by Jessica Gillette | Jun 10, 2025
MANAGING ECONOMIC VOLATILITY & TARIFFS IN CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS
Monday, July 14, 2025 | 3:00PM – 5:00PM
This presentation will provide practical legal and project management strategies for dealing with economic challenges in construction projects, such as inflation, tariffs, and material cost spikes. Speakers from Offit Kurman, Attorneys At Law.
Topics covered:
— Overview of industry-standard clauses that help manage economic risk and evaluation of how well these clauses address volatility.
— Legal doctrines that may provide relief even without express contract terms and limitations and requirements for invoking them.
— Tailoring contracts to anticipate economic fluctuations, including escalation clauses, force majeure, and material price adjustment provisions.
— What to do when facing or filing a claim for cost overages, and legal and procedural steps to protect your position.
Q&A and Informal Happy Hour/Networking to follow
LOCATION
ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility
42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
COST
Members – $40
Non-Members – $60
SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY
Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice to cancel must be received within 48 hours of training for a refund.
Questions?
Contact Jenny Tashjian
by Jessica Gillette | Mar 28, 2025
SPECIAL WEBINAR: WHAT EVERY CONTRACTOR NEEDS TO KNOW
ABOUT GOVERNMENT-MANDATED PLAS IN VIRGINIA
Thursday, May 1, 2025 | 2:00PM – 3:00PM | Virtual
Please note: registration is through the Virginians for Fairness website – REGISTER HERE
Government-mandated Project Labor Agreements – called PLAs – are popping up with increasing frequency in the Commonwealth.
Learn what every Virginia contractor needs to know about PLAs, including:
• Common requirements of PLAs
• Federal PLA updates
• Virginia PLA updates
• What Virginians for Fairness is doing to fight government-mandated PLAs
A link and password to join the webinar will be provided prior to the event.
About Virginians for Fairness
Virginians for Fair Contracting & Employee Protection – Virginians for Fairness – is a 501c(4) organization comprised of taxpayers, business leaders, and workers united in the belief that government-mandated PLAs in Virginia undermine fair competition and inflate costs to the public. Our mission is to advocate for open, competitive bidding processes that serve the best interests of all Virginians. We stand for transparency, accountability, and equal opportunity on public construction projects.
LOCATION
Virtual
Link to be sent to attendees within two (2) hours of webinar
COST
This is a free webinar for members, however, registration is required to ensure all attendees receive the meeting link.
Questions?
Contact Pat Dean
by Jessica Gillette | Jan 14, 2025
PREVAILING WAGE COMPLIANCE: NAVIGATING THE DAVIS-BACON ACT
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 | 4:00PM – 6:00PM
Join us for an in-depth presentation on navigating the complexities of the Davis-Bacon Act and Virginia’s specific regulations. You’ll gain essential knowledge to ensure compliance, avoid costly mistakes, and maximize your competitiveness in prevailing wage jobs.
• Ensure Accuracy: Learn how to identify the correct wage determination and avoid errors that can lead to costly fines and penalties.
• Streamline Compliance: Understand Certified Payroll Report (CPR) mandates and best practices to simplify your reporting process and reduce the risk of non-compliance.
• Optimize Fringe Benefits: Discover how to calculate and maximize fringe benefit obligations, potentially saving you thousands of dollars on labor costs.
Additional topics covered will include:
• Overtime calculations and compliance
• Managing holidays, paid time, sick leave, and weekend work
• Navigating wage increases over the project’s lifespan
Exclusive Bonus: Each attendee will receive a signed copy of “The Contractor’s Guide to the Davis-Bacon Act: Essential Knowledge for Bidding and Compliance on Prevailing Wage Jobs” by Nat Peniston – a valuable resource to help you stay ahead of the curve.
INSTRUCTOR – Nat Peniston, Vice President, Fringe Benefit Group, Inc.
Nat Peniston is a national expert on government-funded prevailing wage obligations and works closely with construction contractors to ensure proper compliance, particularly in bona fide employee benefits strategies. An accomplished author, he has published numerous articles in ABC’s Construction Executive magazine and published the book, “The Contractor’s Guide to the Davis-Bacon Act: Essential Knowledge for Bidding and Compliance on Prevailing Wage Jobs.” Nat is a past chairman of the board of ABC – Central Texas and is involved in various charitable organizations. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Miami and lives in Austin, TX, with his wife and two daughters.
