Originally posted 2016-09-22 10:32:49. We construction lawyers have occasionally taken it on the chin as one of the obstacles in the construction process. However, I have often argued what I believe to be true, that early consultation with a construction lawyer, before problems occur, is a great way for a construction company to avoid issues […]
Reminder: Title Search is Key for a Virginia Mechanic’s Lien
Originally posted 2012-04-24 17:00:17. With the economy the way that it is, my mechanic’s lien practice (and bond claim practice for that matter) is thriving. Interestingly, the recent uptick in the construction economic landscape here in Virginia caused me to get more, rather than fewer, calls requesting help with the filing or defense of mechanic’s […]
Update and Changes to DC Mechanic’s Lien Statute
Originally posted 2015-03-23 09:00:52. For this week’s Guest Post Friday here at Construction Law Musings, we welcome Kavita Knowles. Kavita is a named partner in the firm Fullerton & Knowles. Her firm is well known in the Virginia area for its Construction Law Survival Manual and, like me, performs work for construction professionals. The District […]
PSA: Getting the First Mechanic’s Lien on a Project is a Plus
Originally posted 2020-05-20 14:20:27. As those that read this construction law blog are aware, I am a big fan of mechanic’s liens as a way to get paid. These powerful and tricky beasts are a great way to get an owner’s attention and to put payment pressure on those that owe you money. Recently I […]
The Anatomy of a Construction Dispute Stage 3- The Last Straw
Originally posted 2016-07-01 09:00:10. Over the past two weeks here at Construction Law Musings, I’ve discussed the first two stages of a typical construction dispute (if such a thing exists): the claim, and how to bring heat short of litigation/arbitration. As promised, this week I’ll be discussing the next step or “last straw” in a […]