Aug 16, 2016 If you’re starting or operating a business, it is important to understand the different types of business structures and what each type means for you as an owner. Operating your own business is an exciting enterprise. The information below combined with the legal advisement of your business lawyer can help ensure that […]

Aug 18, 2016 The criminal justice system in Ontario can be complex and confusing, especially for those charged with a criminal offense for the first time. Whether you’re looking to be prepared in case you’re charged or have been charged, this post will help guide you through the initial stages. For most offenses, especially serious […]

Aug 23, 2016 If you have been fired from your job, you are likley entitled to a notice period and/or severance pay. However, if you have been fired for “cause” you are not entitled to notice or severance pay. If you have been denied notice or severance, or disagree that you were fired “with cause,” […]

Aug 25, 2016 There are many challenges that can arise as an employer and business owner.  Regardless if your business is a startup or is well established, it is essential that you are managing how you minimize your risks as an employer. Failing to properly protect your business could expose you to the financial risks […]

Aug 30, 2016 If you intend to bring a claim against another party, you need to retain a lawyer to advise you on your legal rights. Before you sue, you may want to consider the alternatives to starting a lawsuit. Going to trial is not only expensive, but time consuming. There are a number of […]

Sep 1, 2016 If you are ready to lay out what will happen to your estate after your death, you likely understand the importance of having a plan for your property. Having a will in place will help you protect your family and your estate; it is an important document that requires a considerate amount […]

Sep 6, 2016 Buying a home is a stressful and risky process, this feeling is heightened for first-time home buyers. Purchasing a home is a highly contracted process; risks lie in fees that you aren’t legally required to pay and a potential misunderstanding of your legal rights or obligations. The best way to mitigate risk […]

Sep 8, 2016 If you’re operating your own business, or are a partner in a business, you will need contracts to protect both you and the business. Below are a summary of some of the common types of legal contracts that a business needs. All of these contracts should be reviewed by a business lawyer […]

Sep 13, 2016 In Ontario, the property equalization of a couple’s assets following a separation is determined by reference to the Family Law Act. Under the Act, the value of all property owned on separation date subject to certain adjustments is calculated for both spouses to determine the net family property of each.  The spouse […]

Sep 15, 2016 Personal injury claims can be made due to a car accident, professional malpractice, slip and fall accidents. Often the injuries resulting from these types of incidents can be both not immediately noticeable and long-term. The true cost of your injury may not be revealed until you’ve had medical treatment, therapy, rehabilitation and […]