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

Some Work Cannot be Included in a Miller Act Claim

The Miller Act is close to my heart here at Construction Law Musings. Payment bond claims under the Miller Act help protect subcontractors on construction projects where the national government or its agencies are the owners of the property and therefore mechanic’s liens are unavailable.  Even where you follow the proper claims process under this

PSA: Latest Updates from AGC-VA on COVID Rules (UPDATED)

The recent changes in masking requirements and COVID-related restrictions have prompted questions and concerns throughout the construction industry. We understand your questions and continue to work closely with the Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI) and the Safety and Health Codes Board.

Alert: AAA Construction Industry Rules Update

Originally posted 2016-09-22 10:32:50. The American Arbitration Association has made some needed updates to their Construction Industry Arbitration and Mediation Rules, effective July 1, 2015.  Among the changes listed at their website are: A mediation step for all cases with claims of $100,000 or more (subject to the ability of any party to opt out).

Another Reason to Love Construction Mediation (Read: Why Mediation Works)

Originally posted 2015-11-18 14:56:46. I’ll bet you’re thinking by now that I have beaten the mediation drum to death and that I wouldn’t have any more praise for the process than I have heaped upon it here at this corner of the construction law “blawgosphere.”  Well, just about every time I am involved with the