Performing construction work without a license is a dicey proposition. Not only may it jeopardize a party’s lien rights, but contractors may also face administrative penalties from the state licensing...
Despite major financial struggles in 2020, Cedar Fair Entertainment Company is planning an equally significant investment in its theme parks across the United States. The company announced in August of...
A mechanics lien is a powerful legal remedy for contractors to ensure payment. But with great power comes great responsibility, and unfortunately, there are some that misuse the legal system...
Almost a year ago to date, Virginia passed a new law making general contractors on certain types of projects potentially liable for wage payment violations of their subcontractors. But the...
As the new year begins, so do state legislative sessions. The 2021 Virginia General Assembly has three pieces of legislation that are currently being considered that would affect contractors working...
With contractors, material suppliers, and construction-related clients owed nearly a combined $1 million in unsecured claims, Virginia general contractor VP Construction filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on December 17, 2020,...
Getting paid on construction projects is inherently more difficult than it should be. This is why mechanics lien rights were invented in the first place! Before accepting any project, it’s...
When a lien is bonded off on a construction project in Virginia, the claimant must make a separate claim against the bond. As one subcontractor discovered, it’s important to name...
In their 2020 session, the State of Virginia enacted legislation that grants construction employees private causes of actions for nonpayment on a construction project. One of the most significant changes...
Virginia mechanics lien claimants should know that insignificant errors won't always ruin their lien claims. Still, attention to detail is important.