Civil Litigation, Class Action
Lawsuit seeks justice for residential day school victims
A class action could bring some measure of justice to victims of a residential day school, says Alberta Indigenous rights litigator Leighton Grey .- ‘Another step:’ Federal Court judge releases ruling in Cree and Dene
- SCC ruling a call to action for the Crown: Grey
- Revised impaired driving law likely to trigger appeals: Grey
Corporate
Shareholders’ agreement should account for divorce
When it comes to protecting a business from a triggering event such as a marital breakdown, it’s worth reviewing the different approaches when drafting a shareholders’ ... Read more
Licensing
Buyer beware: consumer tips for purchasing new, used cars
Before stepping into a new or used car showroom, consumers need to brush up on the rules and regulations that govern vehicle sales, says Toronto licensing and compliance lawyer ... Read more
Family
Legislate property rights for common-law spouses: Nathens
Many Ontarians will be surprised to learn that common-law spouses do not have a legal right to share in the increase in value of property assets that accumulate in their ... Read more
Legal Supplier
Saving the evidence is key in suspected fraud cases
By Dave Oswald If your organization has a strategy in place to deal with suspected fraud, you’re ahead of the game over those that suddenly come face to face with it. Preserving evidence ... Read more
Legal Supplier
Witches, duelers and viagra, oh my!
By Marcel Strigberger Let’s talk about zombies, to wit, the zombie laws the federal government has erased from the criminal code via Bill C-51. Read more
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Real Estate
Condo boards struggle to deal with delinquent pet owners
Condominium boards have options to regulate pets, but requiring animal owners to pay an extra fee is not one of them, says Toronto condominium lawyer Audrey Loeb. Read more
Criminal Law
Fight extradition orders until all appeals exhausted: Botting
It’s always wise to fight an extradition order because you never know what legal hornet’s nest you may be flying into in a foreign country, says British Columbia ... Read more
Personal Injury
‘Unwanted pregnancy’ case raises interesting med-mal issues
Winning a medical malpractice claim can be a challenge even if it’s clear that a doctor has made a mistake, says Toronto personal injury lawyer Jessica Mahabir. Read more
The Profession
Miller lauds B.C.'s plan to improve technology in courtrooms
Toronto litigator Jonathan Miller tells The Lawyer’s Daily that it’s commendable for British Columbia to look at ways to improve technology in its court system. Read more
Family
Parties in mobility applications need comprehensive plans
Recent amendments to the Divorce Act have to be taken into consideration when parents seek the court’s approval to relocate children, says Toronto family lawyer ... Read more.jpg)
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TLA courthouse libraries the ‘great equalizer’ for lawyers
Lawyers looking to do research can find the information and professional support they need at the Toronto Lawyers Association’s Courthouse Library, says TLA executive ... Read more
Immigration
Changes to OINP promising but still room for improvement
Changes to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) will boost the province’s competitiveness, says Toronto immigration lawyer Robin Seligman . Read more
Criminal Law
Time to re-examine changes to provocation defence: Zita
Changes to the Criminal Code stipulating when provocation can be mounted as a defence are very restrictive and could deter people from legitimately using it, says Toronto criminal ... Read more
Corporate
Courts would benefit from efficiency of e-scheduling
As provinces such as British Columbia look at ways to introduce more technology into courtrooms, e-scheduling of court dates is one issue that needs to be tackled, as it will lead ... Read more
Family
Matrimonial home often hotly contested in divorce
The unique status of the matrimonial home makes it one of the most hotly disputed elements of a divorce, says Toronto family lawyer Glen Schwartz . Read more
Criminal Law
Lawyers must not be punished for representing any client: Rosen
The decision by the dean of Harvard College to not renew the appointments of two faculty deans because one of them is representing a reviled criminal defendant is "outrageous and ... Read more.jpg)
Estates & Wills & Trusts
Discuss settlement range with client prior to mediation
Counsel must prepare their clients for mediation to get the most out of the process, says Toronto trust and estate litigator and mediator Felice Kirsh. “You ... Read more
Opinion
Joseph Neuberger
Supreme Court of Canada clarifies use of prior sexual activity
Erica Birstler
Billing types and time tracking
Barry Fisher
Costs award reduced from $171,000 to zilch
Michael Gleeson
Drafting effective research funding agreements
Nainesh Kotak
Why you may need critical illness coverage
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Christopher Achkar
Accommodation and the Human Rights Code
