As July 1, 2019 approaches with its inevitable changes to the Virginia Code, I wanted to remind you once again that the statutory form for a Virginia mechanic’s lien will change as of that date. HB2409 passed both houses of the General Assembly and has been signed by the Governor. This bill reconciled the language […]
Plan Ahead for the Inevitable Murphy’s Law Related Accident
Originally posted 2013-02-22 09:00:55. For this week’s Guest Post Friday here at Construction Law Musings, we welcome back Melissa Dewey Brumback. Melissa (@melissabrumback) is a construction attorney and partner in the firm Ragsdale Liggett, PLLC in Raleigh. Melissa has spent over a decade representing engineers and architects, advising them on contract proposals to limit risks, and […]
Happy Memorial Day from Construction Law Musings
Well, the temperatures have risen (at least in most places), community pools have opened, and the “official” beginning of Summer is upon us. The office is closed and I am enjoying the day off with my family and friends and thinking about those that served this country. I hope that you are doing the same. Here’s […]
90 and 150: Two Numbers You Must Know
Mechanic’s liens are a big topic here at Construction Law Musings. I’ve discussed everything from the picky nature of this powerful payment tool to the changes that are upcoming on July 1, 2019. Given the strict way that the form and timing of a Virginia mechanic’s lien is so critical, I thought a quick reminder […]
HOAs Going Green with a Bit of Kicking and Screaming
Originally posted 2016-06-06 09:00:25. For this week’s Guest Post Friday here at Construction Law Musings, we welcome J. Roger Wood. Roger is a partner with Carpenter Hazlewood Delgado & Wood, PLC. The firm has offices in Phoenix, Tucson, Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Roger began practicing law twelve years ago and has been exclusively representing homeowners […]