Originally posted 2011-03-21 09:21:07. Today at Construction Law Musings, we’re back to a discussion of mechanic’s liens. This past week, the Loudoun County Circuit Court here in Virginia had an opportunity to discuss the interaction between mechanic’s liens, contracts and the law of fixtures. In TWP Enters. v Dressel, the Court considered a provision of […]
Another Reminder that Your Construction Contract Language Matters
Here at Musings, I have often (some might say too often) discussed the fact that in Virginia (as well as other places), your construction contract language will be strictly enforced. I have also discussed the need for attorney fees provisions as well as other language in order to mitigate your risk as a contractor. A […]
Reminder: In Court (as in life) the Worst Thing You Can Do Is Not Show Up
Originally posted 2017-09-25 15:59:35. As long time (and possibly recent) readers of Construction Law Musings know, I am a Virginia Supreme Court Certified Mediator. In that capacity, I spend quite a bit of time sitting in general district court courtrooms in places like Goochland and Caroline Counties “court sitting” awaiting a referral from the judge […]
8 Years of Fun at Construction Law Musings
Originally posted 2016-12-12 09:00:30. Well, who would have thought that when I posted two short lines back in 2008, Construction Law Musings would still be going strong eight years later. Through these 8 years at this little construction law blog, I have had periods of more and less consistent posting (often coinciding with the more […]
Be Ready to Lien in 2009 (but Be Careful!)
Originally posted 2010-07-30 12:28:30. 2009 is likely to be a year in which many construction liens are filed. As all of us in construction know, and as reported in the AGC SmartBrief, the beginning of 2009 and through 2010 will likely show an even greater downturn in the commercial and residential markets. These economic times […]