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Farhad Aghdami

[Event] 15th Annual Fiduciary Focus - February 23rd, Richmond, VA

Join us for our 15th Annual Fiduciary Focus! Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Topics Include: - Recent Developments in Wealth Planning - Using Trustee Investment Statements - Strategies to Avoid Fiduciary…more

Continuing Legal Education, Events, Fiduciary, Financial Planning, Investment Management

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Hon. David Albo

2024 Virginia General Assembly New Alcoholic Beverage Control and Tobacco/Vape Laws

The Virginia General Assembly concluded its 2024 legislative session in March which included changes to Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) law and some changes to tobacco, vaping and electronic cigarette regulation. These changes…more

501(c)(3), Advertising, Alcohol Beverage Control, Entertainment Venues, Exemptions

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Carmelle Alipio

How President Biden’s Executive Order Aims to Protect Your Personal Data from Countries of Concern

On February 28, 2024, President Biden announced he was signing an Executive Order intended to protect Americans’ sensitive personal data. The Executive Order focuses on large-scale transfers of (i) genomic data, (ii) biometric…more

Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM), Biden Administration, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Data Brokers, Data Transfers

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Charles Alvis

[Event] 2023 Fiduciary Focus - February 24th, Richmond, VA

...join us as we return to an in-person format for our 14th Annual Fiduciary Focus! Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Topics Include: - Recent Developments in Wealth Planning - Corporate Transparency Act Compliance for…more

Continuing Legal Education, Corporate Transparency Act, Estate Planning, Events, Fiduciary

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Matt Anderson

“You’re Transferred!” Supreme Court Clarifies a Lower Standard for Discrimination Claims Based on Mandatory Job Transfers

On April 17, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court held that an employee need not show “significant” harm when pursuing a discrimination claim under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 when the claim is based on a mandatory job…more

Civil Rights Act, Employee Transfers, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Litigation, Muldrow v City of St Louis

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Anthony Anikeeff

UPDATE - Status of Implementation of the Federal COVID-19 Vaccine Workplace Rules

Many employers are struggling with the seemingly ever-shifting rules and requirements relating to COVID-19 vaccines. Indeed, although the Biden Administration initiated three sweeping rules earlier this Fall - one applicable to…more

Biden Administration, Case Consolidation, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Coronavirus/COVID-19, Employer Mandates

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D. Earl Baggett

Reminder: New Form I-9 Required Starting November 1, 2023

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published the new edition of the Form I-9 and employers are required to use this new version starting on November 1, 2023…more

Department of Homeland Security (DHS), E-Verify, Employment Authorization Documents (EAD), Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9

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James Bailey

New COVID-19 Requirements and Possible Penalties for Nursing Homes

On Sunday, April 19, 2020, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced it will be issuing a new rule on COVID-19 reporting requirements with possible penalties for nursing homes that fail to comply. 42 CFR…more

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Coronavirus/COVID-19, Health Care Providers, Long Term Care Facilities

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Jeremy Ball

PODCAST: Williams Mullen's Benefits Companion - SECURE 2.0: Leveraging Opportunities Employees Want Most

On this episode of Williams Mullen's Benefits Companion, host Brydon DeWitt is joined by Beryl Ball, principal financial advisor at CAPTRUST, who shares her insight on leveraging some of the more popular and beneficial offerings…more

Compensation & Benefits, Employee Benefits, Financial Adviser, Retirement Plan, SECURE Act

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Wyatt Beazley IV

OIG Targets Integrated Hospital Systems With Recommended Changes to Medicare’s 3-Day DRG Payment Window

On February 19, 2014, the Office of the Inspector General of the United States Department of Health and Human Services (“OIG”) released a report recommending two changes in the Medicare Diagnosis Related Group (“DRG”) payments…more

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Healthcare, Hospitals, Medicare, OIG

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Kevin Bender

[Event] Hampton Roads Spring Tax Forum - May 17th, Norfolk, VA

Join our seasoned tax and estate planning attorneys on Wednesday, May 17th in Norfolk for the Williams Mullen Spring Tax Forum. Breakfast will be provided. This program will dig into complex private equity structures, how…more

Business Entities, Business Losses, Business Taxes, Continuing Legal Education, Convertible Debt

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William Benos

A Ray of Hope for L-2 and H-4 Spouses: Settlement Will Lead to Automatic Extensions and Employment Authorization Incident to Status for Certain Nonimmigrants

Because of persistent delays by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in the processing of applications for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs), a group of aggrieved noncitizen plaintiffs filed a class action…more

Class Action, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Employment Authorization Documents (EAD), Foreign Nationals, Form I-9

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Thomas Bergert

PODCAST: Williams Mullen's Trending Now: An IP Podcast - Artificial Intelligence Patents & Emerging Regulatory Laws

In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Tom Bergert and Clint Brannon discuss considerations for AI patent applicants and investors in light of emerging AI state and federal regulatory laws…more

Artificial Intelligence, Computer-Related Inventions, Innovative Technology, Intellectual Property Protection, Patent Applications

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Gregory Bishop

[Webinar] M&A Series: Open Up: The Unique Aspects of Dental Practice Transactions - November 15th, 11:00 am - 11:15 am ET

Even with the potential of a recession looming, private equity investment in the dental sector continues to soar. We are seeing a significant amount of transactions in this space, which often positions experienced buyers against…more

Buyers, Dental Practice, Dentists, Investors, Private Equity

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Jonathan Bliley

[Webinar] M&A Series: The Latest Trends in Middle-Market M&A - April 16th, 11:00 am - 11:15 am EDT

Please join Williams Mullen attorneys Jon Bliley and Rakesh Parikh as they discuss the latest trends in middle-market M&A, touching on several topics, including rep & warranty insurance and indemnification…more

Acquisition Agreements, Acquisitions, Buyers, Indemnification, Merger Agreements

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Wyatt Booth

Summary of SBA Loan Programs under the CARES Act

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) makes important changes to the Small Business Administration (SBA) Economic Impact Disaster Loan (EIDL) program and creates the Paycheck Protection Program…more

CARES Act, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Economic Injury Disaster Loans, Financial Stimulus, Relief Measures

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Mehanna Borostyan

SEC Private Fund Rule Struck Down by US Appeals Court

A U.S. appeals court struck down a newly adopted Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) rule implementing a series of new disclosure requirements and restrictions on private fund advisors…more

Disclosure Requirements, Dodd-Frank, Final Rules, Hedge Funds, Investment Adviser

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George Bowles

[Event] 15th Annual Fiduciary Focus - February 23rd, Richmond, VA

Join us for our 15th Annual Fiduciary Focus! Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Topics Include: - Recent Developments in Wealth Planning - Using Trustee Investment Statements - Strategies to Avoid Fiduciary…more

Continuing Legal Education, Events, Fiduciary, Financial Planning, Investment Management

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J.P. McGuire Boyd, Jr

Between a Rock and a Hard Place: Elder Financial Abuse and the UCC

The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia recently affirmed a basic principle of deposit banking, which is that in the absence of an express agreement, a depository bank owes no duty to second-guess…more

Banks, Deposit Accounts, Depository Institutions, Elder Abuse, Financial Abuse

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Susan Brancaccio

"Risky Businesses" Beware - EPA's New Risk Management Plan Requirements Could Bite

Under the Clean Air Act, facilities that present a high risk of chemical accidents, including those engaged in industries such as chemical manufacturing, paper manufacturing, and warehousing and storage, are required to prepare…more

Chemicals, Clean Air Act, Environmental Policies, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Hazardous Substances

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Clinton Brannon

PODCAST: Williams Mullen's Trending Now: An IP Podcast - Artificial Intelligence Patents & Emerging Regulatory Laws

