Dec 6, 2016 If there ever comes a time in your life when you are unable to make decisions about your personal care, your Power of Attorney for Personal Care will have the right to do so on your behalf. They will be responsible for making decisions like where you will live, what kind of […]

Dec 8, 2016 In Ontario, there are rigid time limits set out for the right to pursue a claim. If you have not started a lawsuit within the Ontario mandated limits, you may be unable to pursue your claim. These restrictions apply to disputes involving motor vehicle accidents, slips and falls, medical malpractice, assault and […]

Dec 13, 2016 Purchasing and building a custom home with a builder affords you the luxury of building a home perfectly tailored to your tastes. It’s a trend that is rising in popularity, especially in the Niagara Region as the population grows and residential resources expand out to accommodate. Newly built homes come with many […]

Dec 15, 2016 If you have been accused, charged or arrested for a criminal offense in Ontario, bail is the process that can allow you to be released from police custody while you wait for your trial. The police will decide whether or not to bring someone to bail court, they may otherwise decide to release an […]

Dec 20, 2016 Whether you’re looking to become a partner in an established business or you’ve decided to purchase a franchise or acquire an independent business, one of the key ways to ensure the process is a success, is to rely on advice from your business lawyer. An experienced business lawyer will guide you through […]

Dec 22, 2016 In Ontario, it is the employer’s responsibility to maintain an environment free from harassment and discrimination. An employer has a legal obligation to respond to and prevent sexual harassment claims. If harassment has happened within the workplace, employers must take disciplinary action and implement steps for prevention. This may include education sessions. […]

Dec 27, 2016 Defamation, broadly speaking, refers to communication about a person that serves to harm their reputation. In Canada, there are two forms of defamation: libel and slander. Libel refers to written statements or communications that form a permanent record and slanders refers to spoken statements or other gestures which do not form a […]

Dec 29, 2016 Understanding the risks and types of disputes your corporation or company may be subjected to over the course of doing business is important. To further protect your business, you should seek the advice of a commercial litigation lawyer to help you to minimize your liability. Commercial litigation is considered a legal business […]

Jan 10, 2017 If your spouse dies, what happens to their property and your joint property depends on two key factors: the status of your relationship and the existence of a valid will. Valid Will A will is a legal document that outlines who receives a person’s property upon their death. To be valid, there […]

Jan 12, 2017 A tort claim is filed when an injured victim seeks compensation for personal or financial injury from the person who injured them. The injuries can be physical, emotional, psychological or even financial. “Tort” comes from the Latin word for wrong or injustice. What is a Tort Claim There are many types of […]