The 2022 Planning Act Amendments
Whether you’re a land owner, prospective buyer, or have an interest in real estate or municipal planning, you may have heard of the Planning Act […]
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Procedure in a Construction Lien Action
Construction law is one of few areas of practice that is governed by more than one set of procedural rules which are, at times, inconsistent
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Occupational Health and Safety in the Construction Industry
Employers have several responsibilities and obligations when it comes to keeping their employees safe under occupational health and safety law. This is especially so in
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Changes in Wills Legislation
Significant amendments to estate planning legislation came into effect on January 1, 2022 which affects any person who has separated from their spouse, is living
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Can a Joint Tenant Owner and Property be Responsible for the Other Joint Tenants Debts?
Joint tenancy ownership is distinguished by what are known as four unities; Joint tenants have identical, undivided interests in the jointly owned property. In a
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Suspicious Circumstances Surrounding the Drafting and Execution of the Will
Many legal challenges to the validity of the will involve an allegation that there were “suspicious circumstances” surrounding the drafting and execution of the will.
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Digital Assets in Estate Planning
The increasing presence of technology in our everyday lives introduces a new, important question: What happens to our digital assets when we die? Much of
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Understanding Construction Liens
The involvement of many parties with a stake in the game can make the construction process complex, and often generates disagreements. A construction lien can
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What is Required if I am Separated and Travelling Outside of the Country With Our Children?
The requirements when travelling with your children without the other parent present will differ depending on your situation. As a precaution, it is always wise