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The mandate

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 their behalf. When you engage the services of a...

Building a New House – Acceptance of Work and its Consequences

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 the works from a contractor without...

Building a New House – Who Can Work on the Building Site?

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, comes the time to (finally!)...

Be a prudent buyer even in a crazy real estate market

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 over-auction, abandoning the pre-purchase...

The formal notice: an indispensable tool

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 is a written notice sent by the creditor to the debtor,...

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....

The Legal Construction Hypothec

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 a notice of...