In my previous post on this issue back in June 2018, I lamented about the lack of change for the use of agents in the Criminal Code. Section 802.1 says this: Despite subsections 800(2) and 802(2), a defendant may not appear or examine or cross-examine
Bill C-75 is a threat to the Paralegal scope of practice. If not amended, then the bill will effectively remove Paralegals from representing clients or acting as agents for lawyers in criminal cases using the summary conviction process. Justice Minister Wilson-Raybould seems to think that it
We have all heard the horror stories. The new homeowner buys a house and discovers a problem after the title is transferred. A leaky basement. A leaky roof. Pool or hot tub equipment not working. Septic system has failed and needs to be replaced. What
The Government of Ontario has just released this week a new standardized lease that is now required for residential tenancies starting April 30, 2018. On the Ministry of Housing’s website, the purpose of the standard lease is to use plain language to help: landlords and
The Ontario Small Claims Court: How to Do It Right
Is your Small Claims Court matter starting to spiral out of control? Do you know what you are getting yourself into? "The Ontario Small Claims Court: How to Do It Right" will help you answer those questions and many more. Chapters include:
