{"id":60599,"date":"2023-07-30T11:46:38","date_gmt":"2023-07-30T09:46:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cecile-zakine.fr\/?page_id=60599"},"modified":"2024-10-11T02:38:25","modified_gmt":"2024-10-11T00:38:25","slug":"abandon-de-chantier-5-points-cles-pour-preserver-vos-droits-sur-nantes","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.cecile-zakine.fr\/en\/abandon-de-chantier-5-points-cles-pour-preserver-vos-droits-sur-nantes\/","title":{"rendered":"Abandoning a building site: the 5 points you need to know - advice from Me ZAKINE, lawyer in Fayence and the Var department"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When faced with site abandonment, a real headache in the construction industry, protecting your interests requires a thorough knowledge of the appropriate legal remedies. Here are the five essential points for dealing with this delicate situation and safeguarding your rights.<\/p>\n 1. Identify the site abandonment :<\/strong> It is vital to be able to clearly distinguish between abandonment of the site and a simple delay in the work. The persistence of a prolonged interruption, without reasonable justification, or the unexplained absence of the contractor are characteristic signs of a abandonment of site<\/a> proven.<\/p>\n 2. Analyse the construction contract between you and the company:<\/strong> A careful reading of the initial contract is crucial. Look carefully for clauses relating to completion deadlines, penalties for delay or abandonment, and contractual termination arrangements.<\/p>\n 3. Send a letter of formal notice :<\/strong> Before taking any legal action, you should draw up a formal notice of default. This should be sent to the defaulting contractor, inviting him to resume work within a reasonable time. The aim is to avoid costly litigation and encourage an amicable resolution.<\/p>\n 4. Build a solid case against the defaulting company:<\/strong> Rigorously collect all tangible evidence: correspondence exchanged, site reports, photographs proving abandonment, any witness statements.<\/p>\n You should know that the perfect proof is the statement of fact. Court commissioner established to freeze the situation and declare the site abandoned<\/a>.<\/p>\n A solid case will strengthen your position during mediation or legal proceedings.<\/p>\n 5. Go to court and try to resolve the dispute out of court:<\/strong> If the formal notice fails and a conciliation attempt is unsuccessful, it may be necessary to take the case to a competent court to claim damages or have the work completed by a competent third party.<\/p>\n In summary, Dealing with a construction site abandonment requires vigilance<\/a> and strategy. If necessary, consult a construction law attorney<\/a>, guaranteeing tailor-made expertise and advice adapted to your situation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Zakine can help you deal with the issue of abandoned building sites, so that you can safeguarding your rights<\/a> and defend your best interests<\/p>\n<\/div>\n It operates throughout the Var department (La Ciotat, Fayence, Olioulles, Toulon, Draguignan).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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