Conduct of Lien, Trust and Adjudication Proceedings, 2020 (formerly Conduct of a Lien Action) Book - Softbound eBook One-time Purchase

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Conduct of Lien, Trust and Adjudication Proceedings, 2020 formerly Conduct of a Lien Action is a detailed and authoritative how-to guide to the entire construction process.

After an extensive period of consultation with stakeholders, Bruce Reynolds and Sharon Vogel submitted their expert review entitled Striking the Balance to the Ministry of the Attorney General and the Ministry of Economic Development, Employment, and Infrastructure on April 30, 2016. The recommended reforms were significant, touching all aspects of lien and trust practice and procedure. The review's mandate was threefold modernization of the Act, promptness of payment, and the effectiveness of dispute resolution in the construction industry. These changes are discussed in detail throughout the book.

This edition includes amendments to the following legislation

• Construction Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.30
• Ont. Reg. 302/18 Procedures for Actions under Part VIII
• Ont. Reg. 303/18 Forms
• Ont. Reg. 304/18 General
• Ont. Reg. 306/18 Adjudications Under Part II.1 of the Act

In addition to the legislative updates, the 2020 edition includes updates to the case law and commentary.

Finally, there is also a new document in the appendix to assist with construction court hearings, which is titled, Tips for a Successful Hearing Before a Construction Court Master.