In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Tom Bergert and Clint Brannon discuss considerations for AI patent applicants and investors in light of emerging AI state and federal regulatory laws…more

Artificial Intelligence, Computer-Related Inventions, Innovative Technology, Intellectual Property Protection, Patent Applications

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Tanner Brantley

EPA Adds Seven PFAS Chemical Compounds to the Toxic Release Inventory

In a final rule published on May 17, 2024, and to become effective June 17, 2024, EPA has added seven per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to the list of chemicals subject to toxic chemical release reporting under the…more

Emergency Management Plans, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), EPCRA, Final Rules, Hazardous Substances

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Gabrielle Brill

Four Revamped Tax Incentives with Real (Estate) Implications

The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (the “IRA”) will disburse approximately $370 billion to spur private sector building decarbonization. As it relates to commercial real estate, there are at least four (4) key tax incentives to…more

Climate Change, Commercial Buildings, Energy Tax Incentives, Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), Investment Tax Credits

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Carrick Brooke-Davidson

Carolinas Environmental Legislative Update

Both the North and South Carolina legislatures have recently adopted statutes affecting environmental issues in their respective states. This update highlights the most significant developments in North and South Carolina…more

Administrative Procedure Act, Air Pollution, Boiler MACT Rule, Brownfield Properties, Certification Requirements

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Turner Broughton

Class Action Trends in Virginia: Employment Background Reports

Forty percent of the consumer class actions filed in Virginia in 2014 alleging violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (“FCRA”) relate to background reports for employment purposes. With one exception, all of the cases are…more

Background Checks, Class Action, Consumer Reports, Credit Reporting Agencies, Employer Liability Issues

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Miles Bruder

Supreme Court Upholds North Carolina’s Blue Pencil Doctrine Impacting Non-Competes

On March 18, 2016, the North Carolina Supreme Court reasserted the state’s strict blue pencil doctrine by reversing the Court of Appeals in Beverage Systems of the Carolinas, LLC v. Associated Beverage Repair, LLC, et al. (No…more

Blue Pencil Contract Modification, NC Supreme Court, Non-Compete Agreements, Restrictive Covenants, Reversal

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Jamie Watkins Bruno

Estop, Subordinate and Listen: Understanding the Role of SNDAs and Tenant Estoppel Certificates in Commercial Real Estate Transactions

For those of us that practice in the world of commercial real estate financing transactions, the fact pattern is a tale as old as time: the Bank is making a term loan secured by real estate largely based on leases on the…more

Assignment of Rents (AOR), Commercial Loans, Commercial Property Owners, Commercial Real Estate Contracts, Commercial Tenants

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W. Alexander Burnett

New Amendments to Virginia’s “Prompt Payment” Law take effect July 1, 2023

In 2022, the General Assembly enacted significant changes to Virginia Code §§ 2.2-4347, 2.2-4354 and 11-4.6 that mandated prompt payment by owners, contractors and subcontractors on public and private construction projects and…more

Amended Legislation, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contractors, Effective Date

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James Burns

Federal Trade Commission Targets Private Equity in Healthcare for Antitrust Enforcement

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced an action on September 21, 2023, against U.S. Anesthesia Partners, Inc. (USAP) and private equity group Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe (WCAS), alleging that a series of…more

Acquisitions, Antitrust Provisions, Biden Administration, Corporate Practice of Medicine, Enforcement Actions

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David Burton

Tales From the NLRB: Unfair Labor Practices May Result in Order to Bargain with Union

On August 25, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (Board), upended almost 50 years of precedent by deciding in Cemex Construction Materials Pacific, LLC (Cemex) that an employer who commits an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP)…more

Collective Bargaining, Labor Relations, NLRA, NLRB, Unfair Labor Practices

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Wes Camden

USDOJ Announces $5.6 Billion in False Claims Act Recoveries: What the Increased Emphasis on FCA Cases Means for Your Business

In a press release issued on February 1, 2022, the Department of Justice announced that its fiscal year 2021 recoveries on False Claims Act settlements and judgments totaled over $5.6 billion. This number represents the highest…more

DOJ Strike Force, Enforcement Actions, False Claims Act (FCA), Fraudulent Procurement, Health Care Providers

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Allison Carlon

[Hybrid Event] 2024 Benefits Forum: Celebrating 50 Years of ERISA - September 12th, Richmond, VA

Join us as we commemorate ERISA’s 50th anniversary and review the past, present and future of this pivotal legislation. This hybrid event offers two options for attendance: in-person or webinar. Both options will have an…more

Best Practices, Continuing Legal Education, Disclosure Requirements, Documentation, Employee Benefits

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Patrick Carr

Virginia Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits - Legislative Update

The Virginia Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (HRTC) program (see Virginia Code § 58.1-339.2) has played a significant role in stimulating Virginia’s economy and preserving thousands of historic properties throughout the…more

Economic Development, Historic Preservation, Historical Landmarks, Historical Rehabilitation, Job Creation

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Elizabeth Chapman

Virginia Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits: a Legislative Update

The Virginia Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (“HRTC”) Program (Virginia Code § 58.1-339.2) has been a significant factor in the preservation of historic properties and the revitalization of urban centers across the…more

Governor McAuliffe, Historic Preservation, Historical Rehabilitation, Proposed Legislation, State Budgets

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Matthew Cheek

[Webinar] M&A Series: LIBOR Y2K: Implications of the End of LIBOR on your Transactions and Rates - February 21st, 11:00 am - 11:30 am ET

...join us for the next installment of our M&A Webinar Series, in which Matt Cheek, the chair of our Banking & Finance practice, will provide attendees with a high level overview of the history of the LIBOR floating rate, the…more

Banking Sector, Financial Services Industry, Floating Interest Rates, Interest Rates, Libor

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Janet Cho

PODCAST: Williams Mullen's Trending Now: An IP Podcast - Artificial Intelligence: Issues Affecting Creators, Writers and Artists

In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Janet Cho and Amy Pruett provide an update on recent cases and some of the legal issues involved with using datasets to train AI models…more

Art, Artificial Intelligence, Artists, Data Sets, Databases

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Matthew Cobb

2023 Virginia Election Report

On Tuesday, November 7th, citizens across the Commonwealth went back to the polls to vote in one of the most consequential elections in Virginia’s history. Following redistricting, primary elections, and a wave of retirements…more

Election Results, Political Candidates, Political Parties, State and Local Government, State Elections

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Jenny Connors

[Event] Winter Tax Forum 2024 - January 31st, Richmond, VA

Join Williams Mullen partners for our in-person Winter Tax Forum on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. Our speakers, Farhad Aghdami, Jenny Connors, Conrad Garcia and Beth Hungate-Noland will present on partnership aggregators and…more

Business Taxes, Continuing Legal Education, Events, Income Taxes, International Tax Issues

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Robert Cox

Material Price Escalation: Workable Compromises Versus Traditional Allocation of Risk Expectations

Rapid material price escalation is a costly reality of today’s construction industry. How long this escalation will be a reality is anyone’s guess. In the meantime, there are workable solutions; but those pressing for solutions…more

Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contract Terms, Force Majeure Clause

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Richard "Chip" Cunningham, Jr.

SEC Private Fund Rule Struck Down by US Appeals Court

A U.S. appeals court struck down a newly adopted Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) rule implementing a series of new disclosure requirements and restrictions on private fund advisors…more

Disclosure Requirements, Dodd-Frank, Final Rules, Hedge Funds, Investment Adviser

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David Dallas, Jr.

