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- Can a Co-Owner Force the Sale of a Property?
A falling out, disagreement or dispute between co-owners of land can be stressful and confusing for those involved. Many co-owners may believe that they are effectively “stuck” in the co-ownership arrangement. In Ontario, this is often not the case. A person who holds land as a joint tenant, tenant … Read more »
- How Ahluwalia and Mitchell Have Shaped the Tort of Intimate Partner Violence
In Ahluwalia v Ahluwalia, 2026 SCC 16 (“Ahluwalia”), the Supreme Court of Canada (“SCC”) addressed whether Canadian tort law should recognize intimate partner violence as a distinct wrong. The Honourable Justice Kasirer, writing for the majority, recognized the tort of intimate partner violence (“IP … Read more »
- Prediction Markets in Canada: Tax Rules and CIRO Requirements
Until recently, prediction markets were unavailable in Canada. On March 26, 2026, the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) published a bulletin announcing its requirements for investment dealer members who wish to operate in prediction markets and offer event contracts. (CIRO Bulletin) … Read more »
- When Will a Court Grant Relief from Forfeiture of Real Estate Deposits
When a purchaser fails to close on a real estate transaction, any deposit made towards the purchase will be automatically forfeited even where the seller suffered no loss. As a result, the purchaser may be losing out on tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars. The purpose of a deposit undergir … Read more »
- DSF is Recognized in Best Lawyers 2027 Edition
Devry Smith Frank LLP is pleased to announce that six of our lawyers have been recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers. Jennifer K. Howard — Family Law Recognized by Best Lawyers since 2022 David Lavkulik — Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation Recognized by Best Lawyers since 2022 M … Read more »