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Dec 17, 2019

The Caribbean Court of Justice and Appealing to Accession

The debate surrounding the accession to a final appellate court for the Caribbean Region rather than to the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council (“Privy Council” or…

Dec 16, 2019

Goodbye to “Ghost Hotels”: Tribunal Upholds City of Toronto’s Efforts to Regulate Short-Term Rentals

Changes are coming to how Airbnb and other short-term accommodation marketplace websites operate in Toronto after a failed challenge by a group of landlords to the City…

Webinar: Beyond Boilerplate – Choice of Law and Choice of Jurisdiction Clauses

In this webinar, Nadia Chiesa and Kayla Theeuwen discuss how to transform boilerplate jurisdiction and choice of law clauses to reduce uncertainty and costs in litigation. They…

Dec 13, 2019

Multi-Jurisdictional Class Actions – Court Clarifies the Doctrine of Abuse of Process

In DALI 675 Pension Fund v SNC Lavalin, 2019 ONSC 6512, the Ontario Superior Court provided guidance about the court’s ability to stay a class action at…

Dec 6, 2019

To Refer or Not to Refer, That is the Question

Public reaction to the recent case of Tanase v. The College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario[1] was widespread and critical.[2] In this case, the Divisional Court upheld…

Nov 25, 2019

Webinar: Entire Agreement Clauses

In this webinar, John Buhlman and Megan Mah discuss the purpose, importance, and enforceability of entire agreement clauses. They also share some helpful drafting tips to consider…

Nov 19, 2019

Estate Planning Considerations for Singles and Singles with Children

While making a Will may seem like a one-size-fits-all endeavour to many, customizing an estate plan is a delicate exercise, especially as life changes and circumstances evolve.…

Nov 6, 2019

Innocent Vendors, Mitigating Damages, and Crediting Deposits: Clarifying the Rules

The Ontario Court of Appeal has recently clarified the rules when a vendor relists a property and sells it at a loss following the original purchaser’s default. …

Webinar: Commercial Litigation Seminar – Pre-Litigation Positioning: Tips for Improving Your Case

Our commercial litigators discuss best practices for when litigation is anticipated, including tips to avoid litigation and/or to position your case in the best possible way for…

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…

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