Real Estate
Be detailed when building a neighbour dispute case
The devil can be in the details when it comes to resolving disputes between condominium neighbours, says Toronto condominium lawyer John De Vellis.- Constructive dismissal risky for employees
- Ontario Court of Appeal rejects tort of harassment
- Proceed with caution with looming limitation periods
Employment & Labour
OCA right to reject tort of harassment: O’Donnell
The Ontario Court of Appeal (OCA) was correct in rejecting the tort of harassment, though it wisely left the door open to study it again in the future, says Toronto employment ... Read more
Criminal Law
Extreme intoxication as a defence has its merits: Daviau
The section of the Criminal Code that precludes an accused from using intoxication as a defence needs to be abandoned, says Toronto criminal lawyer Lindsay Daviau. Read more
Legal Supplier
GTD Scientific predicts human injury in any environment
In GTD Scientific, principal Geoffrey Desmoulin has found a way to combine his twin passions for the human body and mechanical engineering, creating a firm that has become an ... Read more
Employment & Labour
Booth guides employers through B.C.’s employee-friendly laws
British Columbia employers need more help than ever navigating the province’s worker-friendly employment, says Vancouver employment lawyer Melanie D. Booth, who has spent ... Read more
Legal Supplier
Practice management a key focus of bar admission program
With a number of young lawyers expressing concerns over the level of their practice management skills post-call, the Canadian Centre for Professional Legal Education’s ... Read more
Family
Divorcing a narcissist? Don’t stoop to their level: Townsend
Divorcing a narcissist comes with unique challenges that can be overcome with patience and preparation, says Toronto family lawyer and divorce recovery coach Leanne Townsend. Read more
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Health, Cybersecurity
Cyberattacks a health-care lesson in hyper-vigilance
Recent ransomware attacks on three Ontario hospitals is a cautionary tale that should have the province’s health-care providers and boards taking notice, says Toronto health ... Read more
Personal Injury
Choose the right expert in a personal injury accident: Haté
People injured in an accident must quickly retain legal counsel to guide them through the proper steps and ensure they receive the compensation they are entitled to, says Toronto ... Read more
Family
Legalization neutralizes pot complaints in custody disputes
Legalization has largely neutralized the issue of cannabis use in family law cases, says Pickering family lawyer Angela Princewill. Read more
Civil Litigation
Ruling demonstrates progress in court's view of casual sex
A recent case where a man was found guilty of sexual assault after he agreed to wear a condom but proceeded to have unprotected sex with his partner shows that the courts are more ... Read more
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Private court reporters offer peace of mind at trial
Private-sector court reporters can offer assurances of an accurate transcript of events at trial, says Kim Neeson, founder and principal of Neesons, a Veritext Company. Read more
Commercial Litigation
Fraud frequently perpetrated by corporate insiders: Gaytan
Complex economic crimes carried out by insiders are a growing concern for many global businesses — but when fraud has been identified, it is crucial for counsel to act ... Read more
Real Estate
Ontario considers registry for private mortgage lenders
While Ontario contemplates a registry for private mortgage lenders, Toronto real estate lawyer Matthias Duensing tells The Lawyer’s Daily that he’s not sure lawyers are ... Read more
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Patent Seekers opens first North American office in Toronto
Keeping a close watch on the competitive landscape is critical when it comes to patent protection and development, says Dean Parry, technical director and co-founder of Patent ... Read more
Family
OCL can help settle custody disputes: Simpson
Ontario’s Office of the Children’s Lawyer (OCL) can have a decisive impact on custody and access matters, says Toronto family lawyer Erin Simpson. Read more
Employment & Labour, Mediation
Six steps to selecting an employment mediator
Choosing the right mediator is a vital first step in settling your case, so it’s essential to make an informed decision, says Toronto employment mediator and arbitrator Barry ... Read more.jpg)
Personal Injury
McLeish alerts public to danger of ethanol-fueled devices
Ontario personal injury lawyer John McLeish tells CBC’s The National that his firm is handling seven instances where people were either severely injured or killed due to ... Read more
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Opinion
Joseph Neuberger
NEW The death of picking an impartial jury
Marcel Strigberger
NEW Name that election candidate
Kate Dewhirst
Missing persons in Ontario – new police powers
Bram Lecker and Simon Pelsmakher
Recession alarm — how secure is your job?
Christopher Achkar
Dress codes at the workplace
Steven Benmor
How to get through a divorce without going broke
