Fox & Moghul has successfully represented many homeowners and/or contractors in construction defect and fraud cases that often involve unlicensed contracting work by companies in violation of Virginia Code 54.1-1110. Embarking on a home improvement project can be an exciting, yet daunting task. When hiring a contractor, you hope that your project will be completed
Fox & Moghul receives many queries every day regarding disputes between business partners. In a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in Virginia, each member and manager owes fiduciary duties to the entity to further its best interests. These duties include the duty of loyalty and the duty of care. In simple terms, fiduciary duties require business
A Quit Claim Deed is a legal document that transfers whatever interest the grantor (the person transferring the property) has in a specific property to the grantee (the person receiving the property), without providing any warranties or guarantees about the title or ownership. This means that the grantor is not making any promises that they
At Fox & Moghul, we are often confronted with challenging issues related to the intersection of business and real estate law. One such topic is the use of LLCs in investing in real estate. The query is often a variation of, “Should I invest through an LLC or just buy investment properties personally?” Are you
Introduction At Fox & Moghul, clients who call us are often confused by the concept of “veil piercing.” This article will attempt to simplify the process. The concept of corporate veil piercing is an important legal principle that allows creditors and litigants to hold shareholders or members personally liable for the debts or obligations of
Introduction At Fox & Moghul, we often get queries by interested clients looking to invest in real estate. And the issue is often whether they should invest personally or through an entity? Investing in real estate can be an exciting and profitable venture, offering a myriad of opportunities for creating wealth and passive income. However,
Buying your first home can be an exciting and overwhelming experience. There are so many things to consider, from the location to the size of the house. However, one thing that many first-time homebuyers may not be aware of is the concept of an easement. An easement can present a problem when buying a home,
FOX & MOGHUL’S VACLE PRESENTATION ON EXAMINING A REAL ESTATE BROKER’S LIABILITY TO THE PURCHASER IN RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS IN VIRGINIA Press Release
Recording a real estate document in Virginia entails filing an original or electronic copy of the document with the office of the county recorder in the county where the real property is located. This practice note outlines the requirements for recording real estate documents in Virginia. Brief overviews of the purpose of recording real estate
WHAT IS A TENANT’S ASSERTION? DEMYSTIFYING THE “TENANTS ASSERTION” REMEDY UNDER VRLTA § 55.1-1244 The Virginia Residential Landlord Tenant Act (“VRLTA”) was enacted by the General Assembly in 1974. “A close examination of the Act as a whole reveals an integrated statutory scheme governing contractual relationships between landlords and tenants…” Isbell v. Commercial Investment Assocs.,