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On a construction site, it's common for the main contractor to subcontract all or part of the work to one or more subcontractors. When everyone fulfills their obligations, everything runs smoothly. But when the main contractor stops paying, the situation can quickly become tense. The subcontractor, despite having worked properly, then faces a very real risk: having worked... without being paid. Belgian law, however, provides them with a particularly effective recourse: direct

An offer has been accepted or a preliminary agreement signed… then an unforeseen event occurs or doubt creeps in. Is it still possible to back out? The answer lies in a few key principles. Once the offer is accepted or the preliminary agreement is signed, the sale is completed. In Belgium, a sale is consensual : an agreement on the object and the price (as well as – if the parties have stipulated it – any elements they deem essential) is sufficient to constitute a binding sal

If your tenant stops paying rent, you might want to evict them. Similarly, if your tenant has abandoned the property, you might want to regain possession by changing the locks. However, be careful how you proceed, as the situation could backfire. Recovering your property without going to court? The court is not the only way to regain possession of one's property. First, the landlord and tenant can of course agree on a voluntary vacating of the premises used for housing. This

Fire safety is a priority in every home, and in Belgium, the installation of smoke detectors is a legal requirement. These devices quickly detect a fire, reducing the risk of injury and property damage. However, some homes still lack detectors or are equipped with faulty devices, raising questions of liability in the event of a fire. Tenant's liability in case of fire In Belgium, the tenant is presumed liable in the event of a fire, unless they prove that it was caused by an