Much discussion has hit the web recently regarding the role that construction lawyers have had relating to the construction industry. Unfortunately, most of this discussion has focused on the negative aspects of lawyer involvement in construction contracting. A recent Viewpoint article in ENR magazine opines that much of the delay, expense and other issues plaguing […]
Mechanic’s Liens and Contracts: A Roundup
Image via Wikipedia Musings thought that it would step away from its discussion of “green” construction to discuss a few interesting construction cases that came down recently in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The first of these is another warning to contractors that arbitration provisions can be waived by conduct. In Shoosmith Bros., Inc. v. Hopewell […]
Happy Thanksgiving from Construction Law Musings
As I sit here with my wonderful family, I am reminded of those things I am thankful for. First and foremost, I am thankful for my great family. Without them, I could not be where I am today and my life would not be close to as fulfilled as it is. I am also thankful […]
The Streak Continues: 7 Years of Legal Elite in Construction
Wow, 7 years and counting as a member of the Virginia Business Magazine’s Legal Elite in the Construction category! It is always wonderful to be recognized by your peers and colleagues for the hard work that you do. This is particularly true for a solo construction lawyer like me where I don’t have a […]
Musings Visits Small Firm Innovation Today
Thanks again to Gwynne and all of those over at the Small Firm Innovation blog for allowing me to contribute. This week’s Musings are over at their blog and I encourage you to check out my thoughts on attorney civility. Here’s a quick taste: Aside from the fact that we just ought to be more […]