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Does the increase in the cost of materials justify the contractor doing the same?

10 September 2025 Azran Avocats

You have recently bought a new property at a certain price, but now at the time of delivery of the construction, your contractor announces a price higher than the initially agreed price and threatens to terminate the contract if you refuse to pay the new price. The reasons he gives you are classic, he is a victim of the drastic increase in the cost of materials and the shortage of labor related to the pandemic. Is he entitled to terminate the contract for such a reason? What are your rights and possible remedies?

Commercial Lease Litigation in Montreal: Understanding the Issues, Preventing Conflicts and Protecting Your Rights

9 July 2025 admin-azran

In Montreal, disputes relating to commercial leases have become a daily legal reality. Commercial lease disputes are at the intersection of commercial law and real estate law, but they mainly fall under real estate law, for the following reasons: Commercial lease agreements, when not carefully drafted or adapted to the specific realities of the parties, can lead to serious legal and financial complications. In a context where every square foot is valued at the highest level, a disagreement over rent or use of the premises can quickly degenerate into costly legal proceedings. This problem is all the more acute in…

Co-ownership law Corporate and commercial law Real estate law

Understanding Legal Remedies in Commercial Disputes: Commercial Injunctions and Leases

15 January 2025 BlackcatSEO

In the business world, conflicts are inevitable, whether they involve disputes between business partners, tenants and landlords, or contractual breaches. The ability to act quickly and effectively is crucial to protect the rights at stake and limit harm. This is where two major legal tools come into play: injunctions and the management of commercial leases. This article explores the situations where these tools can be used, their specificities, and why calling on a firm like Azran Avocats can transform a delicate situation into an advantageous solution. Understanding Injunctions: An Emergency Measure to Protect Your Rights What is an injunction? An…

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When Divorce Meets Real Estate – Navigating the Troubled Waters of Real Estate Sharing

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Pre-Purchase Inspection is it Necessary?

15 November 2017 Azran Avocats

Know that when buying a property, the buyer must be careful and diligent. In the Civil Code of Québec, Parliament has provided for a legal guarantee of the seller whose objective is to protect the buyers of any hidden defects. In order for this guarantee to be claimed in the courts, if there are latent defects, the purchaser must prove that prior to the purchase of the immovable in question, he acted prudently and diligently. The purchaser must demonstrate that he has diligently inspected the building to identify any apparent defects that may affect the building. An inspector? IF THE…