How can Partnership Disputes be avoided? | Virginia Business Attorney

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
How can Partnership Disputes be avoided? | Virginia Business Attorney
The best way to prevent a partnership dispute from happening in the first place is through a written agreement. Typically, this is done at the beginning of the business venture. However, it is never too late to enter into a written, binding agreement with your business partner(s)! Read More

Most Common Reasons for Partnership Disputes in Virginia | Business Attorney

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
Most Common Reasons for Partnership Disputes in Virginia | Business Attorney
WHAT IS A PARTNERSHIP DISPUTE? Starting a business on your own can be a very daunting task, so partnering with a friend or colleague can help relieve a lot of stress. After all, two minds think better than one. However, what happens when those two minds are thinking on completely different pages? This is when a partnership dispute occurs. A... Read More

Judicial Dissolution of an LLC in Virginia | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Business Attorney

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
Judicial Dissolution of an LLC in Virginia | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Business Attorney
What happens if LLC Members cannot agree?  In Virginia, a Limited Liability Company (LLC), may be dissolved for many reasons, but when there are irreconcilable differences between or amongst owners (members), judicial intervention may be the only remedy.  A member may, in accordance with the operating agreement and articles of incorporation, petition a court of competent jurisdiction for dissolution.  In... Read More

Direct vs. Consequential Damages in Virginia Breach of Contract Litigation | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
Direct vs. Consequential Damages in Virginia Breach of Contract Litigation | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney
Two Broad Categories of Damages in a Virginia Breach of Contract Lawsuit There are two broad categories of damages ex contractu: direct, or general, damages and consequential, or special, damages. Direct damages are those which arise “naturally” or “ordinarily” from a breach of contract; they are damages which, in the ordinary course of human experience, can be expected to result from a breach. Consequential damages are those which arise from the intervention of “special... Read More

Virginia Contract Litigation: Forum Selection Clause | Ryan C. Young | Richmond Litigation Attorney

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
Virginia Contract Litigation: Forum Selection Clause | Ryan C. Young | Richmond Litigation Attorney
What is a forum selection clause? A forum selection clause is used in a contract to designate the location, process, and/or court that will resolve any legal disputes that may arise between the parties named in the agreement.  These clauses range from very specific to extremely broad and all encompassing. A specific clause would indicate the type of court (state/federal)... Read More

What is Fiduciary Litigation? | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
What is Fiduciary Litigation? | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney
What is a Fiduciary? A fiduciary is a person who has been entrusted with great confidence to manage and maintain the financial affairs of another party or parties. A fiduciary could be appointed through a Power of Attorney or a Will as a personal representative.  However, attorneys, financial institutions, corporate officers, and other such entities who are trusted to protect... Read More

What are the reasons that an LLC may be dissolved in Virginia? | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Business Attorney

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
What are the reasons that an LLC may be dissolved in Virginia? | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Business Attorney
In Virginia, an LLC may be dissolved for many reasons both voluntary and involuntary. Businesses come and go in a healthy economy, and Virginia’s Legislative Code (§§ 13.1-1048 – 13.1-1050) has provisions to make the dissolution of a business a relatively easy process in most cases. In the most amicable of situations, an LLC is concluded upon the completion of... Read More

Declaratory Judgments in Virginia | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Litigation Attorney

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
Declaratory Judgments in Virginia | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Litigation Attorney
What is a declaratory judgment? A declaratory judgment is a binding decision by a court defining the relationship between two litigants. What is the purpose of a declaratory judgment? In Virginia, declaratory judgments are meant to afford relief from uncertainty and insecurity between two parties. See Virginia Code § 8.01-191. Circuit Courts have the authority to issue declaratory judgments in... Read More

Virginia Estate Law: Suit to Impeach a Will | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
Virginia Estate Law: Suit to Impeach a Will | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney
Wills are seen as the last wishes of the person who created the will, also known as the testator, after he or she passes away. The courts follow the instructions and provisions of the will strictly since the deceased is no longer able to communicate his or her wishes. In some cases, an interested party may have reason to contest... Read More

Estate Disputes: Testamentary Capacity in Virginia | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
Estate Disputes: Testamentary Capacity in Virginia | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney
Disputing an estate can be very challenging in any situation. A key area of concern for many is in whether or not a person had the ability to create a legally binding will. If you believe that a person did not create a will under the proper circumstances, it is possible to file an estate dispute regarding this in Virginia. Read More