By LegalMatters Staff • If police have reasonable grounds to suspect you were involved in a crime they can arrest you and take you to the station for questioning, with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom spelling out your rights during the interrogation. That includes informing you of your right to speak to a […]
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By LegalMatters Staff • People selling their homes want to present them in the best light possible. But if they knowingly misrepresent the property to buyers, that can lead to legal and financial repercussions. “All real estate transactions are expected to be built on a foundation of trust and transparency,” says Edmonton real estate lawyer
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By LegalMatters Staff • Impaired driving kills or injures more Canadians than any other crime, according to Public Safety Canada, and that includes impairment caused by either drugs or alcohol. It is also the single-most important factor contributing to serious road crashes. “If you are caught operating a vehicle while impaired by cannabis or any
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By LegalMatters Staff • For a long-term disability claim to be successful it must include a chronological narrative of your medical history, treatments and diagnoses. That type of medical evidence can only be gathered through regular and ongoing medical care and careful tracking of any reports given by experts along the way. These records can
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By Tony Poland, LegalMatters Staff • Mandatory mediation is a simple yet effective solution to the problem of civil court backlogs, says Ontario mediator and litigator Avril Hasselfield. Hasselfield, a partner with Results Mediators, says the civil court system in Ontario needs an overhaul to ensure access to justice. “More judges would help but that
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By Tony Poland, LegalMatters Staff • Divorce rates in Canada are the lowest they have been in 50 years but that optimistic news doesn’t mean couples starting out shouldn’t do all they can to legally protect themselves, especially those considering a common-law union, says Toronto family lawyer A. Julia P. Tremain. A Vanier Institute of
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By Tony Poland, LegalMatters Staff • Allegations of “racial stereotyping, microaggressions and verbal violence” within the Privy Council Office are a reminder that employers have an obligation to deal with issues of potential discrimination promptly, says lawyer and workplace investigator Krupa Shah. “We have been seeing much more discussions about race lately,” says Shah, of
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By LegalMatters Staff • There are few things more stressful than looking into the rearview mirror and seeing a police car’s flashing lights. If you find yourself in this situation you must stop your vehicle and speak to officers. But you also have rights when you are pulled over that they must respect. “No matter
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By LegalMatters Staff • Business owners or investors who are thinking about buying commercial property in Edmonton need to do their homework before making a purchase. It is also a good idea to consult with a lawyer who specializes in that field. “Due diligence is essential when purchasing a commercial property,” says Edmonton real estate
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By Paul Russell, LegalMatters Staff • As schools across the province open their doors next week, students and drivers must keep safety at the top of their minds, says Ontario disability and personal injury lawyer Joshua Goldberg. “Young children will be excited to be going back into the classroom and seeing their friends, and they
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