Guardianship: What You Need to Know
As medical science has improved, so has the prognosis for many of those who are catastrophically injured.
Can You Create An Economic Disincentive to Litigation from Beyond the Grave
On June 28, 2016, before breaking for the summer, the City of Toronto’s powerful Executive Committee met and reviewed an earlier study by KPMG which looked at various new revenue-generating policy proposals with an eye towards addressing the City’s estimated $582 million operating shortfall for 2017.
Quiz: International Trade
In this issue we look at international trade, including the North American Free Trade Agreement between Canada, the United States, and Mexico.
Regulation and the Financial Crisis – An Executive Counsel Roundtable
It has been about nine months since the global economy started to implode, and events that had been unthinkable for most economist began to unfold with mind-numbing regularity. Today no […]
Avoiding Black Holes and Hollow Victories: Cross-Border Litigation Comes of Age
The business of litigation, like commerce itself, has become increasingly international.
The Duty of an Attorney to Account
In assessing whether to pursue estate litigation, parties must always consider who will pay the resulting legal costs.
Doing Business in Ontario: An Overview of Environmental Protection Law
This guide provides a brief overview of the main elements of environmental protection law in Ontario.
Protecting Privilege and Confidentiality During E-Discovery
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Tax-Exempt Status Preserved – Despite Sophisticated Operations
A recent Tax Court of Canada decision confirms that not-for-profit organizations can adopt the good practices, efficiencies and activities of a well-run business without jeopardizing their tax-exempt status.
Avoiding False Starts and Hollow Victories: Equipping Yourself for Cross-Border Litigation
The business of litigation, like commerce itself, has become increasingly international.
Times, They are A’Changing
What is an employer’s duty to accomodate the needs of their employees?
Quiz on Cross-Border Litigation Issues
Quiz on cross-border litigation issues provided by WeirFoulds LLP partner, Greg Richards.
Are You Prepared for the New Customer Service Accessibility Laws?
The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2004 (“AODA”) came into force in June 2005, but its impact is just beginning to be felt. Accessibility standards for customer service have now been established by regulation, with almost every public and private sector organization in Ontario needing to comply by January 1, 2010, for most public sector entities and January 1, 2012, for the private sector.
Duty to Accommodate Supreme Court of Canada Rehabilitates the Undue Hardship Threshold
A recent decision of Canada’s top court signals a pendulum swing in the judicial attitude towards the employer’s burden.
Is Your Business Protected When Employees Leave?
The non-competition agreement you have with employees may not be worth the paper it’s printed on. More than ever, protecting your business interests when employees leave requires more than boilerplate wording.