employee is permitted to use leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA or Act) for work time spent in medical appointments either related to their serious medical condition or those of a qualifying family member. Such FMLA leave…

January 21, 2026

Employment Law

Six Employment Law Trends to Watch in 2026: Federal Enforcement and Virginia Updates

As we move into 2026, employers face a rapidly evolving legal landscape shaped by federal enforcement priorities and state-level initiatives. Below are six critical trends that HR professionals, business leaders, and risk compliance officers should monitor closely. 1. Federal Enforcement Realignment: Budget Cuts and Shifting Responsibilities The Department of Labor (DOL) enters 2026 with a…

December 15, 2025

Employment Law

Understanding the Family and Medical Leave Act: The DOL’s Latest Guidance and Practical Application

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a foundational federal law that helps employees balance work and family responsibilities. Enacted in 1993, the FMLA entitles eligible employees of covered employers to take up to 12 workweeks of unpaid, job-protected leave in a 12-month period for specified family and medical reasons. These include the birth…

November 24, 2025

Employment Law

NLRB Rules Every Non-Union Employer Needs to Know

Even if your business doesn’t have unionized employees, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) still has something to say about your policies, your severance agreements, and even your social media rules. In 2025, the NLRB continued its trend of expanding employee rights under the National Labor Relations Act. Non-union employers in Virginia are not exempt…

November 24, 2025

Business and Financial Services

Finding True North in Turbulent Times: Insights into Strategic Planning for Nonprofit Boards

In today’s environment of economic uncertainty, social transformation, and technological disruption, nonprofit boards must take a proactive and legally informed approach to strategic planning. Strategic oversight is a core governance function that directly affects mission fulfillment, legal compliance, and organizational sustainability. Boards need to actively engage on these topics or risk obsolescence. As outside legal…

November 24, 2025