Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Frustration of contract is a legal concept that allows the parties to end a contract where an unforeseen event occurs that fundamentally changes the parties’ ability to perform the terms of the contract. A contract of employment will be frustrated…
Monday, July 21, 2025
The Small Claims Court jurisdiction will increase to $50,000, from the current $35,000, on October 1, 2025. As of that date, plaintiffs in Ontario may start an action in the Small Claims Court for monetary compensation of up to $50,000,…
Monday, July 14, 2025
It is essential that tenants carefully consider many factors when negotiating a commercial lease. This can help avoid unforeseen costs, protect existing or future business and start the tenant-landlord relationship on the right foot. Here are some key provisions that…
Thursday, July 3, 2025
When incorporating a corporation provincially under the Ontario Business Corporations Act (“OBCA”) or federally under the Canada Business Corporations Act (“CBCA”), the corporation’s articles must authorize at least one class of shares with voting rights. However, for various strategic or…
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
What is Tarion? Tarion is an independent, non-profit organization which aims to protect purchasers and owners of newly constructed homes by ensuring that builders meet their obligations under the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act and regulations (the “Act”). Through…
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Settlements are designed to bring finality to litigation, but without careful consideration, they can raise practical questions making resolution more difficult. In a recent decision from the Ontario Court of Appeal, the Court tackled the narrow but consequential issue of…
Monday, June 9, 2025
The residential housing market in some areas of Ontario—especially urban settings—seems to remain strong. Anecdotally, houses that are on good streets, in good neighbourhoods, and priced well still have competitive offer processes. The inventory of “good” homes remains very low…
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
After nearly 10 years in the judicial system, the R v. Greater Sudbury (City) saga has finally concluded. Though the decision may be a concern for some owners on construction projects, the recent Ontario Superior Court of Justice decision has…
Friday, April 4, 2025
The Current Legislation Statutory Accident Benefits are mandatory no-fault insurance benefits that are included in standard auto insurance policies in Ontario. They are often called “SABS” as they are fixed in regulation called the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (“SABS”). A…
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
The Ontario Superior Court’s decision in Abraham et al v. Abraham, 2025 ONSC 770, provides important guidance on the grounds for appeal under the Arbitration Act, 1991. Presided over by Justice A. Kaufman, the case examines the distinction between appeals…
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