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Happy Thanksgiving from Construction Law Musings!

Posted on November 23, 2023 by Christopher G. Hill • 0 Comments

It is that time of year again when I find it appropriate to reflect on the great things in my life. As I sit here with my family on Thanksgiving Day 2023, I have much to be thankful for. I have a thriving construction law practice, great clients, wonderful friends, and of course, the best, most supportive family a solo construction attorney like me could ask for. I also have some great readers and guest post contributors who make this construction-related corner of the internet a more interesting place.

So without further ado, I wish you all a wonderful, happy, and family-filled Thanksgiving. Have a wonderful holiday.

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Be Sure to Bring Up Any Mechanic’s Lien Defenses Early and Often

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Christopher G. Hill • 0 Comments

Construction, Construction Law, Mechanic's Liens

As those of you who regularly read Musings are aware, mechanic’s liens are a big part of my law practice and a big issue here at this construction law blog. I’ve discussed the picky requirements of the mechanic’s lien statutes in Virginia and how the 90 and 150-day rules are strictly enforced. However, a recent

Virginia General Assembly Tweaks Pay-if-Paid Ban

Posted on March 28, 2023 by Christopher G. Hill • 0 Comments

Business of Construction, Construction, Construction Law, Contracts

Last year, the Virginia General Assembly passed into law a ban on the so-called pay-if-paid clauses, effective January 1, 2023. I shared my thoughts and concerns with the legislation as drafted at the time of its passage. During this most recent legislative session, and among some other construction-related bills, the General Assembly sought to clarify

Construction Contract Terms Matter. Be Careful When You Draft Them.

Posted on March 6, 2023 by Christopher G. Hill • 0 Comments

Construction, Construction Law, Contracts

Originally posted 2022-01-28 12:15:02. In a prior post, I discussed the case of Fluor Fed. Sols., LLC v. Bae Sys. Ordinance Sys in the context of the interplay between fraud, contract, and statutes of limitation. Some cases just keep on giving. This time the case illustrates the need for careful drafting of those pesky, and

One More Mechanic’s Lien Number- the Number 30

Posted on March 6, 2023 by Christopher G. Hill • 0 Comments

Business of Construction, Construction Law, Mechanic's Liens

I’ve spoken here often about the numbers 90 and 150 as they relate to Virginia mechanic’s liens. These numbers are important for all mechanic’s liens in Virginia, whether commercial or residential (meaning liens for 1 and 2-family homes). There is another number, 30, that is important for those construction contractors that perform work on single

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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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