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What is Civil Litigation - Process & Cost

August 28, 2023

Civil litigation is where one person/party files against another to vindicate a legal right. We discuss the process and costs associated with civil litigation. Read the full article.

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Sackett v. EPA Supreme Court Decision: Clean Water Act Does Not Regulate “Isolated” Wetlands

June 21, 2023

The United States Supreme Court rules in Sackett v. EPA that the federal clean water act (CWA) does not regulate “isolated” wetlands. Read the full article.

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The Oyster Industry in Norfolk

January 17, 2022

Our article, along with Tammy Woodward's paper, examine the rise and fall of the oyster industry in Norfolk, Virginia. Read the full article.

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Virginia Oyster Lease Renewal - VMRC Guidance

April 13, 2021

Virginia Marine Resources Commission (VMRC) approves new guidance on oyster leases for oyster planting grounds at the March 23, 2021 meeting of the Virginia Marine Resources Commission (VMRC). Read the full article.

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VMRC and Oyster Farms in Virginia - How to get Oyster Leases and More

February 9, 2021

Oyster aquaculture is not only an important part of the Virginia economy, but it also plays a vital role in improving Virginia's waters. Read the full article.

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Evaluating Recent Legislative Efforts To Reform Oyster Leasing In Virginia

April 24, 2020

Our Waterfront Law team analyzed conflicts between waterfront property owners and oyster farms, and legislative efforts being made to reform oyster leasing. Read the full article.

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VA Riparian & Waterfront Property Rights at June 2019 VMRC Meeting

June 27, 2019

Jeff Wilson gives a summary of the June 2019 Virginia Marine Resources Commission Meeting. Read the full article.

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VA Riparian & Waterfront Property Rights at May 2019 VMRC Meeting

June 12, 2019

Jim Lang reviews the decisions made at the May 2019 Virginia Marine Resources Commission Meeting. Read the full article.

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VA Riparian & Waterfront Property Rights at April 2019 VMRC Meeting

May 7, 2019

Jim Lang gives a summary of the April 2019 Virginia Marine Resources Commission Meeting. Read the full article.