Commercial Litigation
Advise clients properly in writing about merits of case
A recent estates ruling which awarded full recovery costs against the defendants’ counsel highlights the perils of taking an untenable legal position, says Toronto commercial ...- Similar fact evidence, experts key in Law Society Tribunal appeal
- Privacy class actions present challenges for plaintiffs
- Judge awards $2.5 million for suffering 'hate speech at its worst'
Insurance
Proposed auto insurance changes a good start: Vaughan
Proposed changes to regulations governing Ontario’s auto insurance are welcome, even though it’s not clear if they will be extensive enough, says insurance defence ... Read more
Legal Supplier
Strategic, defined hiring process will net diverse candidates
Whether you’re looking to hire a hotshot rainmaker or add staff to boost expertise in a particular area, recruiting requires a multifaceted approach, says Catherine Moffitt, ... Read more
Employment & Labour
Microaggression is ‘like a virus’ creating toxic workplaces
When a complaint about racism in the workplace has been lodged, it often stems from a litany of microaggressions, says Toronto employment lawyer John Donkor. Read more
Legal Supplier
Higher rates of pedestrian deaths, injuries in poorer areas
Recent studies which show pedestrians in low-income areas face a higher risk of getting killed or injured in collisions is disheartening and further contributes to the cycle of ... Read more
Legal Supplier
CosmoLex helps law firms clear administration hurdles
CosmoLex marketing director Joshua Goldberg says his company’s cloud-based legal practice management software can help overcome five common challenges law firms face. Read more
Employment & Labour
Wright Henry brings experience, quality to employment, labour law
Senior executives and other professionals can find the legal advice they need at Wright Henry LLP, says founding partner and Toronto lawyer Michael Wright. Read more
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Corporate
Trusted legal adviser key team member for smaller businesses
For small and medium-sized companies without in-house counsel, developing an ongoing relationship with a trusted adviser that you can turn to for assistance and guidance on a ... Read more
Legal Supplier
Clinicians must step up or risk being policed by someone else
Clinicians should not be scared to opine on their peers’ work in medical malpractice cases, says Toronto orthopedic spine and trauma surgeon Dr. Michael Ford. Read more
Civil Litigation
Quality nursing home care a public policy concern, says Rashid
A recent decision awarding $640,000 in a nursing home death that included $25,000 in punitive damages, sends a message that the issue of care is a “public policy ... Read more
Legal Supplier
Take stock today to plan your retirement: Marchand
Taking stock of how you live today can help you develop a plan for your retirement years, says Dawn Marchand, vice-president of marketing, product and direct distribution for ... Read more
Criminal Law
Police need more than just a tip before a warrantless search
The Ontario Court of Appeal (OCA) has sent a strong message to police that they can’t take anonymous tips at face value but must investigate them further, says Ottawa ... Read more
Personal Injury
Choose a PI lawyer whose values match yours: Kotak
Good communication, mutual honesty and shared values are the secrets of success in any lawyer-client relationship involving personal injury or disability, says Toronto personal ... Read more
Corporate
Legal advice beneficial in all stages of business sale
The process of selling or transferring a company can be complex, lengthy and come with potential pitfalls — for sellers, bringing a business lawyer on board in the early ... Read more
Employment & Labour
OCA affirms notice period exceptions granted in rare cases
Even though the Ontario Court of Appeal recently reduced a senior employee’s termination notice entitlements to 24 months from 30 — despite what seemed like exceptional ... Read more
Criminal Law
SCC dissent in rape shield case ‘speaks volumes‘: Zita
The “stark dissent” in a recent Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) ruling that involves the right of the accused to explore the sexual history of the complainant could ... Read more
Family
Determining date of separation can be complex: Williams
The date of separation is a frequently contested issue in divorce, and it isn’t always as cut-and-dried as couples expect, says Markham family lawyer Cheryl Suann Williams. Read more.jpg)
Real Estate
Condo boards can ban balcony barbecues: Mackey
Residents will struggle to challenge condo-imposed bans on balcony barbecuing, says Toronto condominium and commercial litigator Megan Mackey. Read more
Civil Litigation
Weight given to criminal judgments during civil proceedings
While judgments from criminal cases can be considered in related civil matters, they cannot be relied on by themselves to reach a decision, as a full civil trial may be necessary ... Read more
Opinion
Barry B. Fisher
OCA distinguishes employee rights v. shareholder rights
Christopher Achkar
Non-competition and non-solicitation: Achkar
Marcel Strigberger
Ire, ire, ants on fire
Alison Burrison
Ten tips for women to stay safe while travelling alone
Erica Birstler
How can I prevent embezzlement at my law firm?
Andrew Feldstein
When should a court order a temporary advance of fees?
Doug MacLeod
(Yet) another termination clause bites the dust
Whitney Abrams
The influencers' guide to canna-promotion on Instagram
