Originally posted 2015-03-13 09:00:16. This week, Musings welcomes back Mark Buckshon of the Construction Marketing Ideas blog to Guest Post Friday. Mark publishes several regional construction industry newspapers and websites. He can be reached at 888-627-8717 ext 224 or by email at [email protected]. Some projects are labors of love, with surprisingly important and valuable results. […]
Is Privity of Contract with the Owner a Requirement of a Valid Mechanic’s Lien? Not for GC’s
Originally posted 2020-12-07 10:29:33. As any reader of this construction law blog knows, mechanic’s liens make up much of the discussion here at Construction Law Musings. A recent case out of Fairfax County, Virginia examined the question of whether contractual privity between the general contractor and owner of the property at issue is necessary. As […]
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 […]
Happy Memorial Day from Construction Law Musings
Well, the “official” beginning of Summer is upon us and shows that time moves forward even after the oddest of times. The office is closed and I am enjoying the day off with my family and friends (now that things are opening up after the COVID-related lockdowns) and thinking about those that served this country. […]
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.