Only the holdback: When lien rights stop short at the owner’s door

By Gemma Healy-Murphy and Marie Liang ( April 24, 2025, 1:47 PM EDT) -- The recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Hannan Custom Building Ltd. v. Irwin, 2024 ONSC 7230 highlights the need for owners, contractors and subcontractors alike to establish clear contractual relationships to prevent costly lien disputes. Hannan also serves as a valuable reminder of the consequences of failing to manage budgets or proactively address cost overruns during the course of construction....
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