Topic: Construction Law
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A new procedure for lien claims against municipalities
Topic: Construction Law June 27, 2019 by Ron Petersen & Matthew Smith
Municipalities should brace themselves for further amendments to the construction law regime in Ontario. Effective October 1, 2019, lien claimants will no longer be required to register a lien against …
Non-Payment of Holdback under the Construction Act
Topic: Construction Law by Ron Petersen & Matthew Smith
Under the previous Construction Lien Act, contractors and subcontractors were often concerned that they would not receive payment 45 days after substantial completion. There was a concern that they would …