It is the duty of the legal adviser,

This decision sheds important light on your property law. Here is what it changes for you.

The situation

It is the duty of the legal adviser, who drafted a private agreement for the sale of a building under construction, to advise his client, the purchaser, who is not experienced in property transactions, about the risks that the contract entailed for the latter, who under that contract had no guarantee of repayment of sums paid in the event of the developer's failure to complete the building.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key takeaways

• Strictly comply with the legal time limits for appeals
• Keep all your supporting documents (deeds, contracts, correspondence)
• Plan ahead: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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