by Jessica Gillette | Sep 18, 2023
CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT
Wednesday, January 24, 2024 | 7:30AM – 5:00PM | Virtual
The Construction Quality Management course offers prospective QC Managers and Administrators the opportunity to satisfy the CQM-C training requirements specified in most USACE and NAVFAC construction contracts. This course must be taken and the final test must be passed by any person aspiring to be the QC Manager/Administrator or alternate. The Contractors Quality Control (CQC) requirements and the Governments Quality Assurance (QA) roles are reviewed. Laptop/desk required.
A course certificate, valid for a five-year period from the date of the class, will be awarded to those who satisfactory complete the training and pass the final exam. At this time, any person that needs to recertify must attend a class.
SCHEDULE
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
7:15AM – WebEx Opens
7:30AM – Class Starts
5:00PM – Class Ends
LOCATION
Hosted through WebEx Meetings. All attendees will receive a link prior to class.
COST
Member – $75
Non-Member – $100
CANCELLATION POLICY
Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by 01/17/2024 EOD.
Questions?
Contact Amy Faris
by Jessica Gillette | Sep 11, 2023
CHANGE ORDERS, DELAYS AND CLAIMS
Thursday, December 7, 2023 | 2:00PM-5:00PM
Jointly sponsored by Fullerton & Knowles, P.C., and Associated Builders and Contractors
– Understand “Conduit” or “Pass Through” Provisions
– Pay when Paid Clauses and Claims Procedures
– How to protect yourself from delay and liquidated damage claims
– How to receive additional compensation for delay, design defects or changes on a project.
– What is the effect of a “No Damage for Delay” clause? What are “Implied Duties?”
Each participant will receive refreshments and the newest edition of the 700 page Construction Law Survival Manual.
LOCATION
ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility
42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
COST
Members: $50
Non-Members: $100
Coffee, water and breakfast bars provided
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 Amy McGeever
by Jessica Gillette | Sep 11, 2023
CONSTRUCTION LAW SURVIVAL SEMINAR
Tuesday, November 28, 2023 | 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 Amy McGeever
by Jessica Gillette | Aug 18, 2023
DON’T SUGARCOAT IT: EFFECTIVE EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
Thursday, October 26, 2023 | 11:30AM – 1:00PM | Lunch provided
Learn about effective management of employee performance issues to mitigate the risk of employment law claims. This presentation will address appropriate and necessary communication and documentation to support disciplinary actions. Explore common mistakes and how to avoid making them when dealing with problem employees and include scenarios and perspectives from both employee & managers.
This workshop is designed for C-Suite, leadership and management.
SPEAKERS
Kristina H. Vaquera, Managing Principal and Office Litigation Manager, Jackson Lewis P.C. – Kristina H. Vaquera is the office managing principal and office litigation manager of the Norfolk, Virginia, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Her practice focuses exclusively on labor and employment counseling and litigation. Kristina represents employers in federal and state court lawsuits and agency investigations and charges covering a wide range of statutes and subjects, including anti-discrimination and civil rights laws, wrongful termination claims, disability accommodation and access, wage and hour laws, covenants not to compete, leave of absence claims, negligent hire/retention, and breaches of fiduciary duty and contract, as well as traditional labor issues, including bargaining and negotiations. Kristina has litigated class and collective actions, including FLSA, FCRA, and discrimination class actions. She also represents clients in grievances, mediations, arbitrations, and charges before various national and state entities.
Milena Radovic, Associate, Jackson Lewis P.C. – Milena Radovic is an associate in the Norfolk, Virginia, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Her practice focuses exclusively on workplace law, including employment litigation, workplace training, and preventative client counseling. Milena defends employers against claims brought under Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, and tort claims, including assault and battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress, negligent hire and retention, and wrongful discharge, in both federal and state courts, in arbitrations as well as before federal, state, and local administrative agencies. Milena also provides clients with employee handbook review and training on a wide variety of employment topics. Milena also frequently presents on employment law related topics to local organizations and associations. Prior to joining Jackson Lewis, Milena was a prosecutor in the Office of the Norfolk Commonwealth’s Attorney. She now uses her prosecution experience to defend management charged with criminal offenses stemming from workplaces incidents.
LOCATION
5505 Robin Hood Road, Norfolk, VA 23513
*Attendee parking in the back of the building. Enter through Door #21*
COST
Members $67
Non-members $97
Includes lunch
SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY
Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance.
Questions?
Contact Jamie Carrow
by Jessica Gillette | Aug 15, 2023
CONSTRUCTION LAW SURVIVAL SEMINAR
Wednesday, October 18, 2023 | 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 Hampton Roads Training Facility
5505 Robin Hood Road, Norfolk, VA 23513
*Attendee parking is in back of building. Enter through Door #21*
COST
Member – $100 | Non-Member – $100
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 Jamie Carrow
