Corestone Law Blog

  Contracts are one of the pillars of Canada’s legal system. Alongside established laws like the Criminal Code of Canada, contracts set out legal obligations that […]

About the Series Liens 101 is a series of articles that focuses exclusively on construction liens in Ontario. This series will provide an overview of some […]

A recent Superior Court decision in Nolet v Granger clarifies different owners’ contending rights. Nolet v Granger – Easement Case In Nolet v. Granger, 2024 ONSC […]

  On June 6, 2024, Bill 200 for the Homeowners Protection Act, 2024 (“HPA”) received Royal Assent from Ontario’s legislature, immediately coming into full force and […]

Introduction In 2018, Ontario’s Construction Act, RSO 1990, c C.30 (the “Act”) underwent a major overhaul following years and years of legislative consultancy and debate. One […]

Introduction 3 Gill Homes Inc. v. 5009796 Ontario Inc. (Kassar Homes), 2024 ONCA 6 In a unanimous decision released in January of this year, the Ontario […]

Intro It’s not often that the Supreme Court of Canada (“SCC”) hears a case concerning a construction issue, but when it does, it usually has a […]

Intro Spring is finally here and as many Canadians know, this means it is the beginning of construction season. Cities start fixing up roads, and property […]

In today’s dynamic business environment, engineering firms face the constant threat of legal claims, even in the absence of any wrongdoing. These claims can be not […]

  In the dynamic landscape of construction projects, changes to contracts are not uncommon. Whether it’s adjusting project scope, dealing with unforeseen issues, or proposing modifications […]

  In the ever-evolving legal landscape, 2024 brings forth pivotal changes set to impact the realms of construction, property, and labour. As we step into this […]

  Written by Harp Khukh, Corestone Law ***This article was originally written for the Voice Magazine for Ontario Society of Professional Engineers June 2020 issue***  New […]

  Whether you are renovating the basement of a residential home or building a high-rise condominium, one of the most important factors for a successful construction […]

When disputes arise in the construction industry, pursuing legal recourse through Small Claims Court becomes a crucial step toward resolving conflicts. Whether you are an engineer, […]

By Shiksha Puri and Harp Khukh In December 2020, the Canadian Construction Documents Committee (“CCDC”) introduced an updated version to the CCDC 2 Stipulated Price Contract […]

  In 2018, the old Construction Lien Act was substantially amended and renamed the Construction Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.30. (the “Act”). On October 1, 2019, […]

There are many circumstances in which companies, property owners or individuals in the construction industry would require the help of legal counsel. Construction lawyers are well […]

Small Claims Court is a less formal court in Ontario which allows you to sue a person or business for money owed to you in the […]

When purchasing a resale home—a home that was previously owned—you should have basic knowledge of legal remedies that may be available should you discover defects in […]

The Construction Lien Act was significantly updated and renamed the Construction Act. The changes were implemented in two phases. Phase one was implemented on July 1, 2018 and updated many […]

The world of building and renovations usually involves many different players including: owners, developers, builders, architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, labourers and material suppliers. With so many […]

Introduction If you are a business owner who requires a physical location for your operations, you will either need to purchase a space, or more likely, […]

It is common practice for potential clients to request an estimate of fees for engineering services. An estimate allows clients to appropriately plan and budget based […]

If a lawsuit involves issues that require specialized knowledge, an expert is hired to assess the issue, prepare a report and, possibly, provide testimony at trial. […]

As the official legal partner for the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers, we receive various inquiries from members. Our most frequently asked question is whether there […]

Part II of the Construction Lien Act, R.S.O. 1990, c C.30 (“CLA”), sets out the trust provisions and breach of trust claim, which is often overlooked. […]