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New Supreme Court of Virginia Case Demonstrates the Peril of Bad Indemnity Clause

Posted on November 8, 2016 by William R. Mauck, Jr. in Construction

A general contractor could not recover indemnity from any of its subcontractors for losses the general contractor sustained...

Spotts Fain Recognized in US News and World Report - Best Lawyers' "Best Law Firms" 2017

Posted on November 1, 2016

Dealing with Appropriate Parties to Avoid Liability Following the Death of a Bank Account Holder

Posted on October 26, 2016 by Matthew Yanovitch in Estate Planning and Administration

Following the death of a bank account holder, family members often step forward to claim the assets in the decedent's account.

Pitfalls and Issues in Financing Equipment Leases with Virginia Localities

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Brian R. Marron

Community banks are in one of the most competitive lending markets in recent memory.

Spotts Fain Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers in America 2017

Posted on August 15, 2016

Department of Health and Human Services Increases Pace of HIPAA Enforcement Penalties

Posted on August 8, 2016 by Stephen G. Reardon, Matthew Yanovitch

It's only August, and already this year more than $20.4 million dollars have been exacted in penalties against providers under HIPAA.

Richmond Grocery Wars Update: Publix to Purchase 10 Martin’s Stores

Posted on July 14, 2016 in Commercial Real Estate, RVA Grocery and Delivery Wars

The Richmond community has been anticipating news of the fate of its 19 Martin’s grocery stores.