Thoughts on construction law from Christopher G. Hill, Virginia construction lawyer, LEED AP, mediator, and member of the Virginia Legal Elite in Construction Law

Category Archives: Contracts

Communication is Key to a Smooth Construction Project

Originally posted 2014-03-24 12:05:38. I know, the title of this post sounds trite.  Who doesn’t communicate?  Don’t the subs and general on the project always communicate?  Wouldn’t a remodeler be sure to stay up on job progress with a homeowner?  In other words, why bother with this post?  Everyone knows that without communication, nothing can

After a Bid, When Do You Really Have a Deal?

Originally posted 2013-09-16 10:53:15. Construction contracts are a big part of any contractor, subcontractor, supplier or construction attorney’s daily life.  Therefore, it is key to know when you actually have a contract.  Is it after your bid is accepted and used by the Owner or General Contractor? Is it only after the subcontract is signed? 

Forgot to File a Mechanic’s Lien in Time? All is not Lost.

Originally posted 2011-04-25 09:00:37. I spend a lot of time on the subject of mechanic’s liens here at Construction Law Musings.  I do this because these creatures of Virginia state statute have very specific requirements and the slightest mistake in timing or content can lead to loss of your rights to enforce a mechanic’s lien

Stick to Your Guns on Price and Pricing with Construction Contracts

Originally posted 2014-05-27 09:00:44. In recent posts here at Construction Law Musings, I have discussed the need for clarity of contract, trusting your gut, and assuring that your contract has the necessities.  All of these bits of advice (along with my usual advice of working with an experienced construction attorney) are true with regard to