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Non-Compete Agreements and Their Future

Non-compete agreements are one of the most controversial types of employment agreements. To some, they are legitimate mechanisms for employers to safeguard their talent. To others, they are manifestly unfair threats to...
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A Guide to Virginia Wage and Hour Laws

The overwhelming majority of people who work do so for the purpose of being paid. While having a rewarding career and making enough money to support oneself are not mutually exclusive, wages are what keep most employees...
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Federal Employees: Can You Be Fired Without Warning?

It is commonly said that it is very difficult for government employees to be fired. While there are many misconceptions about the law in the popular imagination, this is not one of them, at least for federal employees. This...
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A Guide to Age Discrimination Cases in Virginia

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that the number of people aged 75 and older in the labor force will nearly double by 2030, while the labor force participation rate for people aged 16 and older will decline. While age...
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What You Need to Know About Virginia’s Employment Laws

Employment law touches almost everyone’s life — at least for the vast majority of Americans who work for a living. With some studies estimating that the average American spends about one-third of his or her life at work,...
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