Insights
Summons in Fairfax County Circuit Court
Being served with a summons for a civil lawsuit in Fairfax County Circuit Court can be overwhelming. Whether it’s a personal injury claim, contract dispute, or another legal issue, the way you respond can significantly impact the outcome of your case. Here’s a...
Virginia Board of Nursing Investigation
In early 2023, the Federal Bureau of Investigations (“FBI”) announced a large-scale fraudulent nursing diploma scheme in Florida based nursing schools. The investigation has become known as “Operation Nightingale.” Operation Nightingale was launched to uncover...
Trade Secrets Protection Plan for Employers
In today's highly competitive business landscape across Virginia and Washington, DC, intellectual property (IP) has become one of the most valuable assets for employers across various industries. Among the different forms of IP, trade secrets hold a particularly...
Employee Theft and Legal Remedies
Understanding Employee Theft in Virginia In the realm of Virginia business operations, few issues are as insidious and damaging as employee theft. Employee theft is a betrayal of trust that not only impacts the financial health of a company but also undermines its...
Strike 3 Holdings Subpoena in a Virginia District Court
Strike 3 Holdings, LLC is a company that owns the copyrights to many pornographic films. When an individual downloads these films, often through the use of BitTorrent, they potentially violate the copyrights of Strike 3 holdings. Strike 3 finds these users through...
Trademark Application Process
Applying for a trademark might seem daunting, but breaking it down into manageable steps can make the process clearer. While this Insight provides a quick primer on the trademark process, contact our Corporate Practice Group for specific questions related to your...
FTC Bans Fake Online Reviews
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a final rule that bans "fake reviews and testimonials by prohibiting their sale or purchase and allow the agency to seek civil penalties against knowing violators." This includes reviews created using AI technology and...
Eastern District of Virginia (EDVA) Local Counsel
Our federal civil litigation practice group routinely serve as local counsel for matters located in the Eastern District of Virginia, commonly known as the “EDVA” or “Rocket Docket.” The Rocket Docket is known for being the fastest-paced federal court in the country,...
