When a loved one passes, it can be stressful when it comes to navigating the administration of their estate – especially if you cannot locate their Last Will and Testament. When drafting wills [...]
Couples may have many reasons for not getting married, but when a common law partner dies without a will, the living partner is left legally vulnerable. When an individual dies without a will, [...]
In Canada, both the federal and provincial governments have roles in regulating family law, however, it is the federal government that oversees marriage and divorce. The concept of common law [...]
If you have made the decision to separate, or if you are currently contemplating separating from your partner, it is important to know right from the start that there are options besides going to [...]
What is a Limitation Period? A limitation period is a time limit for a party to commence, or bring forth, a claim against another party. In Ontario, the Limitations Act, 2002 provides a Basic [...]
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) allows parties to resolve disputes without traditional litigation. In family law, ADR can offer separated spouses a less expensive and more flexible path to [...]
When the COVID-19 outbreak was declared a pandemic, many individuals looked to their contracts to see if force majeure provisions would provide them with relief. More specifically, tenants looked [...]
When the COVID-19 global pandemic hit, there was much confusion surrounding the Construction Act (the “Act”) construction lien timelines. This arose as a result of a limitation freeze on most [...]
Question: When is the best time to contact a personal injury lawyer? Answer: As soon as possible after your injury. Some people wonder if they should contact a personal injury lawyer after an [...]
Buying or selling a business may seem like a complex process, with so many different issues to consider, it can be difficult to know where to start. While each transaction is unique, there is a [...]