Last Updated: August 24 2026
What legal issues in an Ontario real estate transaction most often lead to a lawsuit?
Realty disputes in Ontario commonly arise when a deal fails to close or closes in the wrong condition, when a buyer abandons the agreement, when sellers improperly remove fixtures or chattels before closing, when pools or required maintenance are not properly completed, when latent or patent defects are not disclosed, or when patent issues are concealed, all of which can trigger claims for damages, specific performance, or related remedies. Lo Greco Law has 30+ year experienced lawyer services & LSO tribunal representation for buyers and sellers across Ontario, including Aurora, Uxbridge, Brampton, Richmond Hill, and Orillia, and can help you understand your options and next steps early in the dispute; call (416) 488-4110 for a consultation today.
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Realty Issues Commonly Leading to Legal Action
When a realty deal goes awry, legal disputes often arise. In some circumstances the seller of a property may suffer losses and in other circumstances it is the buyer that suffers harm. Regardless of which side of a troubled realty transaction you are on, professional legal advice should be sought.
Note: Please contact Lo Greco Law by phone at: (416) 488-4110 to discuss any specific questions that you may have.
Common Issues
Frequently occuring realty dispute issues that give rise to litigation involve, among other things:
- The failure to close in broom swept condition;
- The failure to close whereas a buyer abandons the agreement;
- The improper removal of fixtures or certain chattels prior to closing;
- The failure to properly close a pool or perform other maintenance;
- The failure to disclose details regarding a latent defect; and
- The improper concealment of a patent defect.