Our administrative law attorneys specialize in managing the relationships between individuals, businesses, and government agencies. We assist clients in navigating and resolving legal matters related to administrative regulations, licensing, permits, and government...
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Sometimes legal disputes or rulings at the trial level are decided incorrectly and result in decisions adverse to our clients. Those disputes or rulings should not go unchecked, and virtually every jurisdiction has some procedure for appealing those decisions...
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Navigating the complex bankruptcy process requires a comprehensive understanding of both federal and state laws. While debtors often seek the assistance of bankruptcy lawyers, it is equally important for creditors to have their own legal representation...
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At Setliff Law, we provide comprehensive legal support throughout the entire life cycle of a business—from formation to growth, operations, and dispute resolution....
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The landlord/tenant relationship and American jurisprudence in the area of rental property dates back to feudal times in England. This long history has created a unique and often complicated interplay between contract law, property law and business strategy...
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Commercial litigation is a broad term encompassing any type of litigation or controversy related to business matters. These disputes can range from relatively simple, straightforward issues to highly complex cases...
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Commercial and residential construction defect lawsuits typically involve a breach of contract and involve many parties, including the property owner, general contractor, subcontractors, architect, and other professionals. Typically, physical loss or damage...
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Do you want to move people or property in Virginia? You’ll need a motor carrier permit from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Have you lost an operating permit and want to contest the agency’s action? Maybe you received a citation from DMV and want...
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In 1908, before most states enacted modern workers’ compensation schemes, the United States Congress enacted the Federal Employers Liability Act (“FELA”), 45 U.S.C. §§ 51-59, which reduced the burden imposed upon railroad workers in suits against...
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The Federal Rail Safety Act, 49 U.S.C. Section 20109, enacted in 2007, prohibits railroads from disciplining, discharging or taking other adverse action against an employee who engages in certain “protected activity.” Protected Activity includes: notifying...
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At the foundation of any hospitality-based business is the goal of welcoming and treating guests and customers in a warm, yet professional manner. That might sound simplistic in view of the complex path a hospitality business sometimes travels in reaching...
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Intellectual property rights reward and protect innovation and facilitate commerce. These legal principles are so important that the framers of the Constitution gave Congress the power to “promote the Progress of Science and useful Arts, by securing for...
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Representation for Insurers— As every insurance professional knows, policy language that appears clear in the vacuum of an insurance contract may sometimes become less than clear when applied to the facts of a claim. Complicating matters, every state takes...
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A phrase an employment lawyer in Virginia often hears in advising his or her clients is: “Virginia is an employment-at-will state” – meaning that the employer thinks he has the right to fire anyone at anytime for any reason. If that is your understanding...
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Our Legislative Strategy Practice helps clients understand, anticipate, and strategically respond to legislative developments that affect their operations and interests. While we do not engage in lobbying, we provide sophisticated legal and policy insight...
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Take a look at new filings in any courthouse in the country and you’ll notice one of the most frequently filed types of cases involves premises liability. The attorneys at Setliff Law have extensive experience representing clients accused of causing injury...
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In an era where data drives every business, protecting that information—and the trust behind it—is essential. Our Privacy, Data Security, and Technology Practice helps companies navigate the complex intersection of law, innovation, and risk management...
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No matter how much time, money and innovation is put into designing and manufacturing a product, the unfortunate can occur and that product can become the subject of a lawsuit. Companies can expend considerable time, effort and resources in designing safety...
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Science and Technology law represents the nexus between several otherwise distinct practice areas, including Intellectual Property, Privacy, Speech and Defamation, Communications, and Commercial law. Your patent may be infringed or alleged to infringe from...
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The Surface Transportation Assistance Act, 49 U.S.C. Section 31105, prohibits employers in the transportation industry from disciplining, discharging or taking other adverse action against a driver who engages in certain “protected activity.” Protected Activity...
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Traffic violations can range from failure to yield to reckless driving and can carry consequences such as a simple fine to possible jail time. No matter the severity of the violation, it is wise to discuss the matter with an attorney rather than simply paying...
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Our trucking and transportation attorneys have extensive experience in defending trucking companies in complex litigation including freight and property claims, commercial litigation, regulatory compliance, labor and employment, catastrophic personal injury...
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When employers are faced with evaluating and, in appropriate instances, challenging claims for workers’ compensation, it is important to have the support of a legal team with expertise and experience in defending such claims. At Setliff Law, we handle all...
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