Originally posted 2020-04-06 09:00:29.

Coronavirus is dominating the news.  Construction in Virginia is facing what is at best an uncertain future and at worst a series of large scale shutdowns due to COVID-19.  The number of cases seem to grow almost exponentially on a daily basis while states and the federal government try and patch together a solution.  All of this adds up to the possibility that owners and other construction related businesses could shutter and importantly payment streams can slow or dry up.  Aside from keeping your contractual terms in mind and meeting the notice deadlines found in your contract, these uncertain economic times require you to be aware of the claims process.

Along with whatever claims process is set out in the contract and your run of the mill breach of contract through non-payment type claims, in times like this payment bond and mechanic’s lien claims are a key way to protect your payment interest.  The law has differing requirements for each of these unique types of payment claims.  Continue Reading