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Oct 30, 2019

Webinar: Exclusion of Liability Clauses

In this webinar, Michael Statham and Caitlin Steven discuss the enforceability of exclusion of liability clauses. An exclusion clause is a provision in a commercial contract intended…

A Workable Compromise: “Client Focused” Reforms Finalized

The prolonged effort on the part of Canadian regulators to elevate the statutory standard of conduct required of financial advisors and other registrants and the equally sustained…

Oct 29, 2019

Enhancing Security of Pensions in Insolvency Proceedings: Amendments to BIA and CCAA to Take Effect in November

On November 1, 2019, several amendments to the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (the BIA) and the Companies Creditors’ Arrangement Act (the CCAA) will take effect. Previously, our…

Oct 24, 2019

Significant Changes to Rule 76 Simplified Procedure Actions Are Here

Amendments to Rule 76 of the Rules of Civil Procedure were filed on October 23, 2019. These amendments, effective January 1, 2020, will see major changes to…

Oct 17, 2019

Time Off to Vote: An Overview of Employer Obligations on Election Day

As Canadians head to the polls for the federal election on Monday, October 21st, employers should be aware of their obligations to employees under the Canada Elections…

Oct 16, 2019

The Ontario Court of Appeal Refuses to Strike a Claim in Negligence for Premature Commercialization

The principles set out in the decision of the Supreme Court of Canada in Deloitte & Touche v Livent Inc. (Receiver of) (“Livent”)[1] are frequently relied upon…

Oct 8, 2019

Any Port in a Storm: New Protections for IP Licensees Under Canada’s BIA and CCAA Legislation

Insolvency, restructurings, and proposals create tidal waves of uncertainty for the numerous parties implicated in the proceedings. Third party intellectual property licensees who have relied on a…

Oct 7, 2019

Webinar: Employment Law Seminar

This employment law seminar covers a variety of topics including executive compensation, surviving the litigation process, workplace harassment investigations and termination clauses. Topics and Speakers: Introduction…

Sep 30, 2019

Webinar: Arbitration Clauses

This webinar deals with general considerations with respect to proceeding to arbitration, the jurisdiction of the arbitrator, appeal rights, and the legislative framework for the enforceability of…

Sep 26, 2019

Webcast: Bill 108 – More Homes, More Choice 2019 – What Will Change and What Will Remain?

The WeirFoulds Municipal, Planning and Land Development Practice Group hosted a seminar on Bill 108, the More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019. Seminar Description: Ontario’s newly…

Sep 19, 2019

The Arbitrator’s Right to be Unreasonable or Incorrect

It was for the arbitrator, not the court, to interpret and apply the substantive provisions of the [agreement], and it is of no moment whether the arbitrator…

Aug 27, 2019

Ulterior Motive? The Court Probably Doesn’t Care (And May Order Costs)

Litigants (and their lawyers) often develop theories regarding a party’s underlying motivation in a legal dispute. While these theories sometimes provide useful insight into a party’s strategy…

Aug 8, 2019

Long-Term Care Homes Public Inquiry Recommends Systemic Changes In Response to Wettlaufer Offences

On July 31, 2019, the final report and recommendations of the Long-Term Care Homes Public Inquiry were released. The Inquiry, which had a two-year mandate, was charged…

Aug 7, 2019

Rolling Limitation Periods: What Resets the Clock?

What will establish a “rolling” limitation period? In other words, why does the limitation clock start over again in one case, but not another? The Ontario Court…

Aug 6, 2019

An Employee’s Retirement Plans Do Not Determine The Reasonable Notice Period

On May 23, 2019, G.T. Trotter J.A., writing for a unanimous Ontario Court of Appeal, released his decision in Dawe v The Equitable Life Insurance Company of…

Jul 31, 2019

Court of Appeal Criticizes Trial Judge’s Conduct

In R. v. Ibrahim, 2019 ONCA 631, the Ontario Court of Appeal (Rouleau, Trotter and Zarnett JJ.A.) criticized the deportment of the trial judge in a criminal…

Jul 22, 2019

Ontario Launches Consultation on Building More Homes that People Need and Can Afford

Today, the Province is kicking off the consultation period for its proposed changes to the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS). These changes are part of the government’s “More…

Jul 16, 2019

Security for Costs on Appeal: A “How To” Guide

A motion for security for costs can be a powerful tool in a litigator’s arsenal to ensure a client is not left with an unenforceable costs order…

Jul 6, 2019

The Standard of Appellate Review for Standard Form Contracts versus CCAA Plans – SFC Litigation Trust v. Chan, 2019 ONCA 525

The SFC Story Allen Chan was the co-founder, chief executive officer and chairman of the board of directors of Sino-Forest Corporation (“SFC”). Between 2003 and 2011, SFC’s…

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