Williams Mullen's COVID-19 Comeback Plan: 10 Pandemic-Influenced Operations, M&A and Finance Ideas for Executives

Corporate Partner Dave Dallas provides executives with a concise and creative list of suggestions and key considerations to help guide their businesses’ COVID-19 recovery planning…more

Acquisitions, Business Operations, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Corporate Executives, Corporate Finance

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Alyssa Carducci Dangler

[Webinar] Renewable Energy Series: Site Control Issues and Real Estate Diligence for Renewable Energy Projects - June 6th, 11:00 am - 11:35 am ET

Developing successful renewable energy projects begin with selecting the right project site. Securing site control using well drafted real estate contracts and conducting thorough real estate diligence can help identify…more

Contract Drafting, Contract Negotiations, Due Diligence, Easements, Energy Projects

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Amos Dawson, III

Virginia Environmental Regulatory Developments (February 2014)

A. Fast Track Regulations - 1. 9VAC5-10. General Definitions (Rev. D13) (amending 9VAC5-10-20). Statutory Authority: § 10.1-1308 of the Code of Virginia; federal Clean Air Act (§§ 110, 111, 123, 129, 171, 172, and…more

Environmental Policies

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Philip Delano

[Hybrid Event] 2024 Benefits Forum: Celebrating 50 Years of ERISA - September 12th, Richmond, VA

Join us as we commemorate ERISA’s 50th anniversary and review the past, present and future of this pivotal legislation. This hybrid event offers two options for attendance: in-person or webinar. Both options will have an…more

Best Practices, Continuing Legal Education, Disclosure Requirements, Documentation, Employee Benefits

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Anna Derewenda

No Moore Waiting - Supreme Court Upholds Mandatory Repatriation Tax

On June 20, the U.S. Supreme Court released its opinion in the closely watched case of Moore v. United States. In a 7-2 decision, the court upheld the constitutionality of the mandatory repatriation tax (MRT), also referred to…more

Capital Gains, Income Taxes, Internal Revenue Code (IRC), IRS, Moore v US

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Robert Dewar

Williams Mullen Mezzanine Lending Video Series - Episode 5

In the fifth episode of the Williams Mullen's Mezzanine Lending Video Series, corporate attorneys Bob Dewar and Randal Greene discuss the primary challenges of mezzanine loans for lenders…more

Loans, Mezzanine Lenders

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Brydon DeWitt

PODCAST: Williams Mullen's Benefits Companion - New IRS Guidance on SECURE 2.0 Act Student Loan Employer Contributions

On this episode of Williams Mullen's Benefits Companion, host Brydon DeWitt discusses the recent IRS guidance regarding provisions under the SECURE 2.0 Act which allows employers to make matching contributions on account of…more

401k, 403(b) Plans, 457(b) Plans, Benefit Plan Sponsors, Compensation & Benefits

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Anne Domozick

[Webinar] M&A Webinar Series: Unique Deal Issues - February 11th, 11:00 am ET

Join Partners Anne Domozick and Forbes Thompson to gain insights on the lessons learned when negotiating deals in special situations, and the solutions you can invoke should you find yourself in the same boat. Anne and Forbes…more

Acquisitions, Board of Directors, Contract Negotiations, Indemnification Clauses, Merger Agreements

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Allison Domson

Virginia Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits - Legislative Update

The Virginia Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (HRTC) program (see Virginia Code § 58.1-339.2) has played a significant role in stimulating Virginia’s economy and preserving thousands of historic properties throughout the…more

Economic Development, Historic Preservation, Historical Landmarks, Historical Rehabilitation, Job Creation

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Amber Duncan

Chevron Overruled - The Widespread Impact Might Just Surprise You

The Supreme Court overruled the 40-year-old Chevron doctrine of judicial deference given to administrative agency actions in an opinion released last week. On June 28, 2024, the court held that federal courts no longer must…more

Administrative Procedure Act, Chevron Deference, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Government Agencies, Loper Bright Enterprises v Raimondo

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Daniel Durst

[Event] 15th Annual Fiduciary Focus - February 23rd, Richmond, VA

Join us for our 15th Annual Fiduciary Focus! Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Topics Include: - Recent Developments in Wealth Planning - Using Trustee Investment Statements - Strategies to Avoid Fiduciary…more

Continuing Legal Education, Events, Fiduciary, Financial Planning, Investment Management

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John Faber, Jr.

Mergers and Acquisitions with PPP or EIDL Borrowers: Considerations for Buyers, Sellers, and Lenders

By now, most small business owners and their lenders are acutely aware of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), enacted to provide emergency assistance and health care response for individuals and…more

Acquisitions, CARES Act, Economic Injury Disaster Loans, Federal Loans, Mergers

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Stefanie Felitto

Patient Privacy Breach...All in a Day’s Work?

It is a health care provider’s nightmare – despite extensive HIPAA training and best efforts to hire the right people, one of your staff members has gone rogue with a patient’s information. Whether a receptionist loudly comments…more

Employer Liability Issues, Employment Policies, Health Care Providers, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Healthcare Facilities

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Elizabeth Scott Fralin

Court Strikes Down Portions of Rule Implementing Independent Dispute Resolution Process Under the Federal No Surprises Act

The newly enacted federal No Surprises Act (NSA), intended to protect consumers from surprise balance billing, continues to be the subject of considerable controversy. On February 23, 2022, a U.S. District Court in Texas decided…more

Arbitration, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Disclosure Requirements, Dispute Resolution, Employer Group Health Plans

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Lauren Fussell

When Keeping It Real (Housewives) Goes Wrong: Lessons from the Jen Shah Prosecution

On March 30, 2021, the reality television world was rocked by news that Jen Shah, the tempestuous breakout star of the first season of Bravo’s newest hit, The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City (RHOSLC), was arrested on charges…more

Celebrities, Criminal Conspiracy, Criminal Prosecution, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), FBI

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Cassidy Galindo

Chevron Overruled - The Widespread Impact Might Just Surprise You

The Supreme Court overruled the 40-year-old Chevron doctrine of judicial deference given to administrative agency actions in an opinion released last week. On June 28, 2024, the court held that federal courts no longer must…more

Administrative Procedure Act, Chevron Deference, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Government Agencies, Loper Bright Enterprises v Raimondo

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J. Conrad Garcia

Virginia Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits - Legislative Update

The Virginia Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (HRTC) program (see Virginia Code § 58.1-339.2) has played a significant role in stimulating Virginia’s economy and preserving thousands of historic properties throughout the…more

Economic Development, Historic Preservation, Historical Landmarks, Historical Rehabilitation, Job Creation

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Philip Goodpasture

[Webinar] 2020 M&A Year in Review: Lessons Learned - December 15th, 11:00 am - 11:30 am EST

In just about every way, the world turned upside down in 2020. Deals were no exception. Whether it was incorporating a PPP payoff or forgiveness into deal terms, drafting MAE, interim operating covenants and working capital…more

Acquisitions, Business Interruption, Business Operations, Contract Drafting, Contract Negotiations

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Alexander (Zan) Gormley

PODCAST: Williams Mullen's Benefits Companion - Multiemployer Plans

On this episode of Williams Mullen's Benefits Companion, host Brydon DeWitt is joined by Zan Gormley, a partner in Williams Mullen’s Litigation Section, for a discussion about multiemployer plans. They address what they are, how…more

Benefit Plan Sponsors, Employee Benefits, Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), Multiemployer Plan, Retirement Plan

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Randal Greene, Jr.

