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Contract Law: What is the Statute of Frauds in Virginia? | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney

April 20, 2017October 10, 2019 Ryan C. Young, Esq.

Contract Law: What is the Statute of Frauds in Virginia? The Statute of Frauds in Virginia is quite simply a provision to identify specific instances where a written contract is required. In other words, the Virginia legislature has determined that an oral agreement will not be enforceable in certain instances. Virginia is not unique in this regard. The purpose of... Read More

Enforceability of Non-Compete Agreements in Virginia | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney

April 18, 2017October 10, 2019 Ryan C. Young, Esq.

Non-compete Agreements in Virginia The enforceability of a non-compete agreement in Virginia depends greatly on the specific terms of the agreement. Many times, clients will come to me and ask for a clear determination of whether a non-compete agreement will be upheld. The problem is that there is no clear rule and the Virginia courts will look to many factors... Read More

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

January 27, 2017October 10, 2019 Ryan C. Young, Esq.

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

October 6, 2016October 10, 2019 Ryan C. Young, Esq.

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

Non-Disparagement Clause in a Contract | Ryan C. Young | Civil Litigation and Contract Attorney in Richmond, Virginia

September 7, 2015October 10, 2019 Ryan C. Young, Esq.

If you’re a party to any kind of contract in the state of Virginia, you’ll want to learn about non-disparagement clauses. These can appear in all kinds of contracts, and you may see one if you’re an employee or if you and another person are partners for any reason. Additionally, you may see this kind of clause if you receive... Read More

Virginia Contract Law: Damages in Breach of Contract Litigation | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney

August 24, 2015October 10, 2019 Ryan C. Young, Esq.

When two parties sign a contract in the state of Virginia, that document represents an exchange that is expected to be made. If you’re a homeowner and you sign a contract with a contractor to build a new deck on the back of your house, for example, the exchange is very simple: you will pay the contractor a specified amount... Read More

Non-Disparagement Clause in a Contract | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia | Contract Law

January 29, 2013October 10, 2019 Ryan C. Young, Esq.

If you’re a party to any kind of contract in the state of Virginia, you’ll want to learn about non-disparagement clauses. These can appear in all kinds of contracts, and you may see one if you’re an employee or if you and another person are partners for any reason. Additionally, you may see this kind of clause if you receive... Read More

Consequential Damages from a Breach of Contract | Ryan C. Young | Contract | Richmond Attorney

December 3, 2012October 10, 2019 Ryan C. Young, Esq.

Contract Damages in Virginia Ryan C. Young | Richmond Attorney One of the most common questions I receive from clients in Virginia involves demanding consequential damages for breach ofcontract cases. While breach of contract cases are relatively straightforward, since they typically involve carefully written contracts, they often become complex in damage interpretation. When requests for consequential damages are introduced, breach... Read More

Limiting Damages in a Contract | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia | Business Attorney

September 24, 2012October 10, 2019 Ryan C. Young, Esq.

Ryan C. Young Richmond | Business Law | Attorney When a small business enters into a contract, it must meet certain obligations. If the business isn’t able to uphold its part of the deal, the other parties involved in the contract can bring legal action against the business, which may result in damages. To protect itself from unreasonable costs, a... Read More

What does force majeure mean in a contract? | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia | Business Law | Attorney

September 18, 2012October 10, 2019 Ryan C. Young, Esq.

Richmond | Contract Law | Attorney When certain uncontrollable events occur, a party involved in a business contract may not be able to hold up his end of the deal. To protect parties from legal repercussions in such situations, contracts often include a “force majeure” clause. What Does Force Majeure Mean? Literally, “force majeure” means “superior force.” Legally, it refers... Read More

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