News, Events, Seminars & Articles by Gentry Locke Attorneys

What are Some Effective Defenses to Delay Claims?

Articles February 2014

As I was watching the Super Bowl last night, it occurred to me that defense matters. Just ask Peyton Manning. So, if you are a lawyer representing an owner or a general contractor who has been sued for a delay claim, then there are some ‘low-hanging fruit’ easy defenses that might apply to your case. A thorough Virginia construction lawyer should always check to see whether any of the following applies to their case: Lack of Proper Notice. The contractor or subcontractor failed to give timely notice of the delay claim as required by the contract or Virginia law. Although […]

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Reality Hits: The Temporarily Impaired can be “Disabled” under the ADA

Articles January 2014

When Congress passed amendments to the Americans with Disabilities Act in 2008 (“ADAAA”), it was reacting, in part, to a series of Supreme Court decisions. One of those decisions, Toyota Motors Manufacturing, Kentucky Inc. v. Williams (2002), adopted a strict construction of the term “disability,” and ruled that a “temporary impairment” could not qualify as a disability. Many lower courts applied Toyota Motors to mean that an impairment that did not last for more than 12 months did not qualify as a “disability.” In amending the ADA, Congress made clear it was overruling Toyota Motors and made it clear that […]

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Gentry Locke Again Wins United Way Campaign Awards

News January 2014

In 2013, Gentry Locke’s United Way Campaign resulted in the Firm being awarded three distinctions. The firm was the only law firm to be awarded these three awards: Campaign Achievement Award Campaigns with at least 50% employee participation and increased donation over the previous year’s campaign Platinum Award Presented to organizations with employee per capita giving of $365 or more, or a $1 per day Leadership Giving Campaign Award Recognizing outstanding individual giving Gentry Locke’s assertive and productive team of campaign leaders was headed by Co-chairs Ben Byrd and Kevin Holt. They were assisted by Librarian Charlie Nelson, staff services aces Lisa Wimmer, Betty […]

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David Paxton Selected a Fellow of the Virginia Law Foundation

News January 2014

The Virginia Law Foundation will induct Gentry Locke Partner W. David Paxton as a Fellow. According to Monica Monday, Managing Partner of Gentry Locke Rakes & Moore and a 2011 inductee, “This is a high professional honor. Fellows are Virginia lawyers of integrity and character who are outstanding in their profession and in their communities, and are some of the most respected lawyers in Virginia. David is very deserving of this honor and it is nice to know that he has been recognized for the qualities that we see every day.” Paxton advises and represents businesses, business owners, and executives in the areas of labor […]

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Five Steps Virginia Employers Should Take to Help Avoid Whistleblower or Retaliation Claims

Articles January 2014

This article, written by Gentry Locke Partner Todd Leeson, was published in “Virginia Human Resources Today” magazine (Winter/Spring 2004). Read the formatted PDF. Todd will also be presenting on hot topics in employment law, and on recent trends at the NLRB at Gentry Locke’s 2014 Labor & Employment Law Symposium. Employees are filing record numbers of retaliation and whistleblower claims. This short article provides some recommendations to employers to minimize their legal risks. First, here are some facts. For the fourth consecutive year, retaliation claims are the leading category of charges filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). In […]

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JUST THE FACTS: Register for our Employment Law Symposia

News January 2014

Registration and online payment options are now open for Gentry Locke’s annual Labor & Employment Law Symposia. Two events, one in Lynchburg and one in Roanoke, will provide important information for business owners and human resource professionals to ensure their companies utilize best practices and comply with changing state and federal laws. Register today at these links: Lynchburg Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at the Craddock Terry Hotel and Event Center Roanoke Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at the Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center The per attendee rate of $175 includes parking, complimentary continental breakfast and lunch, and all materials. Register by January 31, […]

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Hot Topics in Employment Law: What HR Professionals Need to Know for 2014

Events December 2013

On Tuesday, January 28, Todd Leeson, Gentry Locke Partner who is the Virginia State SHRM Legislative Director, will provide his insights to the changes in the laws and how they will directly affect the workplace to members. To register, click here.

What Causes Claims on Construction Projects?

Articles December 2013

We thought it might be good to review some issues that could result in claims on construction projects. Knowing what indicators to look for will help contractors spot problem areas that could develop into claims if not addressed and dealt with promptly. As discussed in other posts, good record-keeping is key to proving a claim. So, when these issues come up, a contractor needs to be very diligent in recording this information in its daily logs and project documents. There are many common trends that we see that cause claims on projects. The following list sets out the causes that […]

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Virginia Ethics of Digital Marketing

Events December 2013

Attorney Robert Dean presented to fellow attorneys attending a meeting of the Ted Dalton American Inn of Court in Salem, Virginia. His presentation discussed “Virginia Ethics of Digital Marketing”.

Employment Law White Paper from National Conference Available

News December 2013

Gentry Locke Partner W. David Paxton recently chaired a national Labor & Employment Law Seminar in Half Moon Bay, California. As part of the seminar, attendees participated in a series of roundtable discussions. From the discussions, a white paper was generated on five topics; Internal Investigations, Protecting Confidential Information, E-Discovery, Managing Leave and Attendance Issues, and Workforce Reduction. This white paper, edited by Paxton and published by ALFA International, is now available. If you have questions on how such situations might affect your employees, please contact W. David Paxton at the 540.983.9334 or Paxton@gentrylocke.com. ALFA Employment Seminar White Paper (opens in […]

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