Originally posted 2017-09-04 10:00:22.
For this week’s Guest Post Friday here at Musings, we welcome Sam Glover. Sam writes for Lawyerist, moderates the LAB, and handles motions and appeals in Minnesota. He also drinks a lot of
Construction Law Musings
Construction Law Musings, published by the Law Office of Christopher G. Hill, PC, focuses on legal issues related to construction projects primarily in Virginia. The blog covers topics such as contract disputes, breach of contract principles including the doctrine of first breach, punitive damages in construction cases, and the implications of flow down clauses in subcontract agreements. It also addresses practical legal advice for contractors, subcontractors, and property owners regarding permissions, easements, and risk management. The blog provides case analyses and commentary on Virginia construction law developments, aiming to inform construction professionals about their rights and obligations under construction contracts and related legal matters.
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Yet Another Reason That Your Contract Matters
Originally posted 2012-01-16 09:00:11.

I have discussed on several occasions the fact that construction contracts matter. The words in contracts matter and, in Virginia (as well as other states), most provisions, if not all will be…
Happy New Year 2026 from Construction Law Musings
Another year of work, “musing,” interesting cases, and relationships, is in the books. I hope all of you had a great 2025 and I wish you a prosperous 2026. Without further ado, Happy New Year from Construction Law Musings and …
Virginia Multi-Employer Site Safety Issues–and How to Deal with Them
PSA: Getting the First Mechanic’s Lien on a Project is a Plus
Originally posted 2020-05-20 14:20:27.
As those that read this construction law blog are aware, I am a big fan of mechanic’s liens as a way to get paid. These powerful and tricky beasts are a great way to get an…
Happy Holidays from Construction Law Musings
We are nearing the end of another year and looking forward to the next. We are enjoying some Christmas cheer at the house with the kids and in-laws while Musings takes some holiday R&R.
I wish you all Happy Holidays…
Yet ANOTHER Reminder to Always Respond
Originally posted 2021-06-23 11:32:03.
You would think I wouldn’t have to discuss the absolute need to respond to any served pleadings, particularly after some of the prior examples of what can happen if you fail to respond. Of course, I…
Reminder: You Can’t Make Others Indemnify You for Your Own Actions
I have spoken about Virginia Code 11-4.1 and the prohibition on forcing others to indemnify for the actions of the indemnitees on a few occasions here at Construction Law Musings (See Uniwest Posts). The Western District of Virginia gave its…
Are Sprinklers “Equipment”? Yes They Are.
Originally posted 2011-01-24 09:00:44.
In the last month the Virginia Supreme Court decided two cases that should be of interest to contractors, subcontractors and material suppliers in the world of Virginia construction. In this week’s Construction Law Musings, I will…
Thank You for Year 19 of Legal Elite
Thank you once again to those in the Virginia legal community who elected me to the Virginia Business Legal Elite in the Construction Law category for the 19th consecutive year. The 19 consecutive years of election to the Legal Elite…
