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Alberta’s Construction Law Shift: Navigating the 2025-2026 Updates
For those in the Alberta construction industry, 2025 was a year of rapid legislative evolution in construction law. Between the expansion of prompt payment to the public sector and new…
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Valuation of Construction Liens: Lessons from Homes by Hendriks Inc v Honsberger
Construction lien legislation is designed to protect individuals and entities that contribute to the improvement of land or property by granting them a statutory interest, subject to clearly defined legislative…
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Shareholder Agreements Explained: The Key to Business Clarity and Legal Protection
When forming a corporation and developing a strategy, businesses often prioritize the creation of a business plan. This document outlines an enterprise’s objectives, market analysis, and financial projections. While a…
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Force Majeure in Construction: What Parties Need to Know
When disaster strikes — whether a pandemic, wildfires, or global supply chain issues — who is responsible for the delay? The answer often lies in a part of the contract…
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Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act Amended
More than two years after the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act (the PPCLA) came into force, Alberta marked another significant milestone in construction law with the royal assent of…
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SimpleArb – Can It Save You Time and Money?
Have you heard of SimpleArb yet? SimpleArb is the brainchild of Nicol Law lawyers and is an accessible product for today’s legal landscape. SimpleArb can help to settle complex legal…