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 ...- Benign housekeeping or self-protection? wonders Moreau
- Class actions needed ‘when governments let us down’
- Federal Court approves settlement with moms denied extra EI benefits
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
Personal Injury
Ten tips for women to stay safe while travelling alone
By Alison Burrison Travelling alone may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but for those who like it, it offers an exciting chance to have a completely self-directed opportunity to explore. Read more
Legal Supplier
How can I prevent embezzlement at my law firm?
By Erica Birstler Running an effective law practice means you can’t always be involved in every single detail of the firm’s operations. Read more
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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
Criminal Law
Leamon creates ‘judgment-free zone’ in criminal practice
Establishing a personal connection with every client is fundamental to a successful defence strategy, says B.C. criminal defence lawyer Sarah Leamon. Read more
Civil Litigation
Detailed home reno contract ensures contractor’s cash flow
Since a contractor’s primary focus during any home renovation is to be paid for the work, it’s vital to have a clearly written contract precisely detailing what the ... Read more
Family
Still more to do on issue of shared parenting: Ludmer
There are “favourable trends” when it comes to shared parenting, but there is still room for improvement, Toronto family lawyer Brian Ludmer tells 770 CHQR Radio in ... Read more
Legal Supplier
Downs featured in Canadian ‘cop’ documentary at TIFF
The Toronto International Film Festival’s (TIFF) red carpet will be welcoming Jim Downs, managing director of MKD International Inc., when a documentary about the lives of ... Read more
Real Estate
Call to condo lawyer would have saved corporation time, money
A condominium management team that objected to a Jewish condo owner attaching a mezuzah to the doorframe of his residence highlights the importance of seeking legal advice before ... Read more
Corporate
Disability clause important part of shareholders’ agreement
A well-drafted shareholders’ agreement should include provisions specifying what will happen in the event of disability, says Toronto business lawyer Anton Katz. Read more
Family
JDLG Kids Club to focus on enhancing children’s lives
Inspired by her young son, and with a desire to help the clients who made it possible for her to recently open her own boutique law firm, Fredericton family lawyer and mediator ... Read more
ADR
How to communicate the ADR way
Most disputes are best resolved through some form of ADR — either alternative or appropriate dispute resolution, Toronto arbitrator Marvin Huberman writes in the summer ... Read more.jpg)
Personal Injury
Case serves as a warning to commercial hosts: Brown
Commercial hosts should be held to a higher standard than someone holding a party in their home when it comes to their liability for intoxicated guests, says Ontario personal ... Read more
Personal Injury
Structured settlements a good bet for most injury victims
Structured settlements are often in the best interest of seriously injured accident victims facing years of medical and attendant-care needs, says Toronto personal injury lawyer ... Read more
Employment & Labour
Lifelong passion for justice leads to legal profession
Toronto employment and human rights lawyer Mika Imai grew up with a passion for social justice but found herself at a crossroads after completing her International Development ... Read more
Opinion
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
Steven Benmor
Divorce mediation is not for everybody
Suzana Popovic-Montag
Do you miss your alarm clock?
David M. Smith
A special needs child requires special planning
Andrew Carvajal
Government overhauls foreign caregiver programs
Matthias Duensing
Sloppy will drafting can lead to family feud
Angela Princewill
U.S. denies banning student visa for Nigerians
