What to do if your tenant appeals an eviction order to the Divisional Court in Ontario
KPA Lawyers – April 4, 2019 It can be frustrating to spend all of that time and money winning your shiny new Eviction Order from the Landlord and Tenant Board, only to discover that your tenant has appealed his or her case to the Divisional Court. The effect of this appeal, as you might already […]
How to apply for a liquor license in Mississauga
KPA Lawyers – April 17, 2019 Considering how many people enjoy spending time in restaurants and bars in Peel Region, you may have, at some point, thought about starting your own liquor licensed establishment in Mississauga. If you’re thinking about becoming a first-time applicant for a Liquor Sales License, then read on. First things first, […]
What to do if you have received a Plaintiff’s Claim in Mississauga
KPA Lawyers – April 28, 2019 If you have received (been “served” with) a Plaintiff’s Claim in Mississauga, you should contact a lawyer immediately. A Plaintiff’s Claim is a document, known as an “originating process” that commences a lawsuit in Ontario’s Small Claims Court. It is only used in cases that involve less than $25,000. […]
Disability lawsuit dismissed after no disability cited, Human Rights Tribunal
KPA Lawyers – April 17, 2019 It seems like the kind of thing you’d read about in The Onion or The Beaverton, but this story is unfortunately quite true. It should probably be noted that neither KPA Lawyers nor any of our employees had anything to do with this case. It should also come as […]
Man sues Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario in Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, loses
KPA Lawyers – April 17, 2019 It’s almost reminiscent of an old internet meme. On March 22nd, 2019, the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario decided the case of Gallagher v. Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario. Before we say anything further, it should probably be noted that neither KPA Lawyers nor any of our employees had […]
What to do if you receive an Application from Family Court in Peel Region
KPA Lawyers – April 28, 2019 If you are named as a respondent in a family case and you have received (been “served” with) an Application, you will also receive a blank Answer that will allow you to respond to the claims that have been made in the Application. You may also make claims against […]
Here’s what’s really happening during that free consultation
We get it, lawyers have a reputation for being expensive. In fact, dispelling that reputation has become the cornerstone of a lot of legal advertising. Pay nothing and receive excellent legal advice and representation. You hear it a lot, and it sounds too good to be true. Unfortunately, it very often is just that: too […]
What to do if you receive a traffic ticket in Peel Region
KPA Lawyers – April 28, 2019 Getting a traffic ticket doesn’t mean you’re a bad driver, and it doesn’t even necessarily mean that you are guilty of the offence listed on the ticket. A ticket is simply a charge (or allegation) which indicates that a police officer believes you committed a violation of the Highway […]
Human Rights Tribunal dismisses sexual harassment lawsuit against Mississauga Cricket League
KPA Lawyers – September 20, 2019 On June 6th, 2019, the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (“HRTOâ€) summarily dismissed a lawsuit filed by Mississauga resident, Kirstena Naidu, against the Mississauga Cricket League. Naidu alleged that she had been discriminated on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment, sexual solicitation and advances, with respect to membership […]
Can I force my spouse to pay in advance for my legal fees in Ontario’s family court?
KPA Lawyers – July 24, 2019 The short answer is yes, it’s possible, but it’s also highly unlikely. Pursuant to Rule 24(18) of the Family Law Rules the court may make an order that a party pay an amount of money to another party to cover part or all of the expenses of carrying on […]