A handshake might seal the deal but it won’t hold up in court.In this Drill Bit, Dan breaks down why “trust” alone isn’t enough and what you need to do to make a handshake agreement legally binding. In the construction world, handshakes happen every day. But when payment disputes or unfinished work arise, a…
Every successful renovation starts long before the first hammer swings.From understanding your contracts to vetting your contractor and confirming permits, these pre-reno power moves can make or break your project. Watch as Dan breaks down how early legal advice and clear documentation can help homeowners and contractors protect their time, money, and peace of…
Sometimes you’re not looking for a fight, you’re just looking for clarity. Whether you need legal advice or simply want to understand your options (legally), there’s value in that first conversation. Good legal counsel is about solving problems, Great legal counsel is about preventing them. Watch the full episode now. #LegalAdvice #LegalAdviceForContractors #thingstoknow #consideration #businessowner #reality #realitycheck #whattodo #expertanswers #expertadvice #righttoknow #strategy #tellyourstory #wecanhelp #ontario #lawyers…
Ever wonder how the costs consequences (partial and substantial costs) play in the case of walk-away offers, if the matter proceeds to trial and the Court decides in favour of the defendant and rejects the plaintiff’s claim? Read our latest post to find out!
While the Act of God has not received the extensive analysis in law as it should have, one thing is clear: the Courts focus more on the unforeseeability and impossibility of action that follows to determine whether to nullify a contract based on an Act of God.
Many lawyers consider the non-disparagement clause to be necessary when drafting a form of Full and Final Release. The real question, however, is whether these clauses are deemed enforceable.
Think all civil litigation follows the same procedure? Think again. Read our latest article to learn about the nuanced procedural differences under ordinary litigation and construction lien proceeding.
Three years into the Interim Adjudication process under Part II.1 of the Construction Act, it is apparent that what was promised as a quick and dirty approach to dispute resolution is turning into a fly-by-night process that creates more problems than solutions. In this article, the author shares his thoughts on some of these problems.
While litigation in construction lien issues takes place within the formal, court system, parties have the ability to take such disputes outside of their system and into the hands of their community leaders.
Settlements are always preferred to litigation, but it’s important to note the following procedural steps when finalizing a settlement in construction lien litigation.
