News, Events, Seminars & Articles by Gentry Locke Attorneys

Scott Austin Speaks at the ABA Section of Litigation Food Supplements Annual Workshop

News June 2014

Gentry Locke attorney Scott Austin was a speaker at the ABA Food & Supplements conference in Wayzata, Minnesota. He and his panel dealt with the Ethical Issues Arising from Governmental Investigations and Potential Criminal Charges Under the Park Doctrine. With the increased scrutiny of food companies, potential criminal sanctions have become a reality. This panel reviewed the implications of the Park Doctrine for food and supplement companies and discuss the ethical issues that arise for counsel handling those investigations. Additional panelists included: Jerry Wilhelm U.S. Attorney’s Office, Minneapolis, MN Jan M. Conlin Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi LLP, Minneapolis, MN

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Construction Contract Basics: What Every Owner, Contractor and Design Professional Needs to Know

Events June 2014

Gentry Locke Lynchburg attorney Hershel Keller presented on the subject of construction contract basics to owners, contractors, and design professionals on June 3, 2014.

How Much Is Enough?

Articles May 2014

If you were catastrophically injured or killed in a motor vehicle accident tomorrow, how much money would it take to replace your economic value to your family? How much uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage do you have? How much would it cost to protect your family? These are questions that very few people ask themselves. However, every day, people are catastrophically injured or killed in motor vehicle accidents and all too often there is little to no insurance to cover their losses. This is a tragedy. Just as tragic is the fact that it’s completely preventable and surprisingly inexpensive to […]

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What You Need to Know About Nonsuits

Articles May 2014

In both the Virginia state courts and in federal court, plaintiffs possess the ability to voluntarily dismiss some or all of their claims in a way that does not reach the merits of action, and does not bar the refiling of the same claims later. But it can be complicated, and it can be dangerous. The “dismissing” part is easy enough; the trick comes in making sure you can “un dismiss” later. This article will give an overview of the process and identify some of the hidden dangers. Where is the Law? In Virginia, nonsuits are governed by Va. Code […]

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Client Awarded Over $387,000 for Surgical Injury

Case Studies May 2014

The results of client matters depend on a variety of factors unique to each matter. Past successes do not predict or guarantee future successes.

Gentry Locke for the Plaintiff. Tazewell County Circuit Court Our client underwent a hysterectomy performed by an OB/GYN in July 2008 which resulted in a vesico-vaginal fistula. This caused her to continuously leak urine. The same OB/GYN who performed the hysterectomy tried to correct the fistula surgically, but the surgery failed due to improper technique and not having the appropriate specialist assist with the surgery. Our client leaked urine constantly for the next 6 months until a urologist repaired the fistula. Our client filed suit against the OB/GYN and her professional corporation. The jury deliberated for approximately one hour before returning a verdict for our […]

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Assessing the Assessor: Practical Points for Defending a Real Estate Tax Assessment Case

Articles May 2014

This article, written by Gentry Locke Partner Gregory J. Haley and attorney Walter C. Erwin, III, was published in the Journal of Local Government Law, Vol. XXIV, No. 3 (Winter 2014), a publication of the Local Government Section of the Virginia State Bar. Real estate tax assessment cases are a fixture for local government attorneys and most localities can anticipate a significant case every few years. Many of these cases go to trial because they are difficult to settle. This article offers practical points for defending a tax assessment case. We hope this article will be helpful to LGAs for […]

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Virginia Company Prevails in Hard-Fought Labor Arbitration Case

Case Studies May 2014

The results of client matters depend on a variety of factors unique to each matter. Past successes do not predict or guarantee future successes.

Gentry Locke for the Company/Defendant. Federal Court in Roanoke, followed by Arbitration Team Carriers, a company based in Covington, Virginia, has prevailed in a labor arbitration case filed against it by the United Steelworkers Union (USW). The litigation began with the USW filing a Complaint in Federal Court in Roanoke. The Court issued a partial preliminary injunction that enjoined the Company from taking certain action until an arbitrator ruled on a grievance filed by the USW against the Company. After the Court announced its preliminary ruling, the USW issued a national press release accusing the Company of “failing to live […]

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David Paxton Chairs Two Well-attended CLE Events

News May 2014

Employment & Labor Law team leader David Paxton recently chaired the Virginia CLE’s 23rd Annual Employment Law Update programs in Richmond (May 8) and in Fairfax (May 15). This program, which drew over 180 attendees at the two locations, is one of the oldest and best attended seminars on labor and employment law in Virginia. In addition to annual survey updates of new case decisions, the topics covered by the various panels included: Trade Secrets and Lessons learned from DuPont v Kolon Industries ENDA or not The Evolving Role of Gender in the Workplace Constant Headache – Managing Sick and Injured Workers […]

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Managing Partner Monday Quoted in Virginia Bar Association Magazine

News May 2014

Gentry Locke Managing Partner Monica Monday was quoted in an article entitled “Business Development Through the VBA” in the Spring, 2014 issue published by The Virginia Bar Association. The article highlights the benefits attorneys find through use of the organization’s networking and professional development opportunities. Here is an excerpt of the article, which was written by Jody Taylor: A culture of collegiality also helps VBA members find the expertise they need as they prepare for cases. Monica Taylor Monday, managing partner at Gentry Locke Rakes & Moore in Roanoke, serves on the VBA’s Appellate Practice Section Council and touts the […]

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Environment Partner Charlie Williams Hired by City of Danville for Coal Ash Spill Negotiations

News May 2014

According to an article published on May 8th, 2014 by the Danville Register & Bee, Gentry Locke Partner Charlie Williams has been retained to serve as primary negotiator for the City of Danville following the coal ash spill that polluted the Dan River on February 2, 2014. Williams, who joined Gentry Locke in 1970, is a Senior Partner who heads the firm’s Environmental Law practice group. His work includes advising corporate and municipal clients in the areas of environmental compliance, including enforcement and environmental tort litigation. He has extensive experience in contaminated land renewal and the management of environmental aspects of mergers […]

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