Class Action
Class-actions can be effective in workplace harassment cases
More class-action lawsuits relating to workplace harassment could be in the making, especially if the Supreme Court of Canada (SSC) decides to recognize harassment as a stand-alone ...- Class-action lawsuit makes 'important' social point: Waddell
- Let’s practise ‘belonging’ and stop talking about ‘inclusion’
- Costs awards could force mega class actions out of Ontario
Man accused of swimming naked in shark tank expected to plead guilty
TORONTO — A British Columbia man accused of skinny dipping in a shark tank at a Toronto aquarium is expected to plead guilty today. Read more
Corporate
Creative problem-solving core to Dunn’s financial practice
When Toronto financial services lawyer Timothy R. Dunn is handling a corporate restructuring or helping a company on the verge of bankruptcy, he doesn’t just think about the ... Read more.jpg)
Criminal Law
Allocate funding wisely for gun reduction strategy: Dale
The federal government’s pledge to provide $54 million over three years to support Ontario’s Guns, Gangs and Violence Reduction Strategy (GGVRS) will not amount to much ... Read more
Civil Litigation
Parties usually consent to minor claim amendments: O'Connor
Parties in civil cases can usually amend statements of claim at any stage of litigation, says Toronto civil litigator Sarah O’Connor. Read more
Estates & Wills & Trusts
Change in family situations can trigger need for new will
Families grow and change over time and when life events such as remarriage or the birth of new grandchildren occur, it might be time to revisit your will, says Toronto trusts and ... Read more
Ethanol-fueled devices are dangerous: Brown
Ontario personal injury lawyer Patrick Brown tells CTV News that people should be warned about using “dangerous” table-top ethanol-fueled fireplace after his client was ... Read more
Legal Supplier
Counterfeit-stamped gold entering the market: Oswald
Illegally mined and smuggled gold is making its way into the financial market under cover of gold bars with forged stamps that claim the precious metal is coming from major ... Read more
Legal Supplier
Set goals, protect income when starting solo: Marchand
New lawyers practising on their own should develop a business plan and set goals to be achieved, says Dawn Marchand, vice-president of marketing, product and client experience for ... Read more
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Health
Change in long-term care homes requires holistic response
If adopted, recommendations to address systemic failings identified by a public inquiry into long-term care homes in Ontario could result in new staffing models and improved ... Read more
Defamation
Case demonstrates usefulness of anti-SLAPP legislation
A recent case involving an employee who spoke out against alleged discriminatory practices at a large insurance company demonstrates an appropriate use of Ontario’s ... Read more
Family
Judges don’t want to make parenting decisions: Simpson
Divorce is difficult for everyone in a family, but when parents can’t agree on matters related to their children, it can be beneficial to call on the services of a mediator ... Read more.jpg)
Estates & Wills & Trusts
DIY wills are a recipe for disaster: Kirsh
Do-it-yourself (DIY) will kits can end up costing more than they save in legal fees, says Toronto trust and estate litigator Felice Kirsh, who is often called upon to litigate ... Read more
Estates & Wills & Trusts
‘Complete autonomy’ essential when drafting a will: Horst
A recent Nova Scotia Supreme Court decision upholds the legal principle that people can leave their estate to whomever they want, provided they are fulfilling their support ... Read more
Criminal Law
Stigma of criminal activity lingers: Dunn
A criminal conviction brings an element of social stigma to those involved, but when information can live forever online, even being charged can affect your reputation ... Read more
Health
Questions remain over ‘laudable’ 911 service change proposal
The provincial government’s proposal to amend regulations around how ambulance and the 911 services work has some laudable goals along with potential hotspots, says Toronto ... Read more
Criminal Law
Decision-making time should count towards Jordan deadlines
Judges should be required to deliver their decisions within deadlines set by the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) or risk breaching defendants’ Charter rights, says Toronto ... Read more.jpg)
Real Estate
Judgment could have impact on condo industry: Mackey
A recent court ruling that saw a condominium owner lose her unit due to the actions of her tenant is good news for condo residents but could have a “chilling effect” on ... Read more
Class Action
Understanding class-action lawsuits
Class-action lawsuits provide a “low risk” option for those seeking justice, says Toronto civil litigator Darryl Singer, who is leading the Capital One database breach ... Read more
Estates & Wills & Trusts
‘Knowledge and approval’ will challenges tough to prove: Smith
Litigants face an uphill battle when challenging a will on the basis of the testator’s lack of knowledge and approval, says Toronto estate litigator David M. Smith. Read more
Opinion
Andrew Feldstein
NEW Should you track your children electronically?
Jasmine Daya
Boating accident serves as a reminder
Barry B. Fisher
OCA finally sets limits on reasonable notice
Bram Lecker and Simon Pelsmakher
Ontario labour laws advanced by U.S. company
Erica Birstler
Utilizing the cloud in your law practice
Usman Sadiq
Child access in family law
Christopher Achkar
Monitoring employees on social media
Steven Benmor
What your children need to hear about your divorce
