The floods of 2017 and 2019 left their mark on all of Quebec, and these events were very costly for municipalities, the government and also many citizens. This is what sounded the alarm: our system clearly has several shortcomings when…
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A mandate, also known as power of attorney, is a contract by which one person (the principal) gives another person (the agent) the power to enter one or more legal transactions with a third party in their name and on…
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At the end of your home construction project, upon acceptance of the work, be careful not to accept unreservedly the work, or make the final payment, if some defects are apparent. I have a general contractor A client who accepts…
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Building a brand new house is such an exciting project! Earlier this month we covered the planning required, as well as the licenses and permits to obtain before construction can begin. Now, with your plans, licenses and permits in hand,…
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It is no secret that the current Covid-19 pandemic is causing real estate fever: more and more people are looking to become homeowners in a saturated market. As a result, the buyer is often forced to acquire a property at…
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The formal notice is often the first step in a dispute. But how useful is it? Why is it so important? This article explains what you need to know about the formal notice. Distinction to be made A formal notice…
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With winter coming, we will all have to change the summer tires on our vehicles to winter tires. While this may seem trivial, we will have to sign a service contract with a garage. The same applies when we buy…
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Several myths exist regarding hidden defects. Many people mistakenly believe that these are essentially vices that have been hidden in order to get a better price. Others will say that hiring the services of an inspector or expert protects you…
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The construction industry is difficult and risky: many companies can become insolvent and have to close shop after a project that has gone wrong. In this context, the law gives construction contractors an important privilege, namely the ability to register…
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