Virginia Joins 11 Other States Prohibiting Pay-If-Paid Clauses in Construction Contracts
Best Practices Construction Law
JUNE 15, 2022
1997), which held that “pay if paid” clauses are unenforceable because it essentially forces a subcontractor to waive or forfeit his constitutionally protected mechanics lien rights if the owner fails to pay the general contractor. 435) and Virginia’s wage theft statute (Va. Code 11-4.6). this is the “pay if paid” prohibition); and.
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