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Law

Oct 3, 2020

Liquidated damages and deposits in construction

Historically in Canadian common law, the courts will not require a party to pay a genuine or true penalty on grounds of public policy.
Jul 16, 2018

New bonding requirements for public sector contracts

Changes to the Construction Act came into effect for all contractors on July 1, 2018 that will have a substantial impact on public sector contracts.
Mar 6, 2018

The potential lien for maintenance work in Ontario - and beyond

A recent case has opened the door for landscape maintenance contractors in Ontario to argue that their services should be considered lienable.
Jan 9, 2018

Case study: Where a written change order is required but not obtained

Good risk management under a contract requires contractors and subcontractors to be thinking about the contract throughout the life of a project.
Jan 9, 2018

Protect yourself at all times

If we do not protect ourselves from incoming blows, then who will? Consumers have protection laws and The Better Business Bureau, as well as the courts.
Oct 24, 2016

New sexual harassment laws now in effect

Legislation expands definition of harassment.

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