Thoughts on construction law from Christopher G. Hill, Virginia construction lawyer, LEED AP, mediator, and member of the Virginia Legal Elite in Construction Law

Yet Another Reminder that Tort and Contract Don’t Mix

I have stated on numerous occasions here at Musings that in Virginia, contract claims and tort claims (read fraud) don’t mix.  A recent case from the Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia presents another example of this principle.  In Itility LLC v. The Staffing Resource Group, Judge Ellis of the Alexandria Division,

Are “Green” Building Designations and Certifications Truly Necessary?

Originally posted 2012-11-19 09:18:52. As anyone who reads this construction blog on a regular basis knows, I believe that the move to newer sustainable building practices (while bringing about a new or different set of potential risks) is both necessary and laudable.  Because of this fact, you may be asking why the headline for today’s

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I am a construction lawyer in Richmond, Virginia, a LEED AP, and have been nominated by my peers to Virginia's Legal Elite in Construction Law on multiple occasions. I provide advice and assistance with mechanic's liens, contract review and consulting, occupational safety issues (VOSH and OSHA), and risk management for construction professionals.

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