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

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Legislative Changes that Impact Construction 2017

Originally posted 2017-05-09 10:56:18.

Virginia General Assembly
Virginia General Assembly (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Well, the Virginia General Assembly has finished its yearly run through the legislative process and this year there are a few highlights for those of us in the construction industry.  It is always interesting to see what issues are the big ones that get a lot of attention.  This year the changes impacted public procurement, VOSH fines, and employment of unlicensed individuals on a job site.  These changes to the various statutes that impact the day to day operation of the construction industry in Virginia will go into effect on July 1, 2017. Continue Reading

Construction Legislation Likely to Take Effect July 1, 2020

Coronavirus is dominating the news and planning for the effects of COVID-19 is a big deal for construction companies in the Commonwealth.  However, these issues, though immediate, are not the only ones that have popped up here at the beginning of 2020.  Several bills that I have been monitoring (here and here) have recently passed

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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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