Data breach – Frequently asked questions
Cybersecurity incidents are serious events that need to be addressed immediately. Our experience has shown us that dealing with issues such as consumer and regulator notifications, fines, and insurance need to be tackled as soon as possible. Below are general answers to frequently asked questions when a business has experienced a data breach. 1. Why...
Continue reading the post titled Data breach – Frequently asked questionsConducting workplace investigations COVID-style
As the COVID-19 pandemic carries on in Canada, it is becoming apparent that virtual workplace investigations may be here to stay for longer than we anticipated and most likely permanently. For many workplace investigators, virtually investigating was a new way of doing things and with nearly eight months under my belt, I have learned a few things along the...
Continue reading the post titled Conducting workplace investigations COVID-styleReady to Roll – Trailer Insurance Basics for the Open Road
Introduction With the arrival of vacation, cottage and horse show season in Southwestern Ontario, this may be a good time for you to review your insurance policies with your broker. This guide will provide you with a primer on what you need to consider when purchasing an insurance policy for items that you tow; whether...
Continue reading the post titled Ready to Roll – Trailer Insurance Basics for the Open RoadLargest foodborne illness outbreak in years linked to onions contaminated with Salmonella
Hundreds of confirmed cases of Salmonella in Canada are linked to a nationwide outbreak arising from contaminated onions. It is the largest single outbreak of foodborne illness in Canada since 2014. Symptoms of Salmonella infection include: Nausea; vomiting; diarrhea; abdominal pain; headache; dizziness; myalgia; and low-grade fever. Symptoms typically develop within 6 to 72 hours after...
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Bladder pain medication Elmiron linked to vision loss
Elmiron, a drug to treat a bladder condition affecting hundreds of thousands of Canadians, has been reported to cause vision loss in long-term users. Elmiron is an oral medication approved to treat interstitial cystitis (also known as painful bladder syndrome). Scientific studies link long-term use of Elmiron to vision issues, including a novel and progressive...
Continue reading the post titled Bladder pain medication Elmiron linked to vision lossSiskinds files proposed class action against Facebook
Note: This article was also published on AdvocateDaily.com By Rob Lamberti, AdvocateDaily.com Contributor A class-action lawsuit filed by Siskinds LLP against Facebook continues to collect plaintiffs who may have had their data scraped by Cambridge Analytica through an app on the popular social media platform, says London, Ont. privacy lawyer Peter Dillon. The lawsuit represents at least...
Continue reading the post titled Siskinds files proposed class action against FacebookWho has you covered? Ontario Court of Appeal narrows the availability of coverage for cyber matters under traditional insurance policies
Insuring your business may be costly, but gaps in your insurance may cost you more. A recent decision from the Ontario Court of Appeal could prevent you from making claims against your insurance policy if you happen to suffer a cyber security breach. In Family and Children’s Services of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville v. Co-operators...
Continue reading the post titled Who has you covered? Ontario Court of Appeal narrows the availability of coverage for cyber matters under traditional insurance policiesDivorce Act amendments: duties for parents and lawyers
A number of significant changes were made to the Divorce Act, which impact family law litigants, specifically divorced parents and separated spouses with children. These amendments to the Divorce Act took effect on March 1, 2021. Divorce Act changes explained: Duties for parents The duties that are now clearly set out in the Divorce Act are...
Continue reading the post titled Divorce Act amendments: duties for parents and lawyersJ&J files new bankruptcy case to address talcum powder claims after initial bankruptcy case rejected
On April 4, 2023, Johnson & Johnson announced a new proposed plan to commit $8.9 billion USD to “resolve all claims arising from cosmetic talc litigation against the Company and its affiliates in North America” through a newly filed Chapter 11 case in a US bankruptcy court. The proposed plan relates to J&J’s talcum powder...
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