Tag: Virginia

Even Where Fraud and Contract Mix, Be Careful With Timing

Christopher G. Hill | Construction Law Musings I have often discussed the limited circumstances under which a construction contract claim and a fraud claim can coexist.  A recent case from the Western District of Virginia federal court demonstrates that care is necessary even in those limited circumstances. In Fluor Fed. Sols., LLC v. Bae Sys. Ordinance Sys.,… Continue reading Even Where Fraud and Contract Mix, Be Careful With Timing

2021 Construction Related Bills to Keep an Eye On

Christopher G. Hill | Construction Law Musings Each year here at Musings, I try and highlight some key construction industry-related bills that are winding their way through the Virginia General Assembly.  This year is no different, though this year does not have the action level that prior years have had. Without further ado, here are… Continue reading 2021 Construction Related Bills to Keep an Eye On

Another Reminder that Contracts are Powerful in Virginia

Christopher G. Hill | Construction Law Musings Regular readers of this construction law blog are likely tired of my refrain that the contract is king here in Virginia.  With few exceptions, some of which have been passed in the last few years, the contract can and does essentially set the “law” for the transaction.  A recent opinion from the 4th… Continue reading Another Reminder that Contracts are Powerful in Virginia

Time is of the Essence, Even When the Contract Doesn’t Say So

Christopher G. Hill | Construction Law Musings Welcome to 2021!  As often happens here at Construction Law Musings, the year starts with a few posts on notable construction law cases that dropped in the past year or so.  Not only does this review hopefully help you keep up, but helps me keep up with the latest… Continue reading Time is of the Essence, Even When the Contract Doesn’t Say So

Yet Another Reminder that Tort and Contract Don’t Mix

Christopher G. Hill | Construction Law Musings I have stated on numerous occasions here at Musings that in Virginia, contract claims and tort claims (read fraud) don’t mix.  A recent case from the Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia presents another example of this principle.  In Itility LLC v. The Staffing Resource Group, Judge… Continue reading Yet Another Reminder that Tort and Contract Don’t Mix