Williams Mullen Mezzanine Lending Video Series - Episode 5

In the fifth episode of the Williams Mullen's Mezzanine Lending Video Series, corporate attorneys Bob Dewar and Randal Greene discuss the primary challenges of mezzanine loans for lenders…more

Loans, Mezzanine Lenders

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William Halliday

[Webinar] M&A Series: The Proxy Solicitation Process in Public Company M&A - June 20th, 11:00 am - 11:30 am EDT

Please join Williams Mullen partners Larry Parker and Will Halliday as they discuss the proxy solicitation process in public company M&A. Companies with a class of securities registered under the Securities Exchange Act of…more

Acquisitions, Mergers, Proxy Solicitations, Publicly-Traded Companies, Securities Exchange Act of 1934

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Patrick Hanes

[Webinar] 2024 North Carolina CLE Institute - February 9th, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm ET

Join us for the 2024 North Carolina CLE Institute, Hosted by Williams Mullen, a virtual legal education program designed to provide timely legal guidance and help you to secure your CLE credits…more

Artificial Intelligence, Commercial Leases, Commercial Property Owners, Commercial Tenants, Continuing Legal Education

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Edmund Harllee

CFPB Issues Proposed Rules Regulating Payday, Vehicle Title and Other Loans, as Permitted by Dodd-Frank

On Friday, July 22, 2016, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (the “Bureau”) published proposed rules and a request for public comment in the Federal Register to establish a new consumer regulation, 12 CFR 1041, which would…more

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Payday Loans, Proposed Regulation, Public Comment, Title Loans

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Andrea Harlow

The Williams Mullen Financial Services & Real Estate Quarterly Newsletter

Goodbye LIBOR - Hello Operational Headache! A sea of change is on the horizon for benchmark interest rates as financial regulators respond to the need to replace the London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”). LIBOR has lost the…more

ALTA, Bankruptcy Code, Benchmarks, Consumer Bankruptcy, Interest Rates

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Joy Heath

First Look at 2025 North Carolina Health Care Opportunities

North Carolina’s Healthcare Planning Section has provided a first look at the opportunities for new health care development across our State. The 2025 State Medical Facilities Plan (the “2025 SMFP”) is expected to identify needs…more

Ambulatory Surgery Centers, Certificate of Need, Health Care Providers, Healthcare Facilities, Hospitals

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Beth Hungate-Noland

[Event] Winter Tax Forum 2024 - January 31st, Richmond, VA

Join Williams Mullen partners for our in-person Winter Tax Forum on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. Our speakers, Farhad Aghdami, Jenny Connors, Conrad Garcia and Beth Hungate-Noland will present on partnership aggregators and…more

Business Taxes, Continuing Legal Education, Events, Income Taxes, International Tax Issues

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Rebecca Ivey

HIPAA Tips With Williams Mullen - Telehealth After the Pandemic

In the third episode of HIPAA Tips With Williams Mullen, health care attorneys Rebecca Ivey and Nathan Kottkamp discuss the importance of health care providers evaluating their use of telehealth during the pandemic in order to…more

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Health Care Providers, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), OCR

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Thomas "Rhys" James

[Webinar] M&A Series: Partnership Interests as Tax-Advantaged Currency in REIT Portfolio Transactions - November 30th, 11:00 am - 11:15 am ET

Equity REITs seeking to grow assets face a challenging interest rate environment and tepid equity capital markets for funding portfolio acquisitions. However, REITs can often remain active buyers in an opportunistic real estate…more

Acquisitions, Buyers, Investment Portfolios, Mergers, Partnership Interests

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Charles James, Jr.

2023 Virginia Election Report

On Tuesday, November 7th, citizens across the Commonwealth went back to the polls to vote in one of the most consequential elections in Virginia’s history. Following redistricting, primary elections, and a wave of retirements…more

Election Results, Political Candidates, Political Parties, State and Local Government, State Elections

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Harold Johnson

PODCAST: Williams Mullen's Gavels & Gowns - What’s Next in VA K-12 Education? An Interview with Scott Brabrand, Executive Director of VASS

In this episode of Gavels & Gowns, an Education Law podcast, co-hosts Hal Johnson and Micah Schwartz speak with Scott Brabrand, executive director of the Virginia Association of School Superintendents. Scott provides a summary…more

Educational Institutions, General Assembly, Legislative Agendas, Public Schools, School Districts

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Thomas "Tom" Johnson, Jr.

Rule No. 1 When Facing a Zoning Violation in N.C.

On February 19, 2019, the North Carolina Court of Appeals, in an unpublished decision, held that “When a landowner fails timely to appeal a notice of zoning ordinance violation to a local board of adjustment as provided in the…more

Appeals, Local Ordinance, Property Owners, Statutory Violations, Subject Matter Jurisdiction

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Meagan Kalantar (Thomasson)

Corporate Transparency Act: Northern District of Alabama Issues Declaratory Judgment Finding that Corporate Transparency Act is Unconstitutional

On March 1, 2024, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama, Northeastern Division granted summary judgment in favor of the plaintiffs, finding that the Corporate Transparency Act (the “CTA”), which…more

Anti-Money Laundering, Beneficial Owner, Constitutional Challenges, Corporate Transparency Act, Declaratory Judgments

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M. Keith Kapp

North Carolina ABC Commission Conducting ABC Rules Review

The North Carolina ABC Commission held its regular meeting on July 10, 2024, which included the agenda item “Mandatory Rules Review Pursuant to N.C.G.S. §150B-21.3A – Initial Determination of 14B NCAC 15A.”…more

Administrative Review, Alcohol Beverage Control, Comment Period, Wine & Alcohol

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Stephanie Karn

Virginia Employment Law Updates for 2024: Key Changes You Need to Know

Historically, the month of June brings with it multiple and detailed notices to Virginia-based employers regarding newly enacted or revised statutes with which they must comply. More recently, the number of such legal notices…more

Anti-Discrimination Policies, Child Labor, Discipline, Employment Policies, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

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Ryan Kenrick

[Webinar] Leasing Up Summer 2020: What We've Learned and How to Move Forward - June 30th, 11:00 am - 11:30 am ET

The 2020 Business Solutions Series. Join us for a webinar on leasing considerations for developers, landlords, and business owners. Topics include: - What the market looks like right now. - What can landlords do right now…more

Contract Termination, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Land Developers, Landlords, Lease Term

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Jessica J.O. King

EPA to Issue Information Collection Requests to Set PFAS Limitations for Textile Wastewaters

The textile manufacturing sector cannot escape EPA’s rush to regulate per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). EPA recently requested comment on an Information Collection Request (ICR) to finish the process. Response to the…more

Drinking Water, Environmental Policies, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Hazardous Substances, PFAS

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Yiorgos Koliopoulos

Appellate Court Rules that NCAA Athletes May Qualify as Employees Under the Fair Labor Standards Act

On July 11, the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit (with appellate jurisdiction over federal courts in Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania) issued a decision in Johnson v. National Collegiate Athletic…more

Alston v NCAA, College Athletes, Colleges, Compensation, Employee Definition

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Otto Konrad

[Webinar] M&A Series: Unique Considerations in Petroleum & Commercial Fuel Transactions - September 19th, 11:00 am - 11:15 am ET

It has been an active time for transactions in the Petroleum and Commercial Fuel industries as long-standing family concerns cash out and institutional buyers look to drive shareholder value. These deals can be fraught with…more

Acquisitions, Exit Strategies, Family Businesses, Mergers, Oil & Gas

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Nathan Kottkamp

42 CFR Part 2 Final Rule Harmonizes Substance Use Disorder Confidentiality Protections with HIPAA

On February 8, 2024, the federal Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Patient Records regulations at 42 CFR Part 2 (Part 2) were revised in part to increase patient protection and streamline patient consent practices…more

Business Associates, CARES Act, Comment Period, Confidential Information, Consent

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Maggie Krantz

Williams Mullen On Call - November 2017

Welcome to the third edition of Williams Mullen On Call. In this edition, we are pleased to provide two very timely interviews. The first interview is with Mandy K. Cohen, MD, MPH, Secretary of the North Carolina Department of…more

