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Continue reading the post titled 4. Contact UsSeparated spouses and changes to the Succession Law Reform Act and Family Law Act
Often, Family Law intersects with other areas of law. There have been several amendments to the Succession Law Reform Act (SLRA) that have significant consequences to separated spouses. Changes made to sections 17 and 43.1 of the SLRA, came into effect as of January 1, 2022 impact separated spouses. If the spouses have been living...
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Direct sales business models require the best legal choices from the many options available.
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Our immigration law group regularly assists with immigration border-crossing issues. If you or your employees have questions on crossing the Canadian and U.S. border, we can provide an advice to address the border-crossing related concerns. If your employees have been denied entry into the United States, contact us to discuses their eligibility to apply for a U.S. waiver.
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Our immigration law group regularly provides advice on border-crossing.
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Here’s our recent letter about the climate change lawsuit launched by Friends of the Earth and Sierra Legal on May 28, 2007: The Editor Globe and Mail Dear Sir/ Madam, Re: An Open Mind for the G8 date” (Editorial, May 30, 2007) Your editorial “An Open Mind for the G8 date” (Editorial, May 30, 2007)...
Continue reading the post titled A nuisance law suit?New Amendments to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 May Require Employers to Find Themselves Guilty of Violating the Act
The majority of employers in Ontario are required to abide by the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA”), legislation that includes standards for, among other things, the provision of a minimum wage, statutory holiday pay, overtime and limitations on hours of work. Where employees believe that their rights under the ESA have been violated, they...
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Providing expert evidence is an essential part of the legal system, Judges and Juries place significant weight on your opinion. This article outlines the legal duties of an expert and suggests some strategies for making the best presentation in court. Overview The purpose of a trial is to allow a trier of fact (judge or...
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The City of Toronto pled guilty to one violation under the Ontario Water Resources Act foroperating its sewage works in not accordance with its Certificate of Approval. It was fined $150,000 plus the victim fine surcharge.
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The Ministry of the Environment is working hard to improve the newish air pollution regulation O.Reg. 419/05. The original concept, that a five-year phase in period would result in businesses inventing pollution control technology, usually has not worked. As major businesses get close to the February 1, 2013 deadline, they are digging in their heels....
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