When Does a Lawsuit Become a Tool for Limiting Public Debate? Section 137.1 of the Courts of Justice Act (CJA) grants the ability to bring a motion for the dismissal of any proceeding if that proceeding is aimed at limiting public debate. This step can be taken at any time after a proceeding is commenced and […]
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Defamation Hurdles Overcome
The Ontario Court of Appeal (ONCA) in Bondfield Construction Company Limited v. The Globe and Mail Inc. has again had to deal with an appeal from a SLAPP decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (“ONSC”). SLAPP stands for Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation or Gag Proceedings which can potentially be dismissed under s. […]