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Binding arbitration clauses are standard boilerplate language in many Virginia contracts. Unfortunately, most people skip over them. Some figure that they have no choice but to agree to the clause, while others assume arbitration will provide a fair, low-cost option for resolving a dispute.  These assumptions often prove incorrect. Arbitration proceedings can work to your disadvantage, so there are situations where it makes sense to negotiate to have a binding arbitration clause revised or removed.  But what if it’s too late and you’ve already signed a binding arbitration clause? How binding is it? An Alexandria business dispute attorney reviews statutory […]

Being suspended or expelled after a Title IX campus disciplinary proceeding can be devastating in both the short term and the long term. If you are facing disciplinary proceedings that have not yet concluded, you owe it to yourself to present the best defense you can.  If the disciplinary board has already issued a judgment against you, it is important to take a strategic approach to your immediate actions as you pursue longer-term goals. In either situation, assistance from an experienced Title IX defense attorney could help you reach a positive outcome after your ordeal.  Be Certain that You Have […]

Students accused of sexual misconduct that could constitute a Title 9 violation often wonder if they have to worry if they attend a private school. After all, Title IX applies to educational programs that receive federal funding, like public universities.  Although Title IX contains exemptions for some programs, most private colleges are required to follow Title IX regulations. That means anyone accused of a Title IX violation should talk to a Title 9 lawyer to find out how to protect their rights even if the allegations involve a private college or university. How Private is a Private School? Private colleges […]

While homeowners often complain about the difficulty of getting their insurers to pay claims, businesses sometimes fare even worse in the claims department. Insurance costs represent a sizable chunk of cash for every business and nonprofit organization in Virginia. Yet when they file a claim, or someone files a claim against them, many insurers drag their heels and either deny claims or refuse to act on them in a timely fashion.  Bad faith insurance litigation is sometimes the only way to get results. Companies mired in an insurance dispute would do well to consult an Alexandria business attorney to review […]