Administrative Appeals, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), False Claims Act (FCA), Health Care Providers, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

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William Kuriger

Chevron Overruled - The Widespread Impact Might Just Surprise You

The Supreme Court overruled the 40-year-old Chevron doctrine of judicial deference given to administrative agency actions in an opinion released last week. On June 28, 2024, the court held that federal courts no longer must…more

Administrative Procedure Act, Chevron Deference, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Government Agencies, Loper Bright Enterprises v Raimondo

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Gilbert "Gib" Laite, III

Industrial Owners Seeking Fair Tax Treatment Should Differentiate Personal Property From Real Estate Values

North Carolina taxes both real estate and personal property, but differing valuation schedules and processes for the two types can lead to confusion and inflated tax bills for industrial property owners. Understanding how…more

Administrative Procedure, Commercial Leases, Commercial Property Owners, County Assessors, Fair Market Value

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Kathy Lawrence

SEC Operations During a Government Shutdown

Despite congressional leaders reaching a deal on Wednesday for a short-term stopgap funding extension, public reporting companies and Regulation A issuers are still left in limbo as the bill, if passed, will only extend…more

Appropriations Bill, Capital Raising, Corporate Governance, EDGAR, Federal Funding

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Robert Charles Lawson

[Webinar] 2024 North Carolina CLE Institute - February 9th, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm ET

Join us for the 2024 North Carolina CLE Institute, Hosted by Williams Mullen, a virtual legal education program designed to provide timely legal guidance and help you to secure your CLE credits…more

Artificial Intelligence, Commercial Leases, Commercial Property Owners, Commercial Tenants, Continuing Legal Education

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David Lay

[Webinar] M&A Webinar Series - A Rapidly Changing M&A Market: Current Trends and Deal Points - July 20th, 11:00 am - 11:15 am EST

In just one year, we’ve seen one of the fastest M&A cycles to date. We went from limited activity in late March 2020 to a buyer-friendly market by early summer before trending to seller-friendly by the fourth quarter. Join…more

Acquisitions, Buyers, Mergers, Sellers, Webinars

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Gary LeClair

[Webinar] Been There, Done That: How Startups Can Succeed with Experienced Legal Advisors - October 28th, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET

Williams Mullen is partnering with Startup Virginia, a nonprofit organization that helps entrepreneurs of high-growth startups reach their full potential, for a program that showcases the value gained by engaging experienced…more

Business Advice, Business Development, Early Stage Companies, Emerging Growth Companies, Entrepreneurs

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Lee Lester

Yahoo! Settlement Affirms SEC's Focus on Cybersecurity Disclosures

In late April 2018, the SEC and Altaba (formerly known as Yahoo!) agreed to a $35 million penalty to settle charges that Yahoo! misled investors by failing to disclose to investors its December 2014 data breach in which hackers…more

Cybersecurity, Data Breach, Disclosure Requirements, Failure To Disclose, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

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Jennifer Ligon

Upcoming Deadline to Comply with Amended Hospital Licensure Regulations

Virginia hospitals have until November 14, 2018, to comply with upcoming changes to Virginia’s hospital licensure regulations. The regulatory amendments are required by legislation approved during the 2018 General Assembly…more

Amended Regulation, Emergency Rooms, Filing Deadlines, General Assembly, Hospitals

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Stephan Lipskis

[Event] 15th Annual Fiduciary Focus - February 23rd, Richmond, VA

Join us for our 15th Annual Fiduciary Focus! Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Topics Include: - Recent Developments in Wealth Planning - Using Trustee Investment Statements - Strategies to Avoid Fiduciary…more

Continuing Legal Education, Events, Fiduciary, Financial Planning, Investment Management

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T. Preston Lloyd, Jr.

The Virginia Supreme Court has made it easier for neighbors to challenge land use approvals - here’s why it matters.

The concept of legal standing made headlines in high-profile U.S. Supreme Court cases this summer; but it is just as critical for cases in Virginia state courts. In the land use and real estate development context, the Supreme…more

Air Pollution, Commercial Property Owners, Covenant of Quiet Enjoyment, Excessive Noise, Historical Landmarks

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Michael Lord

[Webinar] 2024 North Carolina CLE Institute - February 9th, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm ET

Join us for the 2024 North Carolina CLE Institute, Hosted by Williams Mullen, a virtual legal education program designed to provide timely legal guidance and help you to secure your CLE credits…more

Artificial Intelligence, Commercial Leases, Commercial Property Owners, Commercial Tenants, Continuing Legal Education

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Michael Maloney

The Benefits of Commercial Item Contracting

Commercial Item Contracting is intended to benefit both the government and contractors, but those benefits can sometimes get lost in the shuffle. Reminding the parties why Commercial Item Contracting was implemented can help…more

Commercial Contracts, Commercial Item Determinations, Compliance, Contract Terms, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

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Channing Martin

DOJ Implements Corporate Self-Disclosure Policy for Criminal Misconduct

A new voluntary self-disclosure policy issued by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) provides incentives for companies that voluntarily report criminal misconduct by their employees or agents…more

Clawbacks, Compliance, Cooperation, Corporate Misconduct, Department of Justice (DOJ)

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Jamie Baskerville Martin

[Webinar] M&A Series: Open Up: The Unique Aspects of Dental Practice Transactions - November 15th, 11:00 am - 11:15 am ET

Even with the potential of a recession looming, private equity investment in the dental sector continues to soar. We are seeing a significant amount of transactions in this space, which often positions experienced buyers against…more

Buyers, Dental Practice, Dentists, Investors, Private Equity

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Arnie Mason

Small Businesses, Big Opportunities – Recent SBA Expansion of the Mentor-Protégé Program

Effective August 24, 2016, the Small Business Administration (“SBA”) will fulfill the mandates of the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 and the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (“NDAA 2013”), which…more

Entrepreneurs, Federal Contractors, HUBZone, JOBS Act, Joint Venture

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Nona Massengill

[Hybrid Event] 2024 Benefits Forum: Celebrating 50 Years of ERISA - September 12th, Richmond, VA

Join us as we commemorate ERISA’s 50th anniversary and review the past, present and future of this pivotal legislation. This hybrid event offers two options for attendance: in-person or webinar. Both options will have an…more

Best Practices, Continuing Legal Education, Disclosure Requirements, Documentation, Employee Benefits

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Andrew Matthews

Williams Mullen Construction Industry Newsletter - Winter/Spring 2015

In this Issue: - Welcome - Williams Mullen Announces Coastal Flooding Practice - Federal Government Contracts - New Challenges - Green Certification - Bankruptcy and Virginia Mechanic’s…more

Coastal Real Estate, Commercial Bankruptcy, Construction Industry, Federal Contractors, Flood Zones

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Richard Matthews

Patent Litigation Update 2024

While the number of filed patent cases is down, it is still the most prevalent type of IP claim. In 2023, there were 3,111 patent cases filed, following a downward trend since 2021, with the Western District of Texas still the…more

Design Patent, Intellectual Property Protection, Obviousness, Patent Litigation, Patent Trial and Appeal Board

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Christopher McDonald

2024 Virginia General Assembly New Alcoholic Beverage Control and Tobacco/Vape Laws

The Virginia General Assembly concluded its 2024 legislative session in March which included changes to Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) law and some changes to tobacco, vaping and electronic cigarette regulation. These changes…more

501(c)(3), Advertising, Alcohol Beverage Control, Entertainment Venues, Exemptions

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Jennifer McLain McLemore

What to Do if Your Suppliers Are in Distress - Is It Time to Find a New Supplier?

