Originally posted 2012-08-24 11:36:29. Here at Construction Law Musings, we’ve discussed the Dragas line of cases relating to Chinese Drywall. In those cases (for more, just plug in the word “Dragas” into the search field to the right of this post), the Court analyzed the insurance implications of remedial measures relating to Chinese Drywall. In […]
Review the Terms and Conditions of Purchase Orders- They Could be Important!
There are many moving parts on a commercial construction project. These range from site surveys to weather events to ordering materials. On most large construction projects, the prime contract and subcontracts are generally drafted ahead of time and hopefully reviewed by both in house personnel and an experienced construction attorney. However, there are situations, particularly […]
Contracts, Liens and Notice
The Virginia Circuit Courts made a couple of interesting rulings published this month that I thought you should know about. They both emphasize the need to carefully read and analyze statutes and contracts. The first, Meeks Disposal Corp. v. Circle South, LLC, comes from the Norfolk Virginia Circuit Court and discusses one of Construction Law […]
What is a Conservation Easement and Why in the World Would I Put One on My Land?
For this week’s Guest Post Friday here at Musings, we welcome a new face and newly solo attorney, Lee Stephens. Lee (@leestephenslaw) has represented dozens of landowners who successfully placed conservation easements on their property, ranging from a farm of 1,800 acres to a lot of 0.85 acres, all over the Commonwealth. Lee currently sits […]
Happy Holidays from Construction Law Musings
Happily, the older two kids are home from college and Musings is enjoying some time off for Christmas. I wish you all Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas from The Law Office of Christopher G. Hill, PC and Construction Law Musings To all of my friends, colleagues and most importantly, family, I hope you have a […]