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 claim. Read more
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 health lawyer Elyse Sunshine. Read more
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 criminal lawyer Jill Presser, who will appear before the nation’s top court this month representing an intervenor in an appeal involving the issue of delay. Read more.jpg)
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 investors, says Toronto condominium and commercial litigator Megan Mackey. Read more
‘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
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 uncomfortable power dynamic, says Toronto family lawyer Inna Tsinman. Read more
Strigberger offers up humour to keep presentations lively
Stress and anxiety are parts of everyday life, but humourist and author Marcel Strigberger believes humour is a great way to cope with most situations people face. Read more
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
Straight-talking Pop-Lazic empowers family law clients
“I’m pretty straightforward, but I think it does a disservice to clients when you’re not upfront with them about their chances of success, especially when they’re asking for something that is unrealistic,” Pop-Lazic, a lawyer with Jamal Family Law, tells AdvocateDaily.com. Read more
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
Jedlinski offers personal service to entrepreneurs
Windsor corporate lawyer John Jedlinski is in it for the long haul with his clients. Read more
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 he works with is vital. Read more
The importance of time and place in mediation
Litigators could benefit from opening their minds to the possibility of early mediation and settlement, says Toronto mediator Eric Gossin. Read more
‘Uni-tasking’ can help improve productivity: Bury
The always-on technology which surrounds us has created major distraction issues in legal practices that some experts call “digital fragmentation,” says Michael Bury, a certified coach with Blue Pond Coaching, who helps professionals tune out the diversions. Read more.jpg)
Relevance key in introducing evidence of past sexual history
The past relationship between the complainant and the accused cannot be introduced as evidence in sexual assault cases unless it is clearly shown to be relevant, says Toronto criminal lawyer Melanie Webb. Read more
Contractor gets undeserved second chance to prove damages
A commercial contractor will get a second kick at the can to prove his damages after a puzzling Ontario Court of Appeal (OCA) decision, says Toronto senior litigation lawyer Jeffrey Silver. Read more
Guide to out-of-province auto insurance coverage
An Ontario motorist injured in a collision outside of the province can sue for damages, says Ottawa personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. Read more
Full disclosure crucial when filing VDP amid program tightening
With the taxman recently taking a wider stance in aggressively pursuing past non-compliers, taxpayers making an application under the Voluntary Disclosures Program (VDP) should be sure to divulge all relevant information to their lawyer to avoid being reassessed beyond the scope of the program, says Canadian tax lawyer David J. Rotfleisch. Read more
Changes for federal employees include leave provisions
Changes to the Canada Labour Code (CLC) around paid leave for federally regulated employees could open the door for other forms of leave from work to be covered in the future, says Toronto employment lawyer Doug MacLeod. Read more
Government must update international student program: Jeffery
The federal government is on the right track in launching a new strategy to attract international students to Canada, but a fundamental change needs to be made to the study-permit screening process for it to be successful, says Toronto immigration lawyer Matthew Jeffery. Read more
