More can be done to help insurance claimants complete standard forms

/ Disability Law /

By Tony Poland, LegalMatters Staff • An Ontario government initiative to reduce the administrative burden on family doctors will undoubtedly benefit patients, says Ontario disability insurance lawyer Courtney Mulqueen. However, she says she questions whether the province’s paperwork plan will have a positive impact on the insurance claims process. “The Ontario government is trying to […]

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Ontario builders are concerned about Tarion’s future, says lawyer

/ Real Estate /

It has been reported that Tarion – the independent and not-for-profit organization that administers Ontario’s new home warranty program – is facing the “largest claim event” in its history, with the organization expecting to owe more than $90 million to home buyers. “The claims are expected for deposits from homebuyers who purchased homes or condos

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Higher speeds on Ontario highways may lead to more collisions

/ Personal Injury /

By Paul Russell, LegalMatters Staff • As speed limits rise on sections of 400 series highways across the province in July so may the risk of getting into a serious accident, says Ontario disability and personal injury lawyer Joshua Goldberg. “Most of us love long drives in the summer, whether we are going to a

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New TLA president looks to build on the success of his predecessors

/ Legal Services /

By Tony Poland, LegalMatters Staff • While acknowledging he has some big shoes to fill, incoming Toronto Lawyers’ Association (TLA) president Mark Crane says he is looking forward to “working closely with the many talented people within this organization.” Crane, a partner in the Advocacy Department of Gowling WLG, takes the reins of the presidency

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Understand your legal responsibilities before hunting

/ Criminal Law /

By LegalMatters Staff • Many Canadians enjoy hunting game or fowl, especially in Alberta’s wilderness areas. But anyone taking up this sport needs to read the provincial regulations before setting out or they could face serious penalties. “The laws governing this activity can be confusing, especially to those new to the sport,” warns Calgary criminal

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The age of consent in Canada is 16 in most instances

/ Criminal Law /

By LegalMatters Staff • Generally speaking, the age of consent in Canada is sixteen. That is when a young person can legally agree to sexual activity, ranging from kissing and fondling to sexual intercourse. But there are some exceptions when it comes to consent. “Sexual activity without consent is a criminal offence, regardless of age,”

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Another court ruling raises questions about termination clauses

/ Employment/Labour /

By Tony Poland, LegalMatters Staff • A recent Ontario Superior Court decision may have some employers wondering once again if they should redraft the termination provisions in their employment contracts, says Toronto employment lawyer Ellen Low. In Dufault v. The Corporation of the Township of Ignace, Justice H. M. Pierce held that the termination provisions

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