Hirschler Construction Law Blog
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A resource for design professionals, contractors, lower-tier contractors, and suppliers. Blog readers can expect concise, easy-to-follow posts on pertinent & timely issues covering the construction process spectrum from concept to close-out. Topics covered are Legislation, Dispute Resolution, Procurement, Insurance, Licenses, Arbitration & Mediation, Workforce Development.
Hirschler Construction Law Blog
1M ago
On February 22, 2024, a federal judge in Texas issued a ruling delaying the implementation of the National Labor Relations Board’s new rule on joint employers. The rule—which will now be effective March 11, 2024—expands the current standard for determining joint-employer status. This expansion means that more employers will likely be subject to responsibilities and liabilities associated with workers who were not previously considered their employees ..read more
Hirschler Construction Law Blog
3M ago
Spending on nonresidential construction will cool to a modest 4% increase in 2024, after experiencing a remarkable 20% increase in 2023, according to the most recent American Institute of Architects (AIA) Consensus Construction Forecast, published on January 11, 2024 ..read more
Hirschler Construction Law Blog
4M ago
Virginia mechanic’s liens can be tricky, full of pitfalls, landmines, and traps for the unwary. One of those traps is the sometimes confusing and often misunderstood “150-Day Rule.” And a recent mechanic’s lien case from the City of Norfolk addresses not only the 150-Day Rule, but also the difference between (i) a “mere inaccuracy” in the memorandum of lien (which will not invalidate the lien), and (ii) a fatal inclusion of dollar amounts in the lien which will invalidate the lien and render it completely unenforceable ..read more
Hirschler Construction Law Blog
1y ago
As we near the mid-point of 2023, the economic outlook continues to remain uncertain at best. The Federal Reserve continues to raise interest rates, sending ripple effects throughout the markets. While the employment data continues to be strong in most sectors, inflation has only subsided minimally, leaving many to wonder what the remainder of 2023 will bring ..read more
Hirschler Construction Law Blog
2y ago
Enactment of new statutory language directly addressing the impact of pay-when-paid provisions in Virginia will become effective January 1, 2023 ..read more
Hirschler Construction Law Blog
2y ago
New legislation now prevents Virginia contractors from withholding payment on one project to address claims or backcharges on another ..read more
Hirschler Construction Law Blog
2y ago
On November 4, 2021, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released its highly anticipated emergency temporary standard (ETS) which requires large employers to implement certain vaccination or testing policies and other measures to protect employees from the spread of COVID-19. OSHA contemporaneously issued helpful FAQs.   ..read more