Well, the “official” beginning of Summer is upon us and shows that time moves forward even in the oddest of times. The office is closed and I am enjoying the day off with my family (not as much with friends this time due to COVID-19) and thinking about those that served this country. I hope […]
Some Good News Coming July 1, 2020 for Construction Professionals
Last week I discussed the potentially onerous legislation that essentially made contractors the employers of all employees of their subcontractors and suppliers on a job site. That was only one of the impactful statutes that was passed by the General Assembly and that will take effect in July of 2020. While the above mentioned legislation […]
Terms of Your Teaming Agreement Matter
Originally posted 2019-01-07 09:00:13. These days in construction, and other pursuits, teaming agreements have become a great method for large and small contractors to work together to take advantage of various contract and job requirements from minority participation to veteran ownership. With the proliferation of these agreements, parties must be careful in how they draft […]
Thanks for the 2020 Super Lawyers Nod!
It is with humility and a sense of accomplishment that I announce that I have been selected for the fourth straight year to the Virginia Super Lawyers in the Construction Litigation category for 2020. Add this to my recent election to the Virginia Legal Elite in Construction and I’ve had a pretty good year. As […]
Solo Construction Practice on Lockdown
COVID-19 or Coronavirus has affected all aspects of life here in Virginia and elsewhere. Just about evey state has issued a stay at home order and many businesses have either been shuttered completely or have been transformed in the wake of social distancing and other measured designed to “flatten the curve.” In Virginia, unlike some […]