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There are many circumstances to consider when moving to another state or country. To name a few, marriage, schools, childcare issues, connection with extended families, and new job or business opportunities, are all important life decisions to consider.  However, the decision becomes more complicated when the moving party is a child’s custodial parent.  The move may substantially impact the child’s relationship with the other parent, mainly due to the physical...
Residential solar power generation has increased dramatically in Virginia over the past several years. Solar panels are an attractive upgrade for homeowners looking to save on their energy bills, help the environment, or both, but many are unaware that installing solar panels can create a lien on their property. Homeowners interested in installing solar panels should make sure to talk with a real estate attorney before doing so. Benefits of Solar Panels Solar...
When an injured worker asserts that she suffered a workplace accident, that business must consider several items in its initial investigation of the claim.  Time is of the essence when the business is conducting this investigation, not only to preserve evidence but also to determine whether it could be a viable claim.  It is important for an employer to create a timeline of the alleged accident and the events that occur involving the injured worker thereafter.   At...
New Possibility for Successor Liability Claims Creditors are occasionally faced with a scenario where the debtor which owes the money has shut down its business and transferred all of its assets to a third party, leaving the debtor judgment proof. Virginia provides creditors with the opportunity to unwind certain transactions under its fraudulent and voluntary conveyance statues; if the creditor is successful, the assets are returned to the debtor and the creditor...
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