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Virginia Attorney General sues TikTok over addictive design and data concerns
The suit by Jason Miyares alleges the app was intentionally designed to be addictive for teenagers and that it obscures its connection to the Chinese government. RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia…
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VA advocates chart new path without consumer rights watchdog
Consumer advocates in Virginia and around the country are trying to chart a new path forward as a federal consumer…
VA advocates chart new path without consumer rights watchdog
Consumer advocates in Virginia and around the country are trying to chart a new path forward as a federal consumer…
AARP Virginia Fraud Alert: National Consumer Protection Week
It’s National Consumer Protection Week—and while AARP is focused on protecting consumers year-round—this is a good time to highlight some…
State Comprehensive Privacy Law Update – March 7, 2025
As the legislative season continues, some states, like Georgia and Oklahoma, have continued to progress in the efforts to…
Know your rights, avoid fraud
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - March 2-8, 2025 is National Consumer Protection Week. It’s an initiative that combines efforts from the…
These consumer protection bills have gained traction in Virginia General Assembly
The General Assembly is moving legislation to protect consumers from aggressive debt collection, junk fees and efforts to get past…
Scam awareness tips from AARP Virginia during National Consumer Protection Week
ROANOKE, Va. (March 8, 2025) – As National Consumer Protection Week comes to a close, AARP Virginia is reminding residents…
Virginia’s Debt Collection Laws Under Scrutiny: New Legislation Offers Hope for Families
A political firestorm has erupted over the future of the Virginia Military Institute’s first Black superintendent, Ret. Maj. General Cedric…
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Sun Valley woman says mold has taken over her apartment—and no agencies will help
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - A Sun Valley woman says she and her son are trapped…
Arbitration clause in employment contract deemed binding Virginia Attorneys Weekly
An arbitration provision in a plaintiff’s employment contract should be enforced against him despite his…
Boeing to put off about 200 staff in megarocket program
Arlington County-based Fortune Global 500 aerospace and defense giant Boeing plans to lay off about…
Derivatives alternate so as to add 33 jobs in Fairfax
Nodal Exchange, a derivatives exchange, will invest $300,000 to expand its Fairfax County operations, adding…