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VA criticized for lax highway safety laws, yet fatalities continue to decline
Authored by Donald S. Culkin. According to an advocacy group known as the Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, Virginia is among the nine worst states for highway safety laws. Even so, Virginia continues to see fewer and fewer traffic…
Loudoun Cares headquarters approved by BAR
The construction plans for the renovation of Loudoun Cares' new building have been approved by Leesburg's Board of Architectural Review (BAR). The Leesburg Today newspaper noted "The approvals received by the BAR pave the way for additions and alterations to…
Peter re-elected to chair the Virginia Racing Commission
VRC Chairman Peter Burnett and his daughter Ellie at the 2009 Virginia Derby. On January 20, 2010 Peter Burnett was unanimously re-elected as Chairman of the Virginia Racing Commission. The VRC is a regulatory agency tasked with ensuring the integrity…
Field of Dreams becomes Reality
On January 13, 2010 the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors appropriated $300,000 to be used for site improvements to the "Field of Dreams" at the Watkins annex school site. We certainly appreciate this sum of money in these challenging times.…
Peter receives top peer rating from Martindale-Hubbell
Martindale-Hubbell is one of the legal industry's most respected listing of attorneys. Peter Burnett has received an "AV Preeminent 5 out of 5.0" peer review rating for legal ability and ethical standards. Visit his Martindale.com profile here
B&W introduces the musicians & partners of the Jingle Jam
Burnett & Williams is a long time supporter of Loudoun Cares' mission: To improve the quality of life of Loudoun County residents and the collective efficiency of its nonprofits by building an infrastructure of shared resources and collaborative programs.
Field of Dreams Update 12.09
Great news about the Field of Dreams. The site plan review process for the Watkins Annex improvements is officially underway. The discussion at the preliminary site review meeting indicated no serious problems and minor concerns can be addressed in the…
Peter Burnett named Virginia Super Lawyer 2009
Peter is listed as one of the top attorneys in Virginia. He has been honored with this designation in 2006, 2007, and 2008. Learn more by visiting his profile Peter C. Burnett online at visit superlawyers.com