Patent and Latent Defects

 

Many properties in Calgary have recently been renovated. A shortage of skilled trades has contributed to renovations being completed without proper permits or failing to meet building code standards. Two recent court decisions have dealt with renovations. The analysis of what constitutes a latent or patent defect is very useful.

 

Calder v. Martin (2007) Alberta Provincial Court 


Mr. Martin, the seller, decided to renovate the unfinished basement in his house to improve its marketability. Mr. Calder, the purchaser, viewed the house when the renovations were substantially complete.
 
Mr. Calder employed a home inspector to prepare a report on the property. The inspector performed a limited electrical inspection and his report indicated a more thorough inspection by a qualified electrician would be necessary for verification. The wiring in the basement renovation violated Building Code regulations. This was not discovered in the home inspection. Mr. Martin argued that the electrical code deficiencies were patent defects discoverable upon inspection.

 

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CalgaryINCteaserTo lighten up the heavy workload at Kahane Law Office, practical jokes are common. Nerf launchers, fart machines and air guns abound, as well as more elaborate good- natured office initiation pranks that leave everyone laughing.

      “You’ve got to do some of these things to lighten up your day,” says Kahane, a 35-year-old University of Calgary law graduate.                                   

      The high-pressure law office also has a “sweet” approach. Located in the Southcentre Executive Tower, the office features the typical frosted glass and leather chairs, but on the boardroom table is a chrome orb. Paralegal Dorlisa enters the room, takes the lid off the container and exposes a treasure trove of chocolates. “Jeff didn’t offer you any chocolate?” she asks. read more ...

About Us


Kahane Law Office offers a variety of services including Real Estate, Wills, Corporate Services, Uncontested Divorces and Litigation. 

Kahane Law Office was established by Jeffrey V. Kahane B.A., B.Ed., L.L.B. and has a staff with over 80 years experience.  Since the firm’s inception, response from clients, contacts, real estate agents, and lenders has been excellent.  We boast a growing staff of a student-at-law, eight expert paralegals and five office help. To strengthen our Litigation, Real Estate and Wills departments, we welcomed John M. Dunphy B.A. Phil, B.A. Soc. to our office in 2006.  Our recent ranking of ‘One of the Best Places to Work In Calgary’ (Calgary Inc. Magazine, June 2006) demonstrates our strong commitment not only to our clients but our employees as well.

Our firm has come to be known for its concentration in Real Estate and is proud to offer Low Flat Rate Fees for a majority of our services. We really want to make a difference for people wanting to enter into the difficult process of buying or selling a home.  We aim to make the process easier to understand and have fun while we do it.

How Kahane Law Office is different!

We aim to exceed expectations!  We have signing agents in South and Downtown Calgary, Canmore, Edmonton, Red Deer and Fort McMurray to conduct purchases and sales throughout Alberta.


  • High levels of customer satisfaction.  We follow up with surveys of client satisfaction to ensure high levels of customer service. In our last client survey 90% of the response indicated clients are very satisfied with our services.
  • Custom designed software enables efficient and effective file conduct.
  • We offer Low Flat Rate Fees; no surprises, no hidden fees*
  • Friendly, knowledgeable staff who return calls
  • Toll Free Access.
  • Use cash back mortgages to pay our flat fees.
  • Evening and weekend signings are available by appointment.
  • Easy to understand, plain language documents.
  • High levels of employee satisfaction (read article)
  • Ranked  by Calgary Inc. Magazine, June 2006 (read article)

 

The greatest compliment we receive is when our clients refer their friends and family members to our law firm or send us their thanks.

Commitment to the community
 
Mr. Kahane's personal commitment to the community was recognized by the Province of Alberta. He was awarded with the Alberta Centennial Medal which is conferred upon individuals who have made significant contributions to the community and society through leadership, volunteerism and community involvement. It recognizes and honours the outstanding achievements of Albertans who have gone to great lengths to make their province a better place to live, work and do business.  He has volunteered his time, leadership, and teaching skills to many educational institutions, community enhancement organizations and family and child service organizations.  His ongoing support to our community also includes his entry in fund raising runs, walks and biking events throughout the year.

Our firm encourages its employees to contribute back to the community. Presently, members of the firm, sit on non-profit organization boards, local school committees, participate in non-profit fundraising, plan young leadership programs and conferences, and are active in community events and associations.  Kahane Law Office sponsors individuals and groups in events such as the Run for the Cure, Weekend to End Breast Cancer and is proud to support the Big Brothers & Sisters, Calgary Boys & Girls Club, The Calgary Food Bank, UIAFC and the Liver Foundation.

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