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 ...- Removing executor of a will cannot be done on a whim: Horst
- Divorce agreements can affect estate settlements: Horst
- Business Corporations Act changes aim to provide transparency
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
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
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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
Family
Seek legal advice for professor abuse of power: Tsinman
In the academic environment, a student-professor relationship can start as one of mentorship but may slip over the line into one of intimacy and manipulation, placing someone in an ... Read more
Family
Unbundled services an access-to-justice pathway: Hendrikx
Provision of unbundled services is reaching a critical mass as lawyers and consumers alike embrace the practice, says Toronto family lawyer Kathryn Hendrikx. Read more
Corporate, Estates & Wills & Trusts, Real Estate
Jedlinski offers personal service to entrepreneurs
Windsor corporate lawyer John Jedlinski is in it for the long haul with his clients. Read more
Family
Straight-talking Pop-Lazic empowers family law clients
When clients hire Oakville family lawyer Gabrielle Pop-Lazic they never need to ask her for the unvarnished truth. “I’m pretty straightforward, but I think it does a ... Read more
Family
Jamal's keen sense of justice informs family law advocacy
Clients can expect individually tailored service when they come to Oakville family lawyer Fareen Jamal. Read more
Securities
Knowledge, integrity vital to Elbaz’s securities practice
Toronto securities lawyer Andrew Elbaz says understanding his clients' businesses and becoming a trusted business adviser to the boards of directors of public companies and bankers ... Read more
Opinion
Jasmine Daya
NEW 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
Charles Ticker
Winehouse estate battle
