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Virginia is the First State to Pass Coronavirus Worker Protections
Virginia is leading the nation in protecting its workers during the coronavirus pandemic. Last week Virginia became the first state in the nation to pass rules requiring employers to protect workers during the coronavirus pandemic. Here at Burnett & Williams…
Virginia DMV Re-opens some locations
It just got a little bit easier to do your DMV business. If coronavirus closures have made it difficult for you to register your car or schedule a road test, we have some good news for you: three more DMV…
Can Social Media Affect My Case?
Remember, nothing you do online is truly private, so always be mindful when you post. These days, many of us are in one way or another involved in social media — through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or the host of other…
Virginia Special Olympics Loudoun County Games
Peter Burnett and Jonathan Slater talk with Bruce Gemmill of Main Street Bank about bringing the Special Olympics to Northern Virginia. Earlier this year, Peter Burnett and Jonathan Slater sat down to chat with Bruce Gemmill, Senior Vice President and…
Becoming a United States Citizen
Our colleague David was recently sworn in as a US citizen — congratulations, David! As some of you may know, our colleague David (who works as a paralegal and business manager in our Midlothian office) is from Scotland. We are…
Are You Protected Against Uninsured and Underinsured Drivers?
Making sure your insurance policy includes UM/UIM coverage is a wise financial decision. Auto insurance isn’t something most of us think much about after we initially sign on to a plan, but it might be worth your while to take…
Police Injury Lawsuits
When people get injured during law enforcement, it is unjust and expensive on many levels. With so much focus recently on issues of fair and just policing practices, one aspect of the discussion that has received less attention is the…
Does Staying Home Mean Fewer Accidents?
You’d think fewer cars would necessarily mean safer roads, but the reality is a bit more complicated. With many states still experiencing stay-at-home orders, you might think that fewer people out driving would mean safer roads, but in reality the…