Construction Legislative Update: Virginia General Assembly’s 2015 Regular...
On Wednesday, January 14, 2015, the Virginia General Assembly convened its 2015 Regular Session. Although the odd year Regular Sessions are scheduled to last only 30 days, the General Assembly has the...
View ArticleThe Dangerous Terrain of “Pay If Paid” Provisions in Virginia — The Power of...
One of the most misunderstood concepts in Virginia construction law is the difference between “pay when paid” and “pay if paid” provisions. If I had a dime for every time I’ve discussed the difference...
View ArticleTime is of the Essence – Notice and Filing Requirements for Payment Bond Claims
We have previously discussed the deadlines and timing associated with filing and perfecting a mechanic’s lien in Virginia. In this post we will discuss the notice and filing requirements to assert a...
View ArticleWho Can I Sue on a Construction Project in Virginia? The Impact of...
One quirk of Virginia law, especially as it pertains to construction projects, is the limitation on who can sue whom. A basic step in analyzing just about any dispute on a construction project in...
View ArticleSpeaking at “Getting the Money Right” Seminar
There was a great turnout this morning at the “Getting the Money Right” program at the Claude Moore Center in Roanoke. There were representatives from entities involved in the construction business...
View ArticleDoes A Claim for Implied Indemnification Exist on Construction Projects in...
A few months ago, the United States District Court for the Western District of Virginia issued an opinion in the matter of International Fidelity Ins. Co. v. Western Va. Water Authority v. First State...
View ArticlePayment Bonds Required By Virginia’s Little Miller Act.
During the recent (and ongoing) recession, we have seen a significant rise in the number of non-payment claims asserted by subcontractors, sub-subcontractors and suppliers on commercial construction...
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