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Construction liens remain one of the most powerful tools available to contractors and subcontractors in Ontario. However, as a recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice demonstrates, lien rights are also highly technical and unforgiving when it comes to timing. In Alugard Ltd. v. View … Read more »

Ontario’s automobile insurance system is undergoing one of its most significant transformations in decades. Effective July 1, 2026, amendments to the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS) will dramatically alter the scope of no-fault benefits available to individuals injured in motor vehicle … Read more »

Recent amendments to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) have introduced a meaningful change to the financial landscape of estate administration in Canada. Effective January 1, 2025, eligible estates may receive an additional $2,500 top-up to the CPP death benefit, increasing the total potential benefit f … Read more »

Personal injury litigation involving elderly plaintiffs raises distinct legal, evidentiary, and practical considerations that differ significantly from claims involving younger individuals. As Ontario’s population ages, courts and counsel are increasingly confronted with claims where pre-existing … Read more »

Commercial lease disputes frequently arise when landlords attempt to alter how tenants use shared spaces such as loading areas, parking facilities, or access points. While leases often grant landlords discretion to manage “common areas,â€� that discretion is not unlimited. When a landlord interfer … Read more »