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Jun 14, 2010

Legislative Update: Ratepayers Challenge the Constitutionality of Parts of Ontario’s Green Energy Law

An important part of Ontario’s green energy initiative is legislation that seeks to levy a so-called special purpose charge (“SPC”) on ratepayers.

Case Law Update: The Supreme Court of Canada Finds that Administrative Tribunals have the Jurisdiction to Grant “Charter” Remedies

The Supreme Court of Canada has removed any lingering doubts that administrative tribunals have the authority to grant “Charter” remedies.

Jun 1, 2010

Case Law Update: Bell Canada v. Rogers Communications Inc.

2010 ONSC 3010, released 27 May 2010Interlocutory Injunctions Irreparable Harm Delay

Legislative Update: Energy Consumer Protection Act, 2010

Ontario Bill 235 received Royal Assent on May 18, 2010. The purpose of the new legislation is to provide safeguards for energy consumers.

International Transport Quiz

Anever smaller world means more multi-jurisdictional litigation, with interprovincial, cross-border, and international business and transport raising many jurisdictional issues.

Case Law Update: R. v. Conway

2010 SCC 22, released 11 June 2010Administrative Law Charter Remedies Jurisdiction of Administrative Tribunals

Case Law Update: Toronto Star Newspapers v. Canada

2010 SCC 21, released 10 June 2010Constitutional Law Mandatory Publication Bans at Bail Hearings do not Infringe the Freedom of Expression Guarantee under the Charter

Case Law Update: Grand River Enterprises Six Nations v. Canada

2010 ONSC 2911, released 18 May 2010Interlocutory Motions – Temporary Stay – Related Proceedings

Case Law Update: United States v. Yemec

2010 ONCA 414, released 8 June 2010Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Defences Meaningful Opportunity to be Heard Equitable Orders Injunctions

Case Law Update: Yugraneft Corp. v. Rexx Management Corp.

2010 SCC 19, released 20 May 2010Enforcement of Foreign Judgments – Arbitration Awards – Limitation Periods

Case Law Update: Baryluk v. Warner Bros. et al.

2010 MBQB 66, released 28 April 2010Costs Costs Against a Lawyer Personally

Case Law Update: Piresferreira v. Ayotte

[2010] O.J. No. 2224, released 28 May 2010Employment Law – Causes of Action Negligent Infliction of Mental Suffering Not Available in Employment Context

May 6, 2010

First Ontario Energy Board Decision to Consider the Implementation of Ontario’s Green Energy Act

First decision released by the Ontario Energy Board addressing implementation of Green Energy Act.

May 5, 2010

Ontario Court of Appeal Confirms Limits on the Freedom of Publicly Regulated Companies

There is an important distinction between private corporations and publicly regulated corporations (Toronto Hydro-Electric System Limited and the Ontario Energy Board).

May 1, 2010

Norwich Orders in Canada: A Tool for Twenty-First Century Litigation

The Norwich order has proven to be a useful litigation tool to tackle the “known and unknown unknowns” that litigants may face.

Apr 15, 2010

Toronto’s “Harmonized” Comprehensive Zoning By-law

If you own property in Toronto or have development objectives in mind, Toronto’s comprehensive zoning by-law is a process you’ll want to follow carefully.

Apr 12, 2010

Low Interest Rates Threatening an Income Trust? There is a Solution.

A trustee appointed under a Will must follow strictly the directions given in the Will. However, where the administration of a trust has become impractical by virtue of superseding events, the courts in Ontario can allow an exception to this rule.

Apr 1, 2010

Quiz: Mergers and Acquisitions – Risk Management

Mergers and acquisitions and other major business transactions are complex and involve myriad issues. As transactions evolve, the pace of decision-making can become fast and furious.

Mar 22, 2010

Real Estate Developers Must Comply with Anti-Money Laundering Legislation

Real estate developers must now comply with the reporting, client identification and record keeping requirements within this legislation.

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Case Law Update: The Supreme Court of Canada Finds that Administrative Tribunals have the Jurisdiction to Grant “Charter” Remedies

Case Law Update: Bell Canada v. Rogers Communications Inc.