Criminal Law
Sex assault training bill threatens judiciary independence
It’s a good thing that a bill requiring federal judges to undergo training on sexual assault died on the order table this summer, as it may have compromised the independence ...- Lawyers must not be punished for representing any client: Rosen
- LSO statement of principles likely to fall: Rosen
- Case comes down to communicated consent: Rosen
Employment & Labour
Opioid addiction recognized as disability under the Code
Employers have to be mindful of their obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code when terminating someone, even if it seems like a “slam-dunk cause case,” says ... Read more
Health
Five tips for making the most out of 24 hours in your day
Lawyers struggling to fit everything into their day should change their focus and strive to create space in their lives instead, says Toronto health lawyer and coach Kate ... Read more
Legal Supplier
Company retreats can add value to law firm
Workplace retreats can be a valuable tool when building an efficient, profitable law firm, says Toronto legal management consultant Mark Dormer, president of Cosgrove Associates ... Read more.jpg)
Criminal Law
MMIWG report chronicles loss of the ‘forgotten people’
Most Canadians have no idea of the anguish endured by residents of remote First Nations communities, Kenora criminal lawyer Laurelly Dale tells The Lawyer’s Daily. Read more
Civil Litigation
Case shows courthouse doors closed to majority of Ontarians
Despite concerns from the Supreme Court of Canada that justice is increasingly available only to the rich, a recent decision illustrates that this message hasn’t gotten ... Read more
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Insurance, Personal Injury
Injury, damage claims expected following Raptors parade
There will likely be numerous insurance claims in the wake of the Toronto Raptors championship parade — mostly due to a lack of resources and poor crowd control, Oakville ... Read more
Family
Better communication with your ex? There’s an app for that
Separated parents can stay in touch about childcare and other issues by simply downloading an app to facilitate that communication, says Toronto family lawyer Julia Tremain. Read more
Family
Affluent abuse a growing, global phenomenon
While domestic abuse is often considered to exist largely in the realm of the have-nots, Toronto family lawyer Inna Tsinman says, in fact, it has no socio-economic boundaries. Read more
Legal Supplier
Ryerson’s Law Practice Program a recipe for success
Hands-on experience is the main reason law school graduates are drawn to Ryerson University’s Law Practice Program (LPP), says André Bacchus, assistant director of the ... Read more
Estates & Wills & Trusts
Conscientiousness rewarded in recent case
Applications to pass accounts and be compensated for acting as power of attorney can win the court’s approval — and even its praise — if everything is done ... Read more
Civil Litigation
Silver’s case shows witness arrogance can backfire
A dispute over life insurance on a mortgage shows how arrogance on the witness stand can backfire against parties in court, says Toronto senior litigation lawyer Jeffrey Silver . ... Read more
Criminal Law
Protect record during trial in view of possible appeal
Lawyers conducting a criminal trial should always think about how to protect the record for a possible future appeal, says Toronto criminal lawyer Lindsay Daviau . Read more
Employment & Labour
Ontario Court of Appeal rejects tort of harassment
Just because Ontario's highest court has ruled that the tort of harassment does not exist, doesn’t mean there aren’t options available to wronged parties, says Toronto ... Read more
The Profession
Let’s practise ‘belonging’ and stop talking about ‘inclusion’
It’s time for the legal profession to stop focusing on “inclusion” and instead focus on “belonging,” says Toronto class-action lawyer Margaret ... Read more
Estates & Wills & Trusts
Power of attorney a ‘powerful and dangerous’ document: Aulis
Lawyers and their clients must tread carefully when drafting and implementing a power of attorney (POA), says Toronto trusts and estates lawyer Patrick J. Aulis. Read more
ADR, Mediation
Recreational cannabis opens whole new legal can of worms
Legalizing recreational cannabis has created a growing list of legal headaches, Toronto arbitrator Marvin Huberman tells Caregiver Solutions magazine. Read more
Estates & Wills & Trusts
Province gives ‘meaningful guidance’ around multiple wills
Recent guidance from Ontario’s Ministry of Finance is helpful to estate lawyers looking to minimize probate-related expenses through multiple wills, says Toronto trusts and ... Read more
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Opinion
Alison Burrison
NEW Five safety tips for summer travel
Stuart Rudner
The pros and cons of mediation joint sessions
Andrew Feldstein
Support payments when the payor’s income is irregular
Doug MacLeod
Duty of good faith: MacLeod
Amelia Phillips
When does the clock start to run in a wrongful termination case?
Marcel Strigberger
Witches, duelers and viagra, oh my!
Joseph Neuberger
Supreme Court of Canada clarifies use of prior sexual activity
Erica Birstler
Billing types and time tracking
