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Virginia Legal Rights

Virginia banned non-competes for lower earners in 2020 and provides strong consumer protection under the VCPA. Know exactly what you're entitled to — and let Main AI enforce it automatically.

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Tenant rights

Virginia Tenant Protections

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Security deposit maximum

2 months rent

VA Code §55.1-1226

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Deposit return deadline

45 days after move-out with itemized deductions.

VA Code §55.1-1226

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Entry notice required

Landlords must give reasonable advance notice before entering your unit except in genuine emergencies. Repeated entry without notice may constitute harassment.

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Habitability rights

Your landlord must maintain heat, hot water, structural safety, and pest-free conditions regardless of what your lease says. "As-is" clauses are generally void.

✓ If your landlord violated these rules

Send a certified demand letter citing the exact statute and amount owed
File in small claims court for deposits up to the jurisdictional limit
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Employment rights

Virginia Workplace Protections

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Non-compete agreements

Void and unenforceable for employees earning at or below the average weekly wage ($1,296/week in 2024). For higher earners, must be reasonable in scope and duration.

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Wage protections

Minimum wage $12/hr (2024), rising to $15 by 2026. Virginia Overtime Wage Act. File claims with VA Department of Labor.

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Pay transparency

No statewide law.

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Severance rights

Severance is never legally required — it's negotiable. Workers 40+ get 21 days to review under federal OWBPA plus 7 days to revoke after signing.

Medical billing rights

Virginia Healthcare Protections

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State protections

VA Balance Billing Protection Act for certain health plans. No Surprises Act applies federally. 30-day dispute window.

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Surprise billing (federal)

The No Surprises Act caps out-of-network emergency bills at in-network rates. You cannot be balance-billed for emergency care or care at in-network facilities without prior consent.

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Dispute window

Typically 30-120 days from Explanation of Benefits to dispute. Request itemization, check for duplicate CPT codes, and dispute services never received.

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Financial assistance

Nonprofit hospitals must offer charity care. Always ask for financial assistance before paying. Many patients qualify who never apply.

Common questions

Virginia Rights FAQ

How do I dispute a security deposit in Virginia?+

Under VA Code §55.1-1226, your landlord must return your deposit within 45 days after move-out. If they miss this deadline or make improper deductions, send a certified demand letter citing the statute. Main AI generates this letter automatically.

Is my non-compete enforceable in Virginia?+

Void and unenforceable for employees earning at or below the average weekly wage ($1,296/week in 2024). For higher earners, must be reasonable in scope and duration. Review your specific agreement with Main AI to get an enforceability score and identify which clauses are vulnerable.

My medical bill seems wrong. What are my rights in Virginia?+

VA Balance Billing Protection Act for certain health plans. No Surprises Act applies federally. 30-day dispute window. Request an itemized bill in writing, dispute any errors within 30 days, and use the No Surprises Act for unexpected out-of-network charges.

What wage theft protections exist in Virginia?+

Minimum wage $12/hr (2024), rising to $15 by 2026. Virginia Overtime Wage Act. File claims with VA Department of Labor. If you're owed unpaid wages, file with your state labor department or pursue a federal FLSA claim. Main AI drafts your complaint automatically.

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