The internal workings of Canadian telecom giant Rogers Communications have been the source of many headlines over the past week, after an attempt to shuffle the corporate leadership failed. Now, the various directors of the company are engaged in an ongoing dispute that could have long-term ramifications for the company’s shareholders and public reputation. Not […]
Category Archives: Commercial Litigation
Ontario Privacy Commissioner Encourages Provincial Reform
Ontario does not have legislation governing the use of personal information by private corporations within the province. Instead, the province relies on the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) to govern the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information relating to commercial activity in Ontario. In contrast, Alberta, British Columbia, and Quebec […]
Canadian Provinces at Odds Over Jury Vaccination Mandates
Vaccination mandates have been making headlines for weeks, especially since the provincial government announced on September 22 that Ontario residents must have proof of vaccination to access gyms, movie theatres, concerts, or dine-in restaurants. More recently, there have been conversations about whether people should be able to serve on juries if they are not fully […]
Farm Connected to Mass COVID Outbreaks Facing Regulatory Charges
Businesses are subject to a number of regulatory laws governing a wide variety of issues, from environmental controls to securities regulation, to health and safety obligations. Businesses that fail to meet their obligations under these various regulations may be subjected to significant fines under the applicable legislation. In addition, individual owners can also be held […]
Court: Criminal History Not Material to Life Insurance Policy
People purchase home, life, and automobile insurance to protect themselves and their families from financial hardship after an accident, death, or property damage. Unfortunately, sometimes there is a conflict between the insurance company and the insured in terms of what should or will be covered in the event of a claim. In a recent Ontario case, […]
Business Interruption Litigation Begins in Earnest
We have previously written about the impact of ongoing lockdowns and safety mandates due to COVID-19, and the impact they’ve had on businesses throughout the country. Soon after the pandemic began, in April 2020, we discussed the concept of business interruption insurance and its potential applicability to the situation at hand. In the months since, […]
Ontario Not-for-Profit Business Corporation Act Coming Into Force
Ontario’s Not-for-Profit Business Corporations Act (ONCA), which received royal assent back in 2010, is finally set to come into force on October 19th. Businesses that will be governed by this new legislation will have a three-year grace period, until October 19, 2024, to bring themselves into compliance with the changes under the Act. Below, we […]
SCC Provides Guidance on Interpreting the Wording of a Release
A final release is a document used in various areas of law when the parties involved in litigation have reached a settlement of their issues. In exchange for settling the matter, the plaintiff will often be asked to sign a release waiving the defendant party’s liability in any future claims related to the matter at […]
Barrie Residents Facing Insurance Headaches in Wake of Tornado
On July 15th, a tornado hit the City of Barrie, leaving behind a path of destruction through a residential community that stretched for approximately five kilometres, with winds reaching speeds of up to 210 km/hour. Luckily, there were no deaths reported, however, approximately 10 people suffered injuries, all non-life-threatening. However, the resulting property damage was […]
Changes Coming to Business Corporations Act in July
There are changes taking effect to Ontario’s Business Corporations Act on July 5th, aimed at eliminating certain requirements in an attempt to make it easier for organizations in Ontario to do business. The changes come as part of Bill 213, the Better for People, Smarter for Business Act, which received royal assent near the end […]