In our What to Do if Your Suppliers Are in Distress video series, we describe how to identify your critical suppliers that might be in jeopardy, provide suggestions on how you can help them, and share how you can protect your…more

Business Interruption, Distributors, Financial Distress, Manufacturers, Suppliers

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John Mercer

Game Place Decision Legislation Signed

On February 13, 2019, the Governor signed into law House Bill 2287. This legislation negates the potential adverse consequences of the Virginia Supreme Court’s May 2018 decision in The Game Place, L.L.C. v. Fredericksburg 35,…more

Commercial Leases, Commercial Tenants, Deeds, Landlords, Leases

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Scott Miller

Understanding Real Estate Tax Assessment Procedures

If the locality where your company’s real property is situated went through a revaluation of real property for tax purposes effective as of January 1, 2014, your company should soon be receiving a notice of assessment. You may…more

Property Tax, Real Estate Market, Tax Assessment

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Hannah Moore

42 CFR Part 2 Final Rule Harmonizes Substance Use Disorder Confidentiality Protections with HIPAA

On February 8, 2024, the federal Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Patient Records regulations at 42 CFR Part 2 (Part 2) were revised in part to increase patient protection and streamline patient consent practices…more

Business Associates, CARES Act, Comment Period, Confidential Information, Consent

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Jennifer Morgan

North Carolina ABC Commission Conducting ABC Rules Review

The North Carolina ABC Commission held its regular meeting on July 10, 2024, which included the agenda item “Mandatory Rules Review Pursuant to N.C.G.S. §150B-21.3A – Initial Determination of 14B NCAC 15A.”…more

Administrative Review, Alcohol Beverage Control, Comment Period, Wine & Alcohol

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Michael Mueller

Williams Mullen's Comeback Plan: Part IV - How Banks Think About Loan Defaults: Lessons for Borrowers in Troubled Times

In the final installment of our video series aimed at helping borrowers in uncertain times, Matt Cheek, chair of Williams Mullen’s Financial Services Industry Group, and Mike Mueller, chair of our Restructuring, Bankruptcy and…more

Banking Sector, Banks, Borrowers, Commercial Bankruptcy, Commercial Loans

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Craig Mytelka

PODCAST: Williams Mullen's Trending Now: An IP Podcast - Understanding and Economizing NFTs and Creative Content

In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Amy Pruett and Craig Mytelka discuss non-fungible tokens (NFTs), how they may be used, and the intellectual property issues that come up with their exploitation…more

Intellectual Property Protection, Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs)

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Tom Narvaez

Reminder: New Form I-9 Required Starting November 1, 2023

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published the new edition of the Form I-9 and employers are required to use this new version starting on November 1, 2023…more

Department of Homeland Security (DHS), E-Verify, Employment Authorization Documents (EAD), Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9

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Bradley Nowak

Virginia Shared (Community) Solar Expansion Bills Signed Into Law

On April 8, 2024, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin signed four bills into law that will expand shared (community) solar in Virginia. Some of the key details of the new legislation are as follows..…more

Community Shared Solar, Energy Projects, Energy Sector, New Legislation, Solar Energy

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Brendan O'Toole

State Attorneys General Served “home cooking” by the Supreme Court of the United States

On January 14, 2014, in Mississippi v. AU Optronics Corp., the Supreme Court held that a parens patriae action (one brought by the state on behalf of its injured citizens) does not constitute a ‘mass action’ and cannot be…more

Attorney General, CAFA, Class Action, Parens Patriae, Removal

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W. Benjamin Pace

[Webinar] 13th Annual Fiduciary Focus - February 25th, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

Join the Williams Mullen Private Client and Fiduciary Services team for our annual Fiduciary Focus event. This year’s agenda is packed with insights on recent developments affecting fiduciaries – including tax law updates (and…more

Art, Asset Management, Charitable Trusts, Continuing Legal Education, Cryptocurrency

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Grady Palmer

[Webinar] Land Use and Permitting Utility Scale Solar Projects in Virginia - April 30th, 11:00am ET

As the number of solar projects has increased in Virginia, developers are confronting a more challenging environment in securing land use and zoning approval for their utility scale solar projects. Join Williams Mullen for our…more

Decommissioned Facilities, Energy Projects, Land Use Restrictions, Land-Use Permits, Operational Permits

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Rakesh Parikh

[Webinar] M&A Series: The Latest Trends in Middle-Market M&A - April 16th, 11:00 am - 11:15 am EDT

Please join Williams Mullen attorneys Jon Bliley and Rakesh Parikh as they discuss the latest trends in middle-market M&A, touching on several topics, including rep & warranty insurance and indemnification…more

Acquisition Agreements, Acquisitions, Buyers, Indemnification, Merger Agreements

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John Paris, Jr.

[Webinar] Ideas for Businesses to Navigate Economic Uncertainty - October 25th, 8:30 am - 11:00 am ET

...join us for Ideas for Businesses to Navigate Economic Uncertainty, a webinar comprised of brief - only 15 minutes each! - presentations tailored to meet the needs of senior executives and leaders of in-house legal…more

Business Litigation, Capital Raising, Economic Downturn, Employee Incentive Plans, Employee Retention

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Laurence Parker, Jr.

[Webinar] M&A Series: The Proxy Solicitation Process in Public Company M&A - June 20th, 11:00 am - 11:30 am EDT

Please join Williams Mullen partners Larry Parker and Will Halliday as they discuss the proxy solicitation process in public company M&A. Companies with a class of securities registered under the Securities Exchange Act of…more

Acquisitions, Mergers, Proxy Solicitations, Publicly-Traded Companies, Securities Exchange Act of 1934

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Amish Patel

Williams Mullen's Comeback Plan: North Carolina’s COVID-19 Job Retention Program

Corporate attorney Amish Patel summarizes N.C. House Bill 1023, which created the COVID-19 Job Retention Program and provides a high-level overview of major economic development incentives in North Carolina…more

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Economic Development, Employee Retention, Hiring & Firing, Incentives

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Robert Perrow

Dominion’s Proposed Renewable Energy Tariffs are Denied by Virginia State Corporation Commission

On May 7, 2018, the Virginia State Corporation Commission (the “Commission”) issued a Final Order (the “Order”) denying the request of Virginia Electric and Power Company (“Dominion”) for approval of six renewable energy tariffs…more

Electricity, Public Utility, Renewable Energy, Tariffs, Utility Rates

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Christine Nguyen Piersall

[Event] 15th Annual Fiduciary Focus - February 23rd, Richmond, VA

Join us for our 15th Annual Fiduciary Focus! Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Topics Include: - Recent Developments in Wealth Planning - Using Trustee Investment Statements - Strategies to Avoid Fiduciary…more

Continuing Legal Education, Events, Fiduciary, Financial Planning, Investment Management

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Caitlin Poe

[Webinar] 2024 North Carolina CLE Institute - February 9th, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm ET

Join us for the 2024 North Carolina CLE Institute, Hosted by Williams Mullen, a virtual legal education program designed to provide timely legal guidance and help you to secure your CLE credits…more

Artificial Intelligence, Commercial Leases, Commercial Property Owners, Commercial Tenants, Continuing Legal Education

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Henry "Speaker" Pollard, V

EPA Adds Seven PFAS Chemical Compounds to the Toxic Release Inventory

In a final rule published on May 17, 2024, and to become effective June 17, 2024, EPA has added seven per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to the list of chemicals subject to toxic chemical release reporting under the…more

Emergency Management Plans, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), EPCRA, Final Rules, Hazardous Substances

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Kevin Pomfret

AI Law in the Commonwealth of Virginia - Recent Developments

In this video alert, Dave Albo and Kevin Pomfret review bills discussed in the General Assembly concerning artificial intelligence (AI), the results from the recently concluded legislative session and the executive order issued…more

Artificial Intelligence, Legislative Agendas, Machine Learning, Regulatory Agenda, State and Local Government

