Protecting Your Business Name in Ontario
April 15, 2025 By Mark Mikulasik Your business name is a critical asset—it represents your brand, reputation, and goodwill in the marketplace. In Ontario, protecting your business name involves more than just choosing a unique title; it requires legal steps to ensure that your name is safeguarded against misuse or infringement. Here’s what you need […]
Interpretation of Insurance Policies Can Favor the Insured
March 13, 2025 By Jonathon Clark Insurance policies are drafted by insurers. THE ISSUE Therefore, when a dispute arises over the interpretation of the policy, Ontario courts will often favour an interpretation which favours the insured. When and why is this the case? THE CASE 904950 Ontario Limited v. Dominion of Canada General Insurance Company […]
The Importance of Powers of Attorney
April 8, 2025 By Mark Mikulasik What Is a Power of Attorney? A Power of Attorney is a crucial legal tool that ensures your affairs are managed according to your wishes if you become incapacitated or are unavailable. Taking the time to create a POA now can save your loved ones significant stress and legal […]
Remote Work and the Law: Are Ontario Employers Liable for Office Injuries?
April 3, 2025 By Brian Babcock The shift to remote work has transformed the employment landscape in Ontario, bringing new legal considerations for both employers and employees. One key question that has emerged is whether Ontario employers can be held liable for workplace injuries sustained by employees working from home. The answer, as with many […]
Variation of Trusts
April 1, 2025 By Mark Mikulasik Having recently posted an article about termination of trusts, we now consider the situation where you want the trust to continue, but some of the terms are no longer appropriate, because circumstances have changed. This may be a change in tax rules, or circumstances of beneficiaries changing from those […]
Termination of Trusts
March 27, 2025 By Mark Mikulasik How does a trust come to an end? There are several possible ways: The settlor may retain an express power to revoke the trust, but absent that the settlor cannot reclaim any of the trust property. A power of revocation must be clearly and expressly reserved at the time […]
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Beware of Waiver By Conduct
March 25, 2025 By Brian Babcock We have written before about the dangers of accidentally waiving solicitor-client privilege. THE ISSUE This privilege is often considered almost absolute, but when does an exception arise? THE CASE In Khani v. Araghi, a dispute over whether or not a separation agreement was binding, the Ontario Court of Appeal […]
If You Die Without A Will
March 20, 2025 By Mark Mikulasik Having a will is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure that your wishes are carried out after your death. However, many Ontarians die without a will in place. Dying without a will in Ontario can create unnecessary stress and financial burden for your loved […]
Mediation or Litigation in Ontario: Pros and Cons
March 18, 2025 By Brian Babcock Resolving legal disputes can be a challenging and stressful process, but there are several options available in Ontario to help parties navigate their conflicts. Two of the most popular methods are mediation and litigation. Both have their own advantages and disadvantages, and understanding these can help you choose the […]