What happens when a property is damaged by fire before completion? A buyer’s options will depend upon a myriad of factors including the law, facts, contract terms and the parties’ conduct.
Posts tagged with “Fire Damage”
Legally Speaking
When Disaster Strikes #490
Legally Speaking
Fire Damage Before Closing – Rights and Responsibilities of Buyer and Seller; Easement With or Without Motor Vehicles – No Parking on Easement Area #350
When a fire destroyed or damaged a house before the completion date for its sale, at common law the buyer had to complete the purchase and pay the contract price, unless the contract…
Legally Speaking
Fire Damage Before Completion Date – Doctrine of Frustration #233
What is the position of the parties to a Contract of Purchase and Sale when fire damages or destroys the building, which is the subject matter of the contract…