LOCATION
ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility
1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228
COST
Members $30
Non-members $60
Light snacks and non-alcoholic refreshments provided
CANCELLATION/SUBSTITUTION POLICY
Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) are no longer available.
by Jessica Gillette | Oct 21, 2024
CONSTRUCTION LAW SURVIVAL SEMINAR
Thursday, December 5, 2024 | 9:00AM – 4:30PM
Our Construction Law Survival Seminar is back, as requested after our last successful session! Join Jim Fullerton for a full-day discussion on what you need to know about construction law as a professional in the construction industry.
TOPICS COVERED:
Mechanic’s Liens
– Time Limits, Notices and Claims to Preserve
Mechanic’s Lien Rights in Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania and D.C.
Public and Private Payment Bond Rights
– Federal Miller Act and State Little Miller Acts in Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania and D.C.
– Private Payment Bond Rights
Lien & Bond Progress Payment Waivers
– Review and revising waivers in contracts and progress payment waivers
– Lien Waivers, Bond Right Waivers, & Claims Waivers
Construction Contracts
– Contract Terms to put in your Proposals
– Reviewing and Revising Contracts you receive
– Conduit, Pay when Paid Clauses and Claims Procedures
Each Construction Law Survival Seminar participant will receive continental breakfast, lunch, refreshments and the newest edition of the 700 page Construction Law Survival Manual. Seminar starts at 9:00 am. Check-in starts at 8:30 am.
SPEAKER
James D. Fullerton, President, Fullerton & Knowles, P.C.
Mr. Fullerton is a Martindale Hubbell Peer Rated Lawyer Preeminent. Jim represents owners, lenders, design professionals, suppliers, subcontractors, general contractors and other members of the real estate and construction industries region-wide. He advises on all real estate and construction law issues; public procurement and bidding, contract formation and disputes; defects in labor and materials; design defects in plans and specifications; inefficiency, impact and delay claims; mechanic’s lien and bond rights; litigation, arbitration and mediation in public and private projects; joint ventures, mentor protegee agreements and other arrangements for minority and disadvantaged business enterprises; bank and lender representation; commercial transactions and loan closings; sales contracts and leases.
Mr. Fullerton is also a master brick mason, a licensed real estate broker and the owner of Summit Real Estate. He is Counsel to Board of Directors, Virginia Precast Concrete Association; and is Counsel to Board of Directors, Central Atlantic Precast Concrete Association. He graduated from the University of Colorado and the University of Virginia School of Law.
LOCATION
ABC-VA Northern VA Training Facility
42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
COST
Member – $100
Non-Member – $100
Includes breakfast bars, coffee, water and lunch
SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY
Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance.
Questions?
Contact Erin Stamer
by Jessica Gillette | Jun 12, 2024
CLAIMS MANAGEMENT: PLAN WHERE YOU’RE GOING OR END UP SOMEWHERE ELSE
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | 11:30AM – 1:00PM | Lunch provided
Join us for an essential seminar on construction project claims management with Neil Lowenstein, thrice-named a top lawyer among the region and nationally.
What We Will Cover:
🔹 Strategy Planning: Learn to recognize, preserve, develop, and resolve project claims effectively.
🔹 Types of Claims: Understand how to manage claims related to changes, differing site conditions, delays, work disputes, non-payment, and more.
🔹 Participant Viewpoints: Gain insights from different tiers of project participants to navigate claims successfully.
Our goal is to help you avoid the claims you can and confidently manage and resolve those you cannot. Don’t miss this opportunity to improve your claims management skills and ensure smoother project execution!
FACILITATOR
Neil Lowenstein, Principal, Woods Rogers – Neil Lowenstein has been a dedicated attorney at Woods Rogers Vandeventer Black since 1989, specializing in construction law, government contract law, suretyship, fidelity law, and alternative dispute resolution. He is an experienced litigator with expertise in administrative and regulatory matters. Read Neil’s full, impressive bio here
LOCATION **PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW ADDRESS**
ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility
530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320
**Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.**
COST
Members – $67
Non-Members – $97
Lunch provided
SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY
Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Please note: a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance.
Questions?
Contact Jamie Carrow
