Construction
Construction Law Resumption of Limitations Periods and Practice Management Tips
While they were initially caught by the general suspension that was retroactive to March 16th, the suspension for matters under the Construction Act was lifted for all matters on and after April 16, 2020. In effect, limitation periods were suspended from March 16, 2020 to April 16, 2020. Time ran again on April 16th, with… Read More »
Categories: Construction, Online OnlyConstruction Lien Flowchart
This detailed flowchart will help you determine which Act applies to your construction law matter. Generally, the old Act will apply where a contract for the improvement was entered into before July 1, 2018 or a “procurement process” for the improvement was commenced before July 1, 2018 by the owner. If neither of these circumstances… Read More »
Categories: Checklist, ConstructionUpdate: Upcoming Changes to the Construction Act
By Brendan Bowles, partner at Glaholt LLP and Madalina Sontrop, associate at Glaholt LLP In the year since its enactment, Ontario’s new Construction Act has already made a noted impact on the practice of construction law in the province. The amendments to the previous Construction Lien Act (“CLA”) were to be implemented in two phases:… Read More »
Categories: Areas of Law, Construction, Online OnlyOntario’s New Construction Act Arrives on July 1, 2018: Don’t get Caught by the Transition Rules
[This article was edited on June 7, 2018] The Construction Lien Act amendments will begin to take effect July 1, 2018. Hailing big changes to timelines, procedures and the manner in which many disputes will be resolved, the new legislation includes a gradual transition to help you avoid a misapplication of the new provisions. Among… Read More »
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