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Undivided co-ownership

When people say they are co-owners of a property, without knowing it, they are referring to undivided co-ownership, as opposed to divided co-ownership. In practice, being in an undivided co-ownership almost always presupposes a close relationship between the...

Civil Justice in Gatineau during the COVID-19 pandemic

The following is a brief summary of what there is to know in the Civil Justice Department, Gatineau District, during the COVID-19 pandemic: The extinctive prescription and lapse of time periods in civil matters, as well as the civil deadlines are suspended until the...
Those contracts that are part of our daily lives!

Those contracts that are part of our daily lives!

Contracts are everywhere and come in different forms, from buying a package of gum to renting a house, to a handshake between two neighbours for an exchange of services. The vast majority of contracts do not involve a lawyer. Lawyers are generally involved when it...

Hidden defects: Getting information to better protect yourself

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 from any problems....

A simple precaution to take before buying a condo

Are you tired of spending long hours maintaining your property and considering buying a condo to get rid of this burden? Buying a condo may be the right solution for you, but be aware that in order to avoid future problems, you have some homework to do before making...
No one can take advantage of their own fault

No one can take advantage of their own fault

This is an old principle dating back to the beginning of time that can be applied to an incalculable number of situations. This is only common sense: no one can take advantage of their own fault. This is the duty of care that is required of all of us, at all times....

The verbal modification of a contract

On your lawyer’s recommendation, you have signed a written contract with your client to protect yourself in the event of a dispute. After all, it’s a long-term contract that is important to your business and a verbal contract didn’t seem enough. Gradually,...

Receiving legal documents other than by bailiff

Any legal remedy begins with the filing in court of a document called the statement of claim. In principle, this document must then be served by bailiff on the other party, or on each of them if there are more than one. However, you can be properly sued...