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Advice from a Business Lawyer for Your Business Acquisition
The start of 2026 is proving to be economically challenging. Global economic disruptions are affecting production costs, declining consumer purchasing power, and a volatile stock market… amid this chaos, some companies have the capital and internal talent to pivot and...
Choosing between mediation, arbitration, and commercial litigation in business disputes
In commercial transactions and contractual agreements, expectations are sometimes not met, and disagreements arise. When there are conflicts between partners, disputes over services rendered, or intellectual property infringements, conflicts must be resolved...
Why go with a unanimous shareholder agreement?
For entrepreneurs embarking on the creation of a corporation, one question that inevitably arises, and which must be considered with great care, is the establishment of a shareholder agreement. Starting a business is a great adventure, and it is crucial to use a...
Understanding the responsibilities of a real estate broker
Working with a real estate broker isn't just about visiting houses, signing papers, and waiting for the keys to be handed over. Behind every transaction, there is a set of rules, responsibilities, and above all, a genuine duty to protect clients. Many people don't...
Understanding the legal hypothec of construction in Québec
When we talk about hypothecs, we often think of its French counterpart hypothèque, or mortgages, which are bank loans used to finance the purchase of a home. However, Québec law also provides for legal hypothecs, which arise automatically in certain situations in real...
Learn about seizure before judgement
Seizure before judgement is a procedure that allows a creditor to protect their rights and secure certain assets of the defendant before the judge renders their decision. The purpose of this debt collection procedure is to ensure that the debt can be recovered, even...
Injunctions in Québec: What you Need to Know
Generally speaking, an injunction is a court order that requires a natural or legal person (i.e., a company) to do, refrain from doing, or stop doing something. This definition seems simple at first but actually covers a complex legal concept that plays an essential...
What to do if you are not Represented by your Union in Québec?
You grant your union the exclusive right to represent you: Your union must, in return, fulfill its duty of fair representation.
How to identify abuse of process in Quebec
In the Code Civil du Québec contains several articles to identify and punish procedural abuses. Sabbagh & Associés handles abuse of process.
Everything You Need to Know About the Director of Youth Protection (DYP) — Part 2
Discover the emergency measures, provisional agreements, and the role of the Youth Court in the DYP intervention. This second part guides you through the key steps to protect the child and support the family.