Employment Law in Ontario: How to Avoid Common Pitfalls
Navigating the complexities of employment law can be a challenging aspect of business management. Understanding the legislation and staying updated with ongoing changes are crucial to maintain compliance and avoid costly legal disputes. This article offers practical advice for employers and employees to avoid common pitfalls and stay compliant with employment law. Understanding Employment Law […]
Mareva injunctions in absence of substantive evidence
Mareva injunctions, colloquially known as “freezing orders,” have long been a powerful tool in litigation. The effect of these orders is to freeze bank accounts, put charges on title for property and notice to all creditors that there is a Mareva in place. These orders were meant to be particularly useful in situations where there […]
Corporate Restructuring: Legal Challenges in Growth & Expansion
Corporate restructuring is a pivotal phase in a business lifecycle, especially in startup environments. It involves a comprehensive overhaul of a company’s operational and legal structure, driven by the need to adapt to market changes, enhance operational efficiency, or position the business for growth. This article delves into the legal aspects of corporate restructuring, providing […]
ChatGPT shines light on lawyers falling short of genuine value
In the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), ChatGPT has emerged as a powerful language model capable of understanding and generating human-like text. While its capabilities are impressive, (I used it to write the opening sentence and title), I don’t believe that it will be replacing legal professionals. It used to be that a lawyer […]
Filing a Construction Lien in Ontario: A Step-by-Step Guide
Navigating the intricacies of construction projects in Ontario can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to understanding the legal safeguards provided by construction liens. Often referred to as “mechanic’s liens” in certain jurisdictions, construction liens play a pivotal role in protecting the rights of contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers who contribute labor or materials […]
Streamlining justice: Replacing motions to reduce court delays
It’s safe to say that civil litigators (and subsequently their clients) are all having issues involving court delays, wait times and backlog. Many reforms have been put into place to improve this backlog including: the movement towards alternative dispute resolution; removing matters for court delay and the movement of matters to be heard in writing. […]
Correctional Service in Ontario: Safety, Rehabilitation, and Rights
As of September 2021, Ontario’s correctional services operate based on key principles derived from laws, regulations, and policies. These principles are all about running correctional institutions effectively and compassionately. Their focus? Keeping everyone safe, supporting rehabilitation, and safeguarding the rights of inmates and staff. Correctional Service Safety Comes First Within the correctional service, safety is […]
The Crucial Role of Legal Counsel in Domestic Contracts
The landmark case of Anderson v. Anderson serves as a powerful lesson in the critical necessity of legal representation when dealing with domestic contracts. This precedent-setting case starkly highlights the potential risks that come with managing such agreements without the guidance of competent legal counsel. Understanding the Significance of Legal Guidance in Domestic Contracts Anderson […]
Trial Delays: The Implications of R. v. Hanan
The Supreme Court of Canada’s decision in R. v. Hanan marks a pivotal moment in the Canadian justice system, significantly influencing the way it deals with trial delays. In this case, the Supreme Court set aside convictions of manslaughter and other firearm offences, citing unreasonable delays that infringed upon the accused’s rights under the Charter […]
Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) Sentencing in Ontario
The sentencing principles for young offenders in Ontario are guided by the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA). This federal law plays a pivotal role in shaping the youth justice system in Canada, including Ontario. The YCJA serves the dual purpose of holding young offenders accountable for their actions while also prioritizing rehabilitation and reintegration into […]