Hoogbruin and Company

06/16/2026

Legal disputes involving strata properties, commercial leases, construction issues, or real estate conflicts can quickly become financially and emotionally overwhelming.

At Hoogbruin & Company, we provide litigation support for:
▪️Strata disputes
▪️Real estate litigation
▪️Commercial lease disputes
▪️Construction and renovation conflicts
▪️Property damage claims
▪️Business and contract disputes
▪️Builder’s liens
▪️Landlord and tenant litigation

Our approach focuses on strategic dispute resolution, practical legal guidance, and protecting our clients’ long-term interests.

Whether you are a strata corporation, business owner, landlord, tenant, property owner, or investor — early legal guidance can help you better understand your options before disputes escalate further.

Speak with Hoogbruin & Company today to discuss your legal matter.
📞 604-305-0194
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://hoogbruin.com

06/08/2026

You did everything right.
Inspection. Due diligence. Signed the papers.

Then the mold appears.
Or faulty wiring.
Or structural failure.

What now?

In British Columbia, “buyer beware” has limits.

If a seller or realtor knew about a material latent defect and failed to disclose it, they may be legally liable for the damage.

The key questions are:

✅ Is it truly a material latent defect?
✅ Was there a failure to disclose?
✅ What evidence supports a claim?

When your home — and your investment — are on the line, clarity matters.

At Hoogbruin & Company, our Real Estate Litigation team helps homeowners assess their position and pursue recovery where appropriate.

Speak with Arsen Krekovic to understand your rights.

📍 1166 Alberni Street, Vancouver
📞 604.609.3783
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06/05/2026

Sellers and real estate agents in BC are legally required to disclose latent defects — hidden issues a standard inspection wouldn't catch. Legal distinctions between visible and hidden matters can affect your available options.
Discovering something after closing doesn't mean you're out of choices. But time matters. A lot.

Has a property ever surprised you after the deal closed — big or small? Drop your experience below. You might help someone else know what questions to ask before they sign.

If you're in BC and something feels wrong with a property you've bought or sold, Hoogbruin & Company offers consultations to help you understand your rights — before, during, or after a transaction. No pressure. Just clarity.
Sellers and agents in BC are legally required to disclose latent defects.

To book your consultation:
📞 604-305-0194 | 📧 [email protected] | 🌐 https://hoogbruin.com

06/03/2026

Water damage in a strata property isn’t just a repair issue — it’s a legal one.
When a leak starts in a neighbouring unit, responsibility isn’t always clear.
Is it the neighbour? The strata corporation? A shared system? An insurer?
Even when negligence seems obvious, compensation doesn’t happen automatically.
Disputes often involve:
• Denied liability
• Delayed insurance responses
• Conflicting bylaws
• Multiple parties pointing fingers

The longer responsibility remains unclear, the more complicated — and costly — the situation becomes.
If you’re dealing with water damage in your strata unit, getting legal clarity early can protect your rights and your financial recovery.
Protect your position before the damage compounds.
Contact Hoogbruin & Co. to understand where responsibility truly lies.
To book your consultation:
📞 604-305-0194 | 📧 [email protected] | 🌐 https://hoogbruin.com

06/01/2026

Stop waiting for your strata corporation to fix it.

When damage happens, many owners assume strata will handle it.

But when action stalls, you don’t have to simply live with the consequences.

Strata corporations have legal obligations.
By-laws can be enforced.
Repairs can be compelled.

The key is knowing where responsibility lies — and what your rights are.

If you’re unsure where you stand, get clarity.

Talk to a lawyer who understands strata law.

📞 604-305-0194
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://hoogbruin.com

05/31/2026

We’re grateful for the trust our clients place in us.

Thank you Megan for your kind words.

If your real estate transaction has gone wrong or a dispute has arisen, our team is here to help.

To book your consultation:
📞 604-305-0194 | 📧 [email protected] | 🌐 https://hoogbruin.com

05/31/2026

Who pays when a neighbour causes water damage in your strata unit?
In BC strata properties, liability isn’t always straightforward. It may involve a neighbour’s negligence, shared plumbing, strata bylaws, or insurance coverage — and disputes are common.

The hard truth?
Being right doesn’t automatically mean being compensated.
In our latest blog, we explain when a neighbour is responsible, when strata may be liable, and what steps you can take to protect your rights.
Read the full article here:https://hoogbruin.com/blog/strata-litigation-lawyer-in-vancouver-who-pays-when-a-neighbour-causes-water-damage/

If you’re facing a water damage dispute, speak with a strata litigation lawyer before costs escalate.

To book your consultation:
📞 604-305-0194 | 📧 [email protected] | 🌐 https://hoogbruin.com

05/30/2026

"Just deal with it yourself."
If you've ever heard that after your neighbour damaged your property — you deserve better than that answer.
The damage happened. You reported it. Somehow, you ended up feeling like you were the problem.

Here's what too many strata residents don't know:
👉 You have a legal right to quiet enjoyment of your property.
👉 Damage caused by a neighbour is not yours to simply absorb.
👉 Strata corporations have real legal tools when someone refuses to cooperate.
You don't have to navigate this alone — or accept a dismissal as a final answer.

To book your consultation:
📞 604-305-0194 | 📧 [email protected] | 🌐 https://hoogbruin.com

05/29/2026

Here's what most strata owners don't realize until it's too late:
There's a real line between a neighbourly disagreement and a legal matter.
Most people don't see it until they've already crossed it.

So how do you know when that line has been crossed? ⬇️
→ When damage to your lot is affecting your right to quietly enjoy your property
→ When the responsible party refuses to engage, acknowledge, or fix anything
→ When informal resolution has genuinely failed — not just felt uncomfortable
→ When delay starts costing you your ability to recover or enforce
That hesitation you feel — "I don't want to make this a big deal" — is worth examining.
Because if damage is done and no one is taking responsibility?
It's already a big deal.
Strata bodies have defined legal powers that only activate through proper process.
Knowing your rights early doesn't escalate things.
It puts you back in control. 🔑

To book your consultation:
📞 604-305-0194 | 📧 [email protected] | 🌐 https://hoogbruin.com

Hoogbruin & Company specializes in real estate litigation, commercial litigation, and strata litigation in Vancouver. Since 1987 Hoogbruin & Company has handled all manner of cases throughout

05/29/2026

Construction dispute on strata common property?
When renovations affect common areas — roofs, exterior walls, plumbing, parking structures — the issue is no longer between an owner and a contractor. The strata corporation becomes legally responsible.
That means real financial exposure, builder’s lien risks, and complex obligations under the Strata Property Act.

In our latest blog, we explain:
• What “common property” really means
• The strata corporation’s legal rights and obligations
• Why bylaws and depreciation reports matter
• How negotiation and mediation can resolve disputes efficiently
• Why early legal guidance protects the entire community
Construction disputes involving common property require strategic action — not reactive decisions.

Read the full article here:https://hoogbruin.com/blog/what-strata-corporations-need-to-know-about-construction-disputes-on-common-property-from-expert-litigation-lawyer-in-vancouver/

If your strata is facing a renovation or construction dispute, speak with an experienced litigation lawyer before the situation escalates.

To book your consultation:
📞 604-305-0194 | 📧 [email protected] | 🌐 https://hoogbruin.com