Originally posted 2017-12-25 10:00:02.
Punitive damages are hard to come by in construction law cases. This is because almost all construction contract cases are exactly that: contract cases. Between the economic loss rule and the Virginia
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.
Originally posted 2017-12-25 10:00:02.
Punitive damages are hard to come by in construction law cases. This is because almost all construction contract cases are exactly that: contract cases. Between the economic loss rule and the Virginia…
Well, it’s been a while since my last post here at Musings due to travel, work, Thanksgiving, etc. so I thought I’d let a recent case remind us all that while breaching a construction contract is bad, doing it first…
It is that time of year again when I find it appropriate to reflect on the great things in my life. As I sit here with my family on Thanksgiving Day 2025, I have much to be thankful for. I…
Originally posted 2013-08-26 09:10:19.

Thank goodness for my pal and fellow blogger, Craig Martin (@craigmartin_jd). Whenever I hit a bout of writer’s block, he comes through with a great idea for a post that…
Originally posted 2012-04-24 17:00:18.
On at least one occasion here at Construction Law Musings, I have discussed the need to operate your business as a corporation or LLC. The primary reason that I, as a construction…
Originally posted 2019-01-07 09:00:13.
These days in construction, and other pursuits, teaming agreements have become a great method for large and small contractors to work together to take advantage of various contract and job requirements from minority participation to veteran…
Remember when I suggested (well, maybe more than just suggested) that construction attorneys from Virginia and close by should attend the 46th Annual Construction and Public Contracts Law seminar in Charlottesville? Well, the seminar was last week and it…
Originally posted 2016-07-01 09:00:07.

It seems like only yesterday that I ventured out on my own and started my solo construction law practice back in 2010. The reaction and fulfillment since I announced my move…
Originally posted 2014-07-09 09:44:02.
The Federal Miller Act is a great tool that subcontractors and suppliers on Federal projects can use for collection of wrongfully withheld amounts due. However, as a recent federal case from the Eastern District of Virginia…