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Saying “No” to Non-Competition Clauses – The lowdown on Ontario’s historic new employment law

Late last year, you may have heard that there were significant changes to Ontario’s employment laws, specifically to non-compete agreements. Well, you heard correct, and here is a lowdown on the changes to non-compete provisions in Ontario under Bill 27,...

March 1, 2022

The Pandemic’s Impact on the Family Justice System

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The Pandemic’s Impact on the Family Justice System

Since 2020, parents and children alike were compelled to make significant adjustments in their daily lives due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now that kids have returned to in-school learning it may look as if families in Ontario are returning to...

November 27, 2021

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Marriage Contracts

In Ontario, couples can enter into a marriage contract that addresses the following issues: ownership in or division of property;support obligations;right to direct the education and moral training of children; andany other matter in the settlement of their affairs. The...

October 29, 2021

The Litigation Process – Examination for Discovery

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The Litigation Process – Examination for Discovery

By Carly Harris An examination for discovery plays a very important role in civil litigation. It is a process where the parties have the opportunity to ask each other questions prior to trial through their lawyers. Examinations for discovery are...

October 5, 2021

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Certificate of Pending Litigation

By Carly Harris A certificate of pending litigation (“CPL”) is a useful tool used by parties when there is a dispute involving real property. It provides notice to the public, registered against title to property, that interest or title to...

September 21, 2021

Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Sections in Employment Contracts

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Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Sections in Employment Contracts

By Carly Harris Restrictive covenants are often found in employment contracts and can be a useful tool to reduce the impact on your business when an employment relationship comes to an end. A restrictive covenant is an agreement that imposes...

September 7, 2021

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Why We Love Appeals

Let’s chat appeals. Whether you are appealing a trial decision or a motion order, an appeal is a complex process that requires a special degree of attention. Appeals have their own unique rules and strict timelines. Not every lawyer enjoys...

August 28, 2021

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Choosing the Right Business Structure

by Carly HarrisStarting a business can be overwhelming. There are many different things to consider such as marketing, financing, operations, and what type of business structure you should choose. In Ontario, there are three main business structures: sole proprietorships, partnerships,...

July 26, 2021

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An Introduction to Smart Contracts

by Taayo Simmonds Whether your legal dispute relates to a business matter, estate litigation, or real estate transactions, contractual obligations are often part of the equation. From a transfer of title for a property to the transfer of funds for...

July 2, 2021

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Commercial lender won’t get woman’s home, ‘undue influence’ in agreement, court finds

Lenders demanding collateral must be “wary” of borrowers in “special relationships” and find out if legal counsel has been obtained by all involved, says a lawyer after an Ontario ruling that… Read More

June 1, 2021

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Saying “No” to Non-Competition Clauses – The lowdown on Ontario’s historic new employment law

The Pandemic’s Impact on the Family Justice System

Marriage Contracts

The Litigation Process – Examination for Discovery

Certificate of Pending Litigation

Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Sections in Employment Contracts

Why We Love Appeals

Choosing the Right Business Structure

An Introduction to Smart Contracts

Commercial lender won’t get woman’s home, ‘undue influence’ in agreement, court finds

What Happens to Your Property If You Die in a Common-Law Relationship in Ontario?

The Cost of a Broken Promise: Why Equity Must Be Documented in Ontario

Should You Settle Your Family Law Case?

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