Vigue v. Nadeau

**Vigue v. Nadeau: Property Defect Disclosure Case** This case involved a dispute between a property buyer and The Real Estate Store, a real estate brokerage. The buyer claimed the brokerage failed to properly disclose known problems with a property before the sale, constituting a breach of contract. The buyer also sought compensation for costs related to fixing the roof and electrical system. The court reached a mixed decision. It refused to dismiss the main case against the real estate brokerage, finding there were genuine questions about whether the company failed to reveal property defects it knew about or should have discovered. However, the court did dismiss the buyer's specific claims for roof and electrical repair costs. This ruling matters for workers in real estate and related industries because it reinforces that businesses have a legal duty to disclose material property defects to buyers. Real estate professionals, property inspectors, and others involved in property transactions should understand they can face legal consequences if they fail to reveal known problems. The case demonstrates that courts will allow these disputes to proceed to trial when there are factual questions about whether proper disclosure occurred, emphasizing the importance of thorough and honest communication in property dealings.