July 26, 2018
Appeal Asks Whether Judge Has To Read All Material Presented At Trial
When going through a case before the courts, one might expect a judge to be paying close attention to the facts presented to them. And…
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July 19, 2018
Court Rejects Lawyer’s Attempt To Walk Back Agreement On A Technicality
Technicalities can sometimes be used as a way to escape obligations owed under a contract, but as a recent decision from the Ontario Superior Court…
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July 12, 2018
Court Determines A Signaler Can Perform Other Duties At A job Site
Health and safety regulations are a critical part of any workplace, especially those involving the use of heavy machinery or other dangerous equipment. Ontario’s Construction…
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July 5, 2018
Is A Biological Parent Entitled To Notice When Their Adult Child Is Being Adopted?
Adoptions typically involve children being adopted by adults. However, there are instances when someone might apply to adopt an adult. Situations where someone might want…
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June 27, 2018
Can A Judge Force A Parent To Take Children Back To Their Home Country Even If There Is A Risk Of Harm From The Other Parent?
The summer travel season can be complicated for divorced or separated parents. Planning vacations can include everything from the coordination of schedules to the signing…
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June 21, 2018
The Word Of An Employee Against The Word Of An Employer Following An Event Leading To Termination
A breach of contract can lead to the termination of an employee. However, what if the employee says they are not to blame for an…
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June 14, 2018
Does The Old Saying “If You Don’t Have Something Nice To Say, Don’t Say Anything At All” Apply To References For Former Employees?
It’s common for a potential employer to ask a job candidate for a reference from a previous employer. A candidate can usually be expected to…
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June 7, 2018
Are There Mulligans In Estate Planning?
It stands to reason that most people want to make financial decisions in the most tax efficient manner possible. But what options are available to…
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May 31, 2018
Checking Your Privilege At the (HR Office’s) Door
Employers may often rely on the advice of their human resources department when making decisions regarding discipline and termination of employees. The Ontario Superior Court…
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May 24, 2018
Navigating A Request to Vary A Poorly Drafted Separation Agreement
Separation agreements can be great tools in establishing the obligations and rights to couples going through separations. However, it’s incredibly important to obtain proper legal…
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