We discuss contracts often here at Construction Law Musings. Why? Because in most states, and particularly in my home state of Virginia, the contract creates the “law” that will govern your interaction on a construction project. In construction, every word of the contract will be read carefully in the event of a dispute. You need […]
Oh No! The Surety Went Belly Up! Now What?
Here at Construction Law Musings, I have often discussed payment bond claims under the federal Miller Act and its state specific analogs (so called “Little Miller Acts“). Most of these discussions have assumed without actually stating that the surety carrying the payment bond would be solvent and available to pay any judgment against it. Unfortunately, […]
Construction Mediation Works! (Even When it Doesn’t)
If you’ve been reading Construction Law Musings lately you know that I’ve been on a bit of a mediation kick. I’ve recently been certified by the Virginia Supreme Court and have had a few mediations lately. I’ve discussed the mediation process from the perspective of the advocate and that of the mediator. Of course, most, […]
Musings Has “Outcourced” this Friday’s Post
This week, instead of a Guest Post Friday post here at Construction Law Musings, I am again featured at Small Firm Innovation. This month’s theme over at SFI is Outsourcing the Small Stuff and I am a big advocate of doing just that.
Wishing You All a Happy Labor Day
Well, it’s that time of year again. Kids are headed back to school tomorrow in my home state of Virginia. The end of summer is here and Labor Day is upon us. Here’s wishing you all a wonderful Labor Day. I hope you all have a nice last summer hurrah with your friends and family. […]