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Guardianship: What is it, when is it required and other FAQs

Have you been told that you need to obtain “guardianship” to assist a loved one with their property and finances? Are you uncertain what guardianship is, what being a guardian entails, or how to go about obtaining guardianship? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, this article is…

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Published on: 5 Dec 2023 By

Banman v Ontario, the preferable procedure requirement, and institutional abuse litigation

The first stage of a class proceeding is the certification stage. Certification is a procedural step, the purpose of which is to screen out cases that are not appropriate to be dealt with on a class-wide basis. In Ontario, an action is certified if it passes the five-step test outlined in se…

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Published on: 20 Nov 2023 By

Reminder: Federally-regulated employers must provide free menstrual products to their employees starting December 15, 2023

On December 15th, 2023, Regulations Amending Certain Regulations Made Under the Canada Labour Code (Menstrual Products) (the “Regulations”) will come into force, requiring federally-regulated employers in Canada to provide menstrual products to their employees at no cost. What exactly is req…

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Published on: 8 Nov 2023 By

Can an Ontario-regulated employer prohibit their employees from discussing their salaries, bonuses and other compensation?

While open discussions about compensation between employees were once considered impolite, they are becoming more common as people gain awareness of pay inequities.  In 2023, women and visible minorities, on average, still earn less than their male counterparts who are not part of a visible …

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Published on: 1 Nov 2023 By ,

Class Action pursued for Canadians alleging harms from Ozempic, semaglutide drugs

Ozempic, the popular drug approved in Canada to treat diabetes, has been linked to serious harms to users. Studies have shown a link between the use of semaglutide – the active ingredient in Ozempic – and an increased risk of severe gallbladder-related harms, including gallstones, and gastro…

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Published on: 20 Oct 2023 By ,
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Bard PowerPort Catheters: Device failures linked to health risks

Implantable catheter products, sometimes called “ports,” are medical devices used to provide long-term access to major veins in the body. The device is implanted in the body and sits just under the skin, allowing repeat access for the delivery of medications, fluids, nutrition, or blood. The…

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Published on: 11 Oct 2023 By

Proposed changes to the Competition Act could affect your business

On September 21, 2023, Bill C-56—also known as the Affordable Housing and Groceries Act—received its first reading in the House of Commons. The Bill proposes several changes to Canada’s Competition Act. One such change is a significant expansion of the government’s power to conduct inquiries…

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Published on: 2 Oct 2023 By

Power of attorney issues: Compensation for powers of attorney for property

If you have been named as an attorney for property1 pursuant to a continuing power of attorney for property, you may be wondering whether or not you are entitled to receive compensation for acting in this capacity and, if so, how that compensation is calculated. This is a fair question to as…

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Published on: 28 Sep 2023 By

Notice periods for personal injury claims in Ontario

When you are injured, your immediate focus should be on your health and recovery. However, when you have sustained an injury due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing in Ontario, there is often a requirement to provide notice of your injury to the negligent party within a certain period…

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