Jun 21, 2022 | Real Estate, Land Use & Construction Law
Many contractors considering projects in the Commonwealth, particularly those that primarily operate in Maryland and the District of Columbia, are surprised to learn how strict the licensing requirements are here in Virginia and that reciprocity often does not apply....
Jun 16, 2022 | Real Estate, Land Use & Construction Law
If you are considering buying a condominium or townhouse in the near future, make sure you perform your due diligence by reviewing the finances of the condominium or homeowners association, paying close attention to outstanding maintenance and repair issues. Under new...
Jun 16, 2022 | Real Estate, Land Use & Construction Law
Sometime later this summer, Arlington County is expected to release its Preliminary Concept Plan (“PCP”) for the Langston Boulevard Area Plan (“Plan Langston”). The long percolating plan has gone through one name change; obtained a host of community feedback...
Jun 13, 2022 | Real Estate, Land Use & Construction Law
The use of land in Fairfax County is governed by the Zoning Ordinance and the Comprehensive Plan. Last year, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved a new Zoning Ordinance. This year, the Board of Supervisors is turning its attention to the Comprehensive...
Apr 1, 2021 | Employment Law, Real Estate, Land Use & Construction Law
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) continues to focus considerable enforcement attention on when employees must be paid for travel time between home and their office or worksite under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Construction and building trades companies...
Mar 23, 2021 | Employment Law, Real Estate, Land Use & Construction Law
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes requirements regarding the compensation of employees working in the private sector and in federal, state, and local government positions. To protect employees, the FLSA also prohibits retaliation by employers against...
