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

Sometimes You Get Away with Unwritten Contracts. . .

Originally posted 2018-07-10 14:29:20. I have spoken often regarding the need for a well written construction contract that sets out the “terms of engagement” for your construction project.  A written construction contract sets expectations and allows the parties to the contract to determine the “law” of their project.  An unwritten “gentleman’s agreement” can lead to

Contractors Struggle with Cash & Difficult Payment Terms, Could Benefit From Legal Advice, According to New Survey

Guest Post Friday is back with a post from my pal Scott Wolfe. Scott is the founder and CEO of Levelset, which is used by thousands of contractors to make payments fast and easy.  Scott, previously a construction attorney himself, founded Levelset to even the $1 trillion construction playing field, and is on a mission to

Happy Memorial Day Wishes from Construction Law Musings

Originally posted 2015-05-25 10:00:41. Well, the office is closed and I am enjoying the day off with my family and friends and I hope that you are doing the same. Here’s wishing all of the readers of this construction law blog a great Memorial Day. Thanks for your readership and comments and a special thank

Trust Your Gut When Deciding Whether to Sign a Construction Contract

Originally posted 2014-03-31 09:00:24. Last week’s Construction Law Musings were about the need to communicate before, during and after a construction project.  This week, I continue my thoughts on some business practices that make my life as a construction attorney and adviser (not to mention your lives as construction professionals) easier and less stressful.  This