Does “Repair” Mean “Replace”?
July 14, 2021 By Brian Babcock Most commercial leases contain clauses that describe the respective responsibility of the landlord and the tenant to repair or replace parts of the building. There is no single standard clause, because buildings and relationships differ. Sometimes these clauses are negotiated, but sometimes a drafter simply inserts a precedent from […]
Municipal Liability as Employer Under OHSA
July 14, 2021 By Brian Babcock Owners, constructors, employers, supervisors and workers all have different roles and responsibilities under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA). The more hats you wear, the more potential there is for liability. What might surprise some municipal leaders is the extent of a municipality’s exposure as an employer. […]