Court of Appeal confirms payments made to contractors after receiving notice of subcontractor lien claims will increase the amount an Owner must pay to remove liens from title under s.23 of the BLA.
As the economy continues to put pressure on the construction industry in BC, we are seeing a sharp increase in parties trying to file Certificates of Pending Litigation (commonly called a “CPL”) against properties. Interestingly, they are only narrowly allowed.
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Managing risk in construction projects is critical. Legal strategies for contractors and developers can help avoid costly mistakes.
Subcontractors must beware of “Pay-If-Paid” clauses that may be included in their subcontracts.
In British Columbia, construction conflicts can be complex, involving multiple parties and issues. Arbitration offers parties an alternative to traditional litigation, providing a more flexible and private means of resolving disputes.
Prompt Payment legislation is one of the top issues facing contractors today, as recently reiterated in the recently released 2023 BC Construction Industry Survey. We help contractors get paid. If getting paid has become a challenge for your business, reach out to us for a free, confidential, no commitment consultation.
Sometimes very shortly before a sale is to close, an old mortgage is discovered, causing problems. You need to get it removed, fast.
The goal of judicial review is to ensure that administrative decision-makers are accountable should they make serious mistakes, act unfairly or do something the law does not give them the power to do.
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Disclaimer: The information gained through this website is no substitute for obtaining proper legal advice. Each situation is unique, and many of the principles discussed on this site are challenging to apply properly to a given situation, and may be location dependent. Also, as the law in this area is constantly changing, it is important to check that the information you are relying on is current. If you have any questions about the contents of this blog, or any questions related to legal issues in construction, please contact the author.
