Here’s a quick review of the facts in the Krawchuk and Scherbak case: Facts The sellers knew that: •· the foundation of the house was seriously compromised and •· there …
Inadequate Disclosure: Sellers and Brokerage both Liable to Buyer
The sellers, Scherbaks knew that there were some problems with the foundation. The real estate sales representative, Wendy Weddell knew that too, but failed to pursue the issue on inquiry. …
Krawchuk v. Scherbak (2012)
This case reached the Supreme Court of Canada on 8 December 2012. Leave to appeal was denied. The Court therefore by implication endorsed the ruling of the Ontario Court of …
Hodgkinson v. Simms (1994)
The case of Hodgkinson v. Simms (1994) in the Supreme Court of Canada is the landmark case on this subject of Fiduciary Duties and Obligations in Canada. The facts are …
Queen v. Cognos (1993)
Queen v. Cognos Inc., [1993] 1 SCR 87 was an interesting case involving negligent statements. This is important because fraud is very difficult to prove, and the courts will impose …
BG Checo (1993)
BG Checo International Ltd. v. British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority,[1993] 1 SCR 12 This case was considered by the Supreme Court in 1993. It involved claims which could equally be …
Fraser-Reid (1980)
The case of Fraser-Reid v. Droumtsekas in the Supreme Court of Canada (1980) dealt with several important legal principles including, caveat emptor, the doctrine of merger, implied and express …
Five Leading Supreme Court of Canada Cases
These are the basic topics under consideration: Disclosure Agency Liability The Court The Supreme Court of Canada in Ottawa is the final court of appeal for all cases, from all …
Execution of the Spousal Consent
Agreements of Purchase and Sale in Ontario contemplate the need for the execution of the Spousal Consent. Most married couples will own their matrimonial home in joint tenancy. In such …
The Evolving Duties and Responsibilities of “Agents”
There are five primary sources of new legal requirements for real estate agents: Statutory laws, Regulatory laws, Changes to the local MLS rules and regulations, Discipline cases published by RECO, …