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Defamation, Personal Injury & Employment Discrimination
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About Jake Denton

Jake Denton practices in Virginia state and federal courts, including circuit court and general district court. Jake has appellate experience at the Virginia Supreme Court and has served as court appointed attorney representing indigent defendants and has served as local counsel for the Innocence Project. Jake volunteers pro bono representation to domestic violence victims through the Virginia Beach Bar Association C.L.A.S.S. program. Jake is a member of the I’Anson Inn of Court and the Virginia Beach Bar Association; he graduated Cum Laude from the William & Mary Law School.

Jake’s litigation experience includes a ten-week bank fraud trial; speeding ticket acquittals; an 8-figure multi-district qui tam whistleblower case; judgments pursuant to Virginia’s revenge porn statute; and many other types of matters.

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Defamation, Slander & Libel

Defamation, slander or libel describes the act in which a statement of fact is used to damage your reputation. A case of defamation can lead to a lawsuit for money damages to recover when your financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing have suffered. A defamation case can be difficult, with many defenses and subtle legal rules. The Virginia statute of limitations for defamation cases is just one year from the date of publication of the false statement, so it’s important to contact a lawyer in a timely manner.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury or tort law is designed to protect you or your property in the event of a person’s act or failure to act that leads to harm. The most common way to prove the other party was at fault in your harm is through negligence. Negligence is described as a failure to exercise ordinary or reasonable care that is expected under certain circumstances. Personal injury cases include car and truck crash cases; medical malpractice cases; slip and fall cases; and all other cases where one person is liable for injuries caused to another person.

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Sexual Harassment & Assault

Jake Denton regularly represents victims of workplace harassment, discrimination, and retaliation.

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Criminal Defense

At Denton Law, we understand that being accused of a crime can be one of the most stressful and challenging experiences of your life. As a trusted criminal lawyer in Virginia Beach, we are committed to providing robust and compassionate representation to individuals facing criminal charges. Our goal is to protect your rights, build a strong defense, and achieve the best possible outcome for your case.

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Whistleblower & Qui Tam

If you are aware of companies or individuals committing fraud against the government, you may have a significant qui tam case that could entitle you to a substantial “relator’s share” recovery. Jake Denton has experience in qui tam litigation.

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Employment Law

Jake Denton represents plaintiffs and defendants in employment law matters.

Employment Law includes a broad range of matters. Wage violations, discrimination, whistleblower, defamation, and disability cases all fall under the umbrella of employment law.

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Virginia Beach Law firm

Jeremiah A. Denton IV – or “Jake,” as his family and friends have always known him – combines legal skills, passion for smart strategy, and competitive drive into an effective law practice focused on fighting falsehoods. Jake learned the practice of law from his father, legendary defamation attorney Jeremiah A. Denton III, as well as his mother and stepfather, the Honorable Winship and Guy Tower. Jake cherishes his family – he is the father of three children and one of countless first cousins. Jake is grateful for a lifelong network of friends throughout Tidewater and beyond. He serves on the boards of the Virginia State Bar Council and the Virginia Beach Surf and Rescue Museum. Jake began practicing law in 2012 after previously working as a journalist.

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