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Amy Pruett

PODCAST: Williams Mullen's Trending Now: An IP Podcast - NCAA Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Update – Recent Lawsuits

In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Amy Pruett and Edward White discuss the status of the NCAA Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Policies, current challenges and recommendations for enforcement…more

Intellectual Property Protection, Name and Likeness, NCAA, Student Athletes

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Nicole Pugar Lawter

2024 Virginia General Assembly New Alcoholic Beverage Control and Tobacco/Vape Laws

The Virginia General Assembly concluded its 2024 legislative session in March which included changes to Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) law and some changes to tobacco, vaping and electronic cigarette regulation. These changes…more

501(c)(3), Advertising, Alcohol Beverage Control, Entertainment Venues, Exemptions

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Marc Purintun

[Hybrid Event] 2024 Benefits Forum: Celebrating 50 Years of ERISA - September 12th, Richmond, VA

Join us as we commemorate ERISA’s 50th anniversary and review the past, present and future of this pivotal legislation. This hybrid event offers two options for attendance: in-person or webinar. Both options will have an…more

Best Practices, Continuing Legal Education, Disclosure Requirements, Documentation, Employee Benefits

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William Reach

Taking Steps to Apply for Small, Women-Owned, or Minority-Owned (SWaM) Certification in Virginia? Consider these Factors ...

Obtaining SWaM certification in Virginia enables businesses to bid on local and state contracts that are set aside for small, women-owned, and minority-owned businesses. The Commonwealth of Virginia has committed to sourcing 42%…more

Certification Requirements, Minority-Owned Businesses, Set-Aside Contracts, Small Business, State Contractors

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Courtney Reigel

PODCAST: Williams Mullen's Trending Now: An IP Podcast - Artificial Intelligence: Impact on Creators, Writers, & Artists

In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Amy Pruett and Courtney Reigel focus on recent cases and related guidance regarding the use of training datasets for AI models and how the process is impacting creators, writers,…more

Artificial Intelligence, Authorship, Copyright, Innovative Technology, Intellectual Property Protection

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Cartwright Reilly

Virginia’s Tourism Development Financing Program Gains Steam Around the State

The unique financing alternative afforded to tourism project developers under Virginia Code Section 58.1-3851.1 creates exciting opportunities for growth in tourism and resort areas throughout the state. The expected development…more

Economic Development, Hospitality Industry, Project Finance, Public Financing, Real Estate Development

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Robert Riley

[Webinar] Renewable Energy Series: Site Control Issues and Real Estate Diligence for Renewable Energy Projects - June 6th, 11:00 am - 11:35 am ET

Developing successful renewable energy projects begin with selecting the right project site. Securing site control using well drafted real estate contracts and conducting thorough real estate diligence can help identify…more

Contract Drafting, Contract Negotiations, Due Diligence, Easements, Energy Projects

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Steve Romine

[Webinar] Land Use and Permitting Utility Scale Solar Projects in Virginia - April 30th, 11:00am ET

As the number of solar projects has increased in Virginia, developers are confronting a more challenging environment in securing land use and zoning approval for their utility scale solar projects. Join Williams Mullen for our…more

Decommissioned Facilities, Energy Projects, Land Use Restrictions, Land-Use Permits, Operational Permits

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Tyler Rosá

Summary of Key Renewable Energy Provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022

On August 16, 2022, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (Act) into law. The Act broadly addresses climate change, taxes, health care and inflation…more

Biden Administration, Clean Energy, Climate Change, Defense Production Act, Energy Projects

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Melissa Roy

Small Businesses, Big Opportunities – Recent SBA Expansion of the Mentor-Protégé Program

Effective August 24, 2016, the Small Business Administration (“SBA”) will fulfill the mandates of the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 and the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (“NDAA 2013”), which…more

Entrepreneurs, Federal Contractors, HUBZone, JOBS Act, Joint Venture

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Dr. David Saravitz

Biosimilar “Patent Dance” Does Not Permit Sidestepping of 180-Day Notice

On July 5, 2016, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (Federal Circuit) unanimously ruled in Amgen v. Apotex that biosimilar makers must provide brand-name rivals with a 180-day notice only after receipt of approval…more

Amgen, Apotex, Biosimilars, BPCIA, Commercial Marketing

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Edward Schenk III

“You’re Transferred!” Supreme Court Clarifies a Lower Standard for Discrimination Claims Based on Mandatory Job Transfers

On April 17, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court held that an employee need not show “significant” harm when pursuing a discrimination claim under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 when the claim is based on a mandatory job…more

Civil Rights Act, Employee Transfers, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Litigation, Muldrow v City of St Louis

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Micah Schwartz

Appellate Court Rules that NCAA Athletes May Qualify as Employees Under the Fair Labor Standards Act

On July 11, the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit (with appellate jurisdiction over federal courts in Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania) issued a decision in Johnson v. National Collegiate Athletic…more

Alston v NCAA, College Athletes, Colleges, Compensation, Employee Definition

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Lori Schweller

[Webinar] Renewable Energy Series: Land Use & Solar Permitting Considerations - April 13th, 11:00 am - 11:30 am EST

Since the passage of the Virginia Clean Economy Act (VCEA) in 2020, the number of solar and other energy projects has grown throughout Virginia. As a result, developers are now confronting a more challenging environment in…more

Conditional Use Permit, Energy Projects, Energy Sector, Land-Use Permits, Local Ordinance

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Ken Shevlin

[Webinar] M&A Webinar Series: Does the Corporate Transparency Act Apply to You? - April 18th, 11:00 am - 11:15 am ET

As many will be aware, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) goes into effect on January 1, 2024. For those that are not yet familiar with the CTA, get ready. It was enacted into law on January 1, 2021 as part of the Anti-Money…more

Acquisitions, Anti-Corruption, Anti-Money Laundering, Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act

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Andrew Shores

PODCAST: Williams Mullen's Trending Now: An IP Podcast - Five Popular Misconceptions about Patents

Inventors, executives, investors and others are often tripped up when contemplating patents and the rights they do and do not afford. On the latest episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Tom Bergert and Drew Shores discuss…more

Intellectual Property Protection, Inventors, Patent Applications, Patent Infringement, Patent Litigation

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Christopher Skinner

U.S. State Department Lifts ITAR Licensing Requirements for Australia and the UK Under the AUKUS Trilateral Security Partnership

In May, the US State Department’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) published its long-awaited rule amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to implement the AUKUS Trilateral Security Partnership…more

Australia, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Defense Sector, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

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Max So

Chevron Overruled - The Widespread Impact Might Just Surprise You

The Supreme Court overruled the 40-year-old Chevron doctrine of judicial deference given to administrative agency actions in an opinion released last week. On June 28, 2024, the court held that federal courts no longer must…more

Administrative Procedure Act, Chevron Deference, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Government Agencies, Loper Bright Enterprises v Raimondo

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Sarah Sonnenberg

North Carolina ABC Omnibus Bill 2024 Becomes Law

The North Carolina General Assembly passed the ABC Omnibus bill, Senate Bill 527, and it was signed into law by Governor Cooper on Monday, July 8, 2024. Most of the provisions of the bill go into effect immediately. The bill…more

Alcohol Beverage Control, Beer, Distilleries, Governor Cooper, New Legislation

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Aaron Spencer

[Event] FIC 2022: Firearms Industry Conference - April 25th - 27th, Atlanta, GA

Williams Mullen’s Firearms Industry Group and Orchid are excited to announce open registration for the revamped 2022 Firearms Industry Conference (FIC), to be held in Atlanta this April. All Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs) are…more

