Author: Alistair Vigier
Are you wondering if a marriage license is critical? In this article, lawyer Michael Cochrane discusses how necessary marriage licenses are. Please note this is different than a marriage agreement, commonly known as a prenup. In places like British Columbia, you get your marriage license from London Drugs for some reason. “Some interesting problems can arise for couples who have participated in religious marriage ceremonies in Ontario, and some may find out they’re not legally married after all, Toronto lawyer Michael Cochrane writes in Advocate Daily.” Let’s talk about something that many people overlook until it’s too late: marriage licenses.…
What to do when workplace issues turn violent? “The violence recently seen in a Toronto workplace reminds us that not a year goes by without some horrific workplace violence. Would you believe that in the United States, more than 1,000 people die each year as a result of violence in their workplace? When you think of it, that is more than 20 people a week killed at work.” Let’s talk about something that doesn’t make the headlines until it’s too late: workplace violence. A shocking incident in a Toronto office recently brought this issue to the forefront again. It’s unsettling…
The court system – not the Divorce Act – needs updating to improve access to justice in family law and create more effective processes, says Toronto lawyer Michael Cochrane. How To Divide Your Property During Separation This means you cannot switch the name on a ticket already purchased for another person. If that is the case, you should each take your ticket, split up the reservation, and change the date respectively, so that you can each choose a time that is better for you to travel (fees and penalties will apply, of course). If the gift is a hotel and/or…
An Ontario Canada court has taken on employer termination conduct. If you need legal advice, you can speak to Littler LLP. Rhonda Levy and George Vassos often write about labour law in Ontario. In the ever-evolving world of labour law, few topics spark as much debate and litigation as employer conduct during termination. In Ontario, courts have shown increasing scrutiny of how employers handle dismissals, setting a precedent that resonates across industries. While termination is often viewed as a straightforward contractual issue, it carries emotional, financial, and reputational implications that courts are no longer willing to overlook. Real-World Insights from…
See the John Rosen profile below. He is a lawyer at Rosen & Company Barristers, located at 65 Queen St E, Suite 600, in Toronto, Ontario. He has been practicing law for over five decades! Unbelievable… John focuses on criminal defence law. He works for both people and companies. John Rosen mostly only takes on complex cases because his rates are premium! He also represents lawyers in Law Society compliance cases. Photo: John Rosen He represents clients in the provincial courts of Ontario and the Supreme Court of Canada. He has also taken on cases in the Cayman Islands, New…
Whether it’s the high-pitched yelping and yapping of an anxiety-addled chihuahua or the terror-inducing snarl of a pit bull or rottweiler, living near a household with a dog that incessantly barks can be audibly torturous and a source of constant stress. If your neighbour’s dog is keeping you up at night waking you up in the morning, or just being a noisy nuisance at all hours of the day, it’s reasonable to wonder how you can legally put an end to the cacophonous barking. But what are your options if you don’t want to move or deal with bad neighbours…
“The provincial government has room to grow when it comes to facilitating public policy issues, says Toronto lawyer Michael Cochrane, who recently spoke on the topic at a conference marking the 20th anniversary of the Environmental Bill of Rights.” Let’s be honest—most people have no idea what the Environmental Bill of Rights actually is, let alone how it affects their lives. Despite being around for two decades, it remains a legal framework that exists largely in the background, only surfacing when someone stumbles into an environmental issue that demands attention. That’s a problem, and it’s something Toronto lawyer Michael Cochrane…
Brian Radnoff discusses how SCC decisions may mean more consumer class actions in this article. Brian N. Radnoff is a Partner and Chair of the Canadian Litigation Practice Group. He works at the law firm Dickinson Wright. He focuses on commercial and corporate lawsuits. If you’ve been watching recent Supreme Court of Canada rulings, you might have noticed a shift that’s got many businesses sweating. The courts are making it way easier for consumer class actions to move forward, which means more companies will find themselves in legal hot water. If you’re a consumer, this is excellent news. If you’re…
Matthew Pearn discusses focusing on your freedom of information request for maximum effect in this article. Are you wondering how to exercise freedom of information to access the information you need? There is a law called the Access to Information Act. It allows Canadian citizens, people with permanent residency, and companies located in Canada the right to get information from the Canadian government. Sometimes, when the federal government doesn’t want to give you specific information, you might need to file a lawsuit in the Federal Court. An example might be a veteran who wants access to their Veterans Affairs medical…
Bill C-560 was a failed attempt in Canada to try and change the Divorce Act. The goal was to push for equal access for both parents to the kids. It made it to the second reading, but it was shot down in 2014. We included a video at the end of this article. In 2021 (seven years after Bill C-560 was defeated), the Canadian Divorce Act was finally changed. The new laws came out on March 1, 2021. We found a helpful graphic that explains some of the changes. While the law changes were passed in March 2021, they affect…