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Pitfalls and Issues in Financing Equipment Leases with Virginia Localities
Community banks are in one of the most competitive lending markets in recent memory.
Continue ReadingDepartment of Health and Human Services Increases Pace of HIPAA Enforcement Penalties
It's only August, and already this year more than $20.4 million dollars have been exacted in penalties against providers under HIPAA.
Continue ReadingRichmond Grocery Wars Update: Publix to Purchase 10 Martin’s Stores
The Richmond community has been anticipating news of the fate of its 19 Martin’s grocery stores.
Continue ReadingUpdate: How Did Richmond Become the Epicenter of Grocery Wars?
In my previous post, I discussed the abundance of active players in Richmond’s hot grocery market.
Continue ReadingU.S. Supreme Court and 4th Circuit Each Rules for Creditors in Recent Notable Opinions
This month we report on two very recent court decisions that are noteworthy for creditors.
Continue ReadingDefend Trade Secrets Act Signed Into Law
On May 11, 2016, President Obama signed into law the Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA).
Continue ReadingBank With U.C.C. Security Interest In Deposit Account v. Garnishment Creditor: Who Has Priority?
In a recent case, however, a federal court ruled that a Garnishment Creditor trumped the bank's security interest in its borrower's deposit account.
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