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June 30, 2020

SNC-Lavalin inc. c. Deguise: Proof of damages

On April 6, the Court of Appeal of Québec rendered its decision in SNC-Lavalin inc. (Terratech inc. et SNC-Lavalin Environnement inc.) c. Deguise, 2020 QCCA 495. Considering the importance of this decision for both the construction and insurance industries, RSS offers a series of newsletters discussing the main issues at stake. This is one segment of the […]
Insurance Law / Newsletters

June 30, 2020

SNC-Lavalin inc. c. Deguise: The Professional Responsibility of the Geologist

On April 6, the Court of Appeal of Québec rendered its decision in SNC-Lavalin inc. (Terratech inc. et SNC-Lavalin Environnement inc.) c. Deguise, 2020 QCCA 495. Considering the importance of this decision for both the construction and insurance industries, RSS offers a series of newsletters discussing the main issues at stake. This is one segment of the […]
Insurance Law / Newsletters

June 30, 2020

SNC-Lavalin inc. c. Deguise:  Whose Fault Is It and In What Proportion?

On April 6, the Court of Appeal of Québec rendered its decision in SNC-Lavalin inc. (Terratech inc. et SNC-Lavalin Environnement inc.) c. Deguise, 2020 QCCA 495. Considering the importance of this decision for both the construction and insurance industries, RSS offers a series of newsletters discussing the main issues at stake. This is one segment of the […]
Insurance Law / Newsletters

June 25, 2020

SNC-Lavalin inc. c. Deguise: Warranty Against Latent Defects Pursuant to Article 1726 CCQ Applied to Providers of Building Materials

On April 6, the Court of Appeal of Québec rendered its decision in SNC-Lavalin inc. (Terratech inc. et SNC-Lavalin Environnement inc.) c. Deguise, 2020 QCCA 495. Considering the importance of this decision for both the construction and insurance industries, RSS offers a series of newsletters discussing the main issues at stake. This is one segment of the […]
Insurance Law / Newsletters

June 25, 2020

SNC-Lavalin inc. c. Deguise: Liability of General Contractors Pursuant to Article 2118 of the Civil Code of Québec

On April 6, the Court of Appeal of Québec rendered its decision in SNC-Lavalin inc. (Terratech inc. et SNC-Lavalin Environnement inc.) c. Deguise, 2020 QCCA 495. Considering the importance of this decision for both the construction and insurance industries, RSS offers a series of newsletters discussing the main issues at stake. This is one segment of the […]
Insurance Law / Newsletters

June 25, 2020

SNC-Lavalin inc. c. Deguise: The Decision on the Leading Case: The Facts, The Parties, The Legal Issues

On April 6, the Court of Appeal of Québec rendered its decision in SNC-Lavalin inc. (Terratech inc. et SNC-Lavalin Environnement inc.) c. Deguise, 2020 QCCA 495. Considering the importance of this decision for both the construction and insurance industries, RSS offers a series of newsletters discussing the main issues at stake. This is one segment of the […]
Civil and Commercial Litigation / Insurance Law / Newsletters

June 3, 2020

Bailiff Services: Issuing and Filing of Proceedings in Non-urgent Matters Is Now Allowed

As you may know, the activities have gradually resumed at the court houses in Quebec as of June 1, which is great news for the legal community as well as for citizens. Each judicial district is however distinct with respect to issuing and filing of proceedings. With respect to the judicial districts of Montreal, Longueuil […]
Civil and Commercial Litigation / Insurance Law / Newsletters

May 28, 2020

Courts to Resume Activities as the COVID-19 Crisis Cools Off (Slightly…)

The threat of the coronavirus is far from over. Yet, some activities slowly resume. The Courts, which were almost paralyzed for over two months, are gradually adjusting to the new reality. What will the impact be? The Superior Court of Quebec is preparing to progressively resume its activities as of June 1, 2020. The goal […]
Estates, Wills and Trusts / Insurance Law / Newsletters

May 8, 2020

The Practice of Notaries in Times of Coronavirus

As is the case for many industries, notaries are confronted with many challenges due to the crisis related to COVID-19 virus which is affecting the entire province. While notaries are considered an essential service according to the list established by the Quebec government, the ministerial order 2020-010 dated March 27, 2020 allows them, during the […]
Civil and Commercial Litigation / Insurance Law / Newsletters

May 1, 2020

The Demand Letter: A Tool That Should Not Be Underestimated

Sending a demand letter is part of the usual process of most recovery files. It is sent at different points in time, depending on the way the claim is handled, and on the elements revealed during the investigation. People usually send it automatically, without necessarily understanding all of its implications. What is the actual purpose […]
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