With the economy the way that it is, my mechanic’s lien practice (and bond claim practice for that matter) is thriving. Interestingly, the recent uptick in the construction economic landscape here in Virginia caused me to get more, rather than fewer, calls requesting help with the filing or defense of mechanic’s liens.
Sometimes Carriers Have to Defend Chinese Drywall Cases
Well, I’m back from vacation and almost dug out from under the stack that was on my desk when I returned and can now get back to Musings. Thanks for awaiting my return (I’m sure it was with baited breath 🙂 ) I have spoken here at Construction Law Musings on the Dragas line of […]
Construction Law Musings Hits the Beach
As you read this, I am happily taking a break from my construction law practice and hanging at the beach enjoying some spring break fishing and family time on Sanibel Island, Florida. Musings will pick back up again next week. In the meantime, check out the recently added Alternate Dispute Resolution page to hear my […]
It’s Always the Cover-Up that Gets You!
For this weeks Guest Post Friday here at Construction Law Musings, we welcome back Melissa Dewey Brumback. Melissa (@melissabrumback) is a construction attorney and partner in the firm Ragsdale Liggett, PLLC in Raleigh. Although not as old as some crusty lawyers, she has already spent over a decade representing engineers and architects, advising them on contract proposals to limit […]
Putting My Mediation Where My Mouth Is
I have been a big advocate for mediation as a method of resolving construction disputes for quite a while here at Construction Law Musings. As an advocate, I have participated in numerous mediations and have seen the effect that a good mediator can have in bringing the parties together to resolve their business dispute. Seeing […]