As data centers continue to grow rapidly—driven by artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and digital infrastructure—their power needs are putting pressure on the energy system. A wave of recent reports, regulations, and corporate actions highlight how interconnected the energy and data sectors have become. Below is...
The Trump administration’s aggressive use of tariffs led many companies in Virginia—and across the country—to ask: Can newly imposed tariffs excuse performance under existing contracts? Specifically, can they trigger force majeure clauses or support a defense of commercial impracticability under Virginia law? ...
On March 21, 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) adopted an Interim Final Rule (Interim Rule) which exempts U.S. companies previously subject to the reporting requirements under the Corporate ...
The U.S. Treasury Department recently announced it will not enforce the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) against domestic entities. This means that—at least for the timebeing—U.S.-based businesses are relieved of their obligation to report beneficial ownership information to FinCEN by the March 21, 2025 deadline....
Behind every successful attorney is a unique perspective that shapes their approach to law and client service. In this edition of our "Get to Know" series, we feature Steven Skaist, an associate in GreeneHurlocker's Richmond office who brings much more to the table than his...
The final nationwide injunction blocking enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has been stayed, paving the way for the federal government to restart its implementation of the law. With the CTA back in effect, reporting companies should be ready to file their BOI reports...
In a recent column by Ivy Main in the Virginia Mercury, she discusses the economics of clean energy: “New renewable energy is cheaper than new fossil fuel generation. That’s why in 2024, 94% of all new power capacity in the U.S. came from solar, batteries...
Here are several recent and ground-breaking developments in the renewable energy industry in Virginia, across the nation, and around the globe. ...
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has been subject to a series of complex and seemingly contradictory legal developments that continue to unfold. While the situation remains fluid, this update aims to provide clarity on the current (at least as of January 24, 2025) state of...
GreeneHurlocker is pleased to announce that two of its attorneys were recently honored in the 25th edition of the Virginia Business “Legal Elite.” ...
