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05/12/2021

Construction law dispute? Call Pathfinder Law for a free telephone consultation 604-850-4685

02/12/2021

Are you looking for expert legal services? Call Pathfinder Law for a free consultation today! We are experts in construction law. DM us or call 604-850-4685.

02/01/2021

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Whether you are the supplier of materials used on a project, a subcontractor, or the prime contractor, the BC Builders Lien Act has significant ramifications for most parties within a construction project. It provides rights and imposes obligations in addition to parties respective rights under thei...

01/07/2021

Did you know: You have one year to Commence a Lien Action (i.e. legal proceedings) from the day you register your builders lien.
Section 33(1) of the Builders Lien Act provides a one-year time limit from the date the lien claim was filed for commencing the action to enforce the claim of lien.

At the time the claim of lien is filed, it is prudent to contact a lawyer to ensure your lien is enforceable. It is always important to contact a lawyer well before the one-year limitation period and to instruct the lawyer in sufficient time in regards to the commencement of the action. Are you facing a construction dispute? Haven’t been paid for a construction project? Call Pathfinder Law for a free Consultation at 604-850-4685 of email [email protected]

12/20/2020

The Builders Lien Act requires all the parties in the payment chain – owners, contractors, sub-contractors etc. – must maintain a 10% holdback from the parties below them in the chain including contractors, sub-contractors, and sub-sub-contractors. This 10% holdback is not related to the possibility of deficiency claims, delay claims, or other potential liabilities that a contracts workers or a subcontractor may endure. Indeed, numerous construction contracts will incorporate further holdback sums for things like possible deficiencies. The 10% builders lien holdback isn't identified with your agreement and you can't contract out of this requirement.

Any contractor or subcontractor must holdback 10% of the agreement cost until the finish of the holdback period. Note that you don't holdback back funds from laborers, material providers, architects or engineers.

The holdback period expires after 55 days following the date the certificate of completion is issued. Payment of the holdback can be made on the 56th day, assuming no valid lien is filed on title and no lawsuit is commenced to enforce a lien.
Specific questions about construction law? Facing a Construction Dispute? Call Pathfinder Law for a Free Initial Consultation at 604-850-4685 or visit www.pathfinderlaw.ca
Legal advice: the information above should NOT be taken as legal advice and is for informational purposes only. If you have a specific question or need for legal advice, please contact Pathfinder Law or another another lawyer that practices construction law in British Columbia.

12/19/2020

Should a Construction Contract be Reviewed by a Lawyer Before Signing? YES, absolutely!

Prior to signing or adopting a construction contract, it’s wise to have it reviewed by a construction lawyer. They will be able to assess the strengths and weaknesses of the agreement, spot potential points of contention, and point out potential liabilities.

Whether you are looking for a standard CCDC contract or looking to draft a custom construction contract, the construction lawyers at Pathfinder Law are here to help.

Contact Pathfinder Law for a free initial consultation: 604-850-4685 or visit www.pathfinderlaw.ca

12/15/2020

Did you know that highways are exempt from construction liens. But as long as some work was@done on private property, you may be able to burden that property with a lien for all the work. Need help filing a Builders Lien? Want to Commence Legal Action to Enforce your Claim of Lien or to Resolve a Construction Dispute? Call Pathfinder Law Construction Lawyers for a free consultation at 604-850-4685 or visit www.pathfinderlaw.ca

12/13/2020

Did you know that generally the deadline to file a lien is 45 days after the project is substantially completed, abandoned or ended. Make sure you contact a lawyer ASAP to avoid missing the strict deadlines under the Builders Lien Act and to enforce your legal rights! Call Pathfinder Law at 604-850-4685 or visit our website https://pathfinderlaw.ca/construction-law-builders-liens/ for more information.