I am Sorry, Don’t Sue Me.

Posted on Feb 19, 2019 in Publications

Apologies and Liability in Canadian Contract and Tort Law. By Jonathan Marchand People are strange and complex beings. However, despite this complexity, we tend to prefer simplicity and order, and have developed an amazing skill at pattern-matching. This skill has been a boon to humans during our development, leading us to develop art, writing, […] Read More

A CHANGING OF THE TIDES IN THE WORLD OF CONSTRUCTION: THE PROMISE OF PROMPT PAYMENT

Posted on Dec 20, 2018 in Publications

By Johanna McNulty There is one simple truth in the construction industry, money needs to flow for work to happen. For those who are involved in the construction sector of the economy, you will know that there has been a lot of buzz about the recent amendments to the newly styled Construction Act, R.S.O. 1990, […] Read More

Electronic Signatures

Posted on Nov 23, 2018 in News, Publications

by Matt Leask Information Technology has become widespread enough, and advanced enough, to the point where most people expect to be able to complete just about any task using their smart phone from pretty much anywhere in the world. I am one of these people, I’ve had a cell phone my entire adult life. […] Read More

CAVEAT EMPTOR – The two Latin words that could end up costing you…

Posted on Oct 3, 2018 in Publications

By: Matt Leask Purchasing a home is often a much more emotionally driven experience than a lot of other daily transactions. People tend to fall in love with that “perfect home” which can cause even the most pragmatic of purchasers to jump in feet first and potentially overlook certain realities. For that reason, it’s helpful […] Read More

How You Handle Your Divorce Can Impact Your Child Forever

Posted on Sep 11, 2018 in News, Publications

By: Jean S. Beaton Parental conflict is toxic for children. Studies have demonstrated that when exposed to conflict our brains release stress hormones that over time can actually change brain functioning. This exposure to conflict can manifest as anti-social behaviour, problems at school, problems interacting with others, impaired problem solving and delinquency. No parent wants […] Read More

SLIPS, TRIPS AND FALLS AND HOW TO AVOID THEM

Posted on Sep 6, 2018 in Publications

Slips, trips and fall injuries are the most common types of injuries. Uneven walkways or steps, wet and/or oily surfaces loose or un-anchored mats, deteriorating concrete, poor lighting, a foot striking an object, icy conditions, are all contributors to fall incidents. For an injured person to make a claim for general damages (pain and suffering) […] Read More

Dealing with Separation in a Better Way

Posted on Aug 23, 2018 in News, Publications

The Benefits of Collaborative Law By Jean S. Beaton When people come to see me for an initial consultation after a separation, they often list similar priorities. That is, people want to resolve matters quickly and cost-effectively while remaining amicable, to the extent that this is possible. I make a point to discuss […] Read More

Why use Mediation or Arbitration to Solve Your Dispute?

Posted on Jun 27, 2018 in News, Publications

By: Malte von Anrep, QC No dispute resolution procedure is perfect. The aim is to find the one that works the best. Based on my fifty plus years of experience in using the courtroom litigation process I have conclude that issuing a claim in court and proceed to trial is the least efficient method […] Read More

Bill 148 Implementation Time Table & Employment Standards Poster version 7.0

Posted on Jan 29, 2018 in News, Publications

In our November 2017 corporate bulletin, we provided an update and overview of Bill 148, the Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017, which extensively amends the provisions of the Labour Relations Act (LRA) and Employment Standards Act 2000 (ESA). Since our November Corporate Bulletin, we have received several inquiries regarding the timeline of effective changes. […] Read More

BILL 148, THE FAIR WORKPLACES, BETTER JOBS ACT, 2017 – BECOMES LAW

Posted on Jan 29, 2018 in News, Publications

By Leanne Standryk and Alexandra Del Vecchio In 2015, the Ontario Government announced a comprehensive review of issues affecting the modern workplace. Two advisors prepared a final report outlining 173 changes to the Employment Standards Act 2000 (“ESA”) and the Labour Relations Act, 1995 (“LRA”). The Government introduced an Act to amend the Employment […] Read More