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: Construction Law

Continuing the ADR Discussion at ALPS 411

This is alternative dispute resolution (ADR) week here at Construction Law Musings.  Monday’s post was a primer on two popular ADR methods and now, I’ve got another post at the great ALPS411 Blog.  The post explores whether you, as a construction pro, would want a mandatory arbitration clause in your construction contract.  Here’s an excerpt.

Why You May Not Want a Mandatory Mediation Clause in Your Construction Contract

I know, you are likely surprised by the title of this post.  You’ve read Construction Law Musings for a while now and know that as a Virginia Supreme Court certified mediator, I have advocated mediation as a great way to resolve your construction disputes short of the expensive and time consuming litigation process. Knowing all of

Contractors and Force Majeure: Contractual Protection from Hurricanes and Severe Weather

This week’s Guest Post Friday here at Musings welcomes back Clay Olsen.  Clay is is an attorney at Harper Whitwell PLLC.  The firm is located in Mississippi and South Carolina where they routinely represent the interests of construction. This season is not special as hurricanes are a part of life on the east coast and