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The recent decision of the British Columbia Supreme Court in Cascadia Pacific Realty Ltd v Hon Towers Kerrisdale Ltd., 2023 BCSC 1703 ("Cascadia") reinforces the importance...

It has been said that hard facts are apt to introduce bad law. This may occur when judges are asked to exercise their discretion to provide relief to a party facing severe consequences.

You must prove bad faith or wilful conduct to get damages for a Charter breach in Ontario — but in B.C., proof of just the breach is enough.

I have been reflecting on this year's theme for international women's day for quite some time. What does it mean to embrace equity?

Law360 Canada (August 11, 2025, 3:06 PM EDT) -- A recent decision of the Court of Appeal for Ontario offers important guidance to employers around off-duty conduct and the obligation to investigate incidents ofharassment.

As economic pressures mount due to tariffs and rising costs, many businesses may find themselves facing tough workforce decisions. If you are a business owner wondering, "Can I lay people off because of tariffs and price increases?" — the answer is a resounding "maybe." But it's complex.

The beginning of a legal career is often regarded as the most challenging period. As law students, articling students, and young associates, we must juggle deadlines, navigate a steep learning curve...

Combining and seperating two lives is complicated. We always hope that a relationship will be forever and ever, but sometimes that is not the case.

Congratulations! You have completed law school and now you are one step closer to becoming a lawyer. With the bar exam marking the second last hurdle on your journey to becoming a lawyer...

Reviewing appellate cases is a worthwhile exercise for trial and appellate counsel alike.

In the corner of my office is a camel-coloured litigation bag. Freckled with dark splashes, its sides both stiff from good workmanship and slightly sagging from over-use, ...

The start of September always brings to mind back-to-school season.

The Supreme Court recently provided much-needed clarification on the availability of judicial review when there is a statutory right of appeal.

In two recent decisions, Fantl v. Transamerica Life Canada, 2013 ONSC 5198 (CanLII) ("Fantl") and Kang v. Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada, 2013 ONSC 4800 (CanLII), Justice Perell awarded costs in the cause for motions under the Class Proceedings Act, 1992 ("CPA") where he found that success was divided.

Most litigators are aware of the importance of building a complete trial record to support a potential future appeal of the trial decision.

Death and taxes are usually seen as inevitable. Any exemptions from taxation are highly sought after with even religious organizations aggressively seeking to claim and maintain exempt status.

Electric scooters (e-scooters) are popping up in cities across Ontario.