Business of Construction Construction Law Mechanic's Liens

A Lien Change for the Better (Guest Post at ZLien)

Originally posted 2017-04-10 11:00:41. During the recent General Assembly session, the Virginia legislature made a great change to the Virginia mechanic’s lien statute.  I blog about it at the Zlien Blog. Here’s an excerpt of my post. The recent changes to Va. Code §43-3 (effective July 1, 2012) clarify several points regarding the allocation of […]

Green Building

Does Stricter Decertification Mean More “Leedigation?”

Originally posted 2015-07-13 09:00:13. Recently, my friend and fellow construction attorney/consultant, Chris Cheatham (@chrischeatham) posted the news that USGBC will be more stringent on the de-certification front. This statement relates to the continued energy performance of LEED-certified buildings and increases the likelihood that energy performance (as opposed to mere reporting) could lead to de-certification. I […]

Business of Construction Construction Law Contracts

If You Think Only Lawyers Preach a Good Contract

Originally posted 2013-07-30 09:00:41. Here at Construction Law Musings, we always preach that a good contract is the best way to start a project off right.  No only do the Virginia courts enforce these contracts to a “T,” a well drafted contract can and does set the expectations for both sides so that those wonderful […]

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Happy 2022 from Construction Law Musings!

As we bid farewell to a somewhat more “normal” 2021 (at least compared to 2020!), I want to wish you a happy, healthy, and fulfilling 2022.  Here’s to a continued path to normalcy (whatever that may be for you) and a prosperous construction world this New Year and beyond. Without further ado, Happy New Year […]

Construction Construction Law Contracts

Some Construction Contract Basics- Necessities and Pitfalls

Originally posted 2015-05-25 10:00:42. Recently, I’ve been on an “advising” kick here at Construction Law Musings.  My last two posts have been about communication and trusting your gut when it comes to a smooth construction project.  This post will be the third in the trilogy (and who knows maybe I’ll have a 4th and 5th […]

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