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How Did Richmond Become the Epicenter of Grocery Wars?
It seems as if every week there is an announcement of the opening or expansion of yet another grocery store in the Richmond metropolitan area.
Continue Reading"Duke Rules Package" Implementation: Revisions to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure Four Months Later
The Supreme Court adopted most of the “Duke Rules” effective December 2015. This article provides an update on how courts have applied FRCP changes
Continue ReadingCreditors Take Note: New Bankruptcy Forms Become Effective December 1, 2015
Effective December 1, 2015, most existing Official Bankruptcy Forms will be replaced with new forms.
Continue ReadingContractors: To Waive Or Not To Waive Consequential Damages?
A waiver of consequential damages is contained in many construction contracts.
Continue ReadingBanks Face Claw-Back Exposure For Account Overdrafts
Two recent cases highlight an unexpected risk that comes with overdrafts and the importance of documenting and following procedures in handling them.
Continue ReadingWhy Detail is Important in a Letter of Intent for a Commercial Lease
LOIs are typically non-binding and set out the basic terms that will be contained in a lease document once the parties agree to the contents.
Continue ReadingNew Vosh Policy Effective July 1, 2015 to Prevent Worker Misclassification
Effective July 2015, the VA Department of Labor and Industry will implement a new VOSH policy to combat misclassification of workers.
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