Ammunition, Events, Firearm Transportation, Firearms, Gun Laws

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Sean Sullivan

Carolinas Environmental Legislative Update

Both the North and South Carolina legislatures have recently adopted statutes affecting environmental issues in their respective states. This update highlights the most significant developments in North and South Carolina…more

Administrative Procedure Act, Air Pollution, Boiler MACT Rule, Brownfield Properties, Certification Requirements

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John Tamasitis

Assessing and Mitigating Legal Risk: Emerging Trends and Challenges to the PLCAA

Recent developments may cause firearms manufacturers to reevaluate their business and marketing practices to lessen their legal exposure. As we wrote previously, the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) provides…more

Advertising, Civil Liability, Firearms, First Amendment, Free Speech

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J. Forbes Thompson

Williams Mullen's COVID-19 Comeback Plan: Part I - How Banks Think About Loan Defaults: Lessons for Borrowers in Troubled Times

In this first installment of our video series aimed at helping borrowers in uncertain times, Matt Cheek, chair of Williams Mullen’s Financial Services Industry Group, and Mike Mueller, chair of our Restructuring, Bankruptcy and…more

Banking Sector, Banks, Borrowers, Commercial Loans, Default

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Patrick Tomlinson

Corporate Transparency Act: Summary of Key Aspects of the Final Rule

As previously reported, on September 30, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued the final rule to implement the beneficial ownership reporting requirements of the Corporate…more

Anti-Money Laundering, Beneficial Owner, Compliance, Corporate Transparency Act, Domestic Corporations

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Ryan Trail

Carolinas Environmental Legislative Update

Both the North and South Carolina legislatures have recently adopted statutes affecting environmental issues in their respective states. This update highlights the most significant developments in North and South Carolina…more

Administrative Procedure Act, Air Pollution, Boiler MACT Rule, Brownfield Properties, Certification Requirements

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William Truban, III

Raising the FLSA Exemption Bar: More Workers Will Be Eligible For Overtime

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published its Final Rule on April 23, 2024, updating the minimum salary threshold for exemption from overtime payment obligations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The Rule created a…more

Compliance, Department of Labor (DOL), Employer Liability Issues, Exempt-Employees, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

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Edward (Ned) Turnbull

[Webinar] M&A Webinar Series - A Rapidly Changing M&A Market: Current Trends and Deal Points - July 20th, 11:00 am - 11:15 am EST

In just one year, we’ve seen one of the fastest M&A cycles to date. We went from limited activity in late March 2020 to a buyer-friendly market by early summer before trending to seller-friendly by the fourth quarter. Join…more

Acquisitions, Buyers, Mergers, Sellers, Webinars

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Robert Van Arnam

Patent Litigation Update 2024

While the number of filed patent cases is down, it is still the most prevalent type of IP claim. In 2023, there were 3,111 patent cases filed, following a downward trend since 2021, with the Western District of Texas still the…more

Design Patent, Intellectual Property Protection, Obviousness, Patent Litigation, Patent Trial and Appeal Board

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Thomas Voekler

PODCAST: Williams Mullen's Raising Capital 101: A Securities Podcast - Why Raise Capital?

On this episode of Raising Capital 101, host Tom Voekler is joined by special guest, Mike Beville of Beville Properties and colleagues Rhys James and John Watson to discuss reasons why you may want to raise capital or funds for…more

Business Development, Capital Formation, Capital Raising, Corporate Financing, Early Stage Companies

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Valerie Wagner Long

Back to Business: Land Use Matters & Public Hearings in Virginia

While the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the real estate development industry remains unclear, state government leaders in Virginia took important action this week to allow local public bodies to review and act upon land use…more

Construction Project, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Executive Orders, Governor Northam, Public Hearing

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Lauren Waller

Defeating Class Certification: Halliburton II Ruling Impacts Securities Class Action Issues

In its June 23, 2014 opinion in Halliburton Co. v. Erica P. John Fund, Inc. (“Halliburton II”), the United States Supreme Court addressed two securities class action issues: 1. It affirmed the validity of the…more

Basic v Levinson, Class Action, Class Certification, Fraud, Fraud-on-the-Market

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Ethan Ware

EPA Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards Lapse

It has now been more than six months since Congress allowed the statutory authority for the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program (6 CFR Part 27) to expire on July 28, 2023. EPA recently advised all Chemical…more

CFATS, Cybersecurity, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Homeland Security Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Popular

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Amanda Weaver

Top 10 Employment Compliance Pitfalls for Emerging Companies

Whether you are a founder or a manager, growing a company from scratch is an exciting process. For most companies, this process will involve the hiring and management of employees at a rapid pace…more

Civil Rights Act, Compliance, Emerging Growth Companies, Employee Handbooks, Employment Contract

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Camden Webb

“The Unfair and Deceptive Conduct is Coming from Inside the House!” An Overlooked Limit to Section 75-1.1 Liability

North Carolina litigants commonly assert claims under the Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices Act. But the tantalizing prospect of being awarded treble damages and attorneys’ fees can blind attorneys to the statute’s threshold…more

Business Court, Misappropriation, Unfair or Deceptive Trade Practices, Willful Misconduct

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Edward White

PODCAST: Williams Mullen's Trending Now: An IP Podcast - NCAA Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Update – Recent Lawsuits

In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Amy Pruett and Edward White discuss the status of the NCAA Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Policies, current challenges and recommendations for enforcement…more

Intellectual Property Protection, Name and Likeness, NCAA, Student Athletes

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Trevor Wind

[Webinar] M&A Webinar Series: Key Considerations for Insurance Brokerage Transactions - April 19th, 11:00 am - 11:15 am EST

Insurance brokerage deals surged in Q4 2021 and have continued to remain at peak levels throughout Q1 2022. Our team at Williams Mullen handled more than 50 of these transactions in the past two years alone, and, in doing so,…more

Acquisitions, Buyers, Due Diligence, Indemnification, Insurance Brokers

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Laura Windsor

PODCAST: Williams Mullen's Benefits Companion - Employment Law Edition: The Latest on Non-Competes and Independent Contractors

On this episode of Williams Mullen's Benefits Companion, host Brydon DeWitt is joined by Laura Windsor, chair of Williams Mullen’s Labor, Employment and Immigration Section, who discusses two hot issues: non-competes and…more

Employer Liability Issues, Employment Contract, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Hiring & Firing, Independent Contractors

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Kyle Wingfield

2023 Developments in Virginia Taxation

A Summary Review of Tax Legislation, Court Decisions, Opinions of the Attorney General and Published Rulings of the Tax Commissioner Published from January 1, 2023 through November 10, 2023…more

Corporate Taxes, Income Taxes, Pass-Through Entities, Personal Property Tax, Property Tax

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Killian Wyatt

“The Unfair and Deceptive Conduct is Coming from Inside the House!” An Overlooked Limit to Section 75-1.1 Liability

North Carolina litigants commonly assert claims under the Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices Act. But the tantalizing prospect of being awarded treble damages and attorneys’ fees can blind attorneys to the statute’s threshold…more

Business Court, Misappropriation, Unfair or Deceptive Trade Practices, Willful Misconduct

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Rick Zechini

North Carolina ABC Omnibus Bill 2024 Becomes Law

The North Carolina General Assembly passed the ABC Omnibus bill, Senate Bill 527, and it was signed into law by Governor Cooper on Monday, July 8, 2024. Most of the provisions of the bill go into effect immediately. The bill…more

Alcohol Beverage Control, Beer, Distilleries, Governor Cooper, New Legislation

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Xiang "Cathy" Zhang

SEC Expands the Definition of Accredited Investor

On August 26, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) adopted amendments to Rule 501(a) of Regulation D promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), to add additional…more

Accredited Investors, Amended Rules, Final Rules, Publicly-Traded Companies, Regulation D

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