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First Steps After Deciding to End a Marriage
First Steps After Deciding to End a Marriage Article by Erin O'Leary Deciding to separate or end a marriage can feel overwhelming. It is a significant life change, often accompanied by uncertainty about parenting, finances, and what comes next. Speaking with a family...
Uncontested Divorce
Uncontested Divorce Article by Erin Burns Ending a marriage is a major life change, but if you and your spouse have finalized a Separation Agreement, the steps toward divorce are often simpler than expected. With the hard work of reaching an agreement behind you, the...
What Are Notional Taxes?
What Are Notional Taxes? Article by Ken Fraser When spouses separate in Ontario, it is often necessary to address issues that relate to the assets and liabilities owned by each spouse. To properly address these issues, the spouses must know the accurate value for each...
Don’t Miss Your Window! Deadlines You Need to Know for Personal Injury Claims
Don’t Miss Your Window! Deadlines You Need to Know for Personal Injury Claims Article by Matt Newton-Reidand Marie Duguay If you’re in a car accident or experience a slip and fall, rightfully, your primary concern should be taking care of yourself and your health....
The Importance of Financial Disclosure in Family Law
The Importance of Financial Disclosure in Family Law Article by Ken Fraser In Family Law, Judges have consistently described the duty to disclose financial information as the most basic obligation in Family Law. Judges have raised concerns that the failure to abide by...
Can my new construction home be appraised for less than I agreed to pay in my purchase agreement?
Julien Luckasavitch ANNOUNCER: I'm with Julien Luckasavitch from Cohen Highley. Julien, can my new construction home be appraised for less than I agreed to pay in my purchase agreement? JULIEN: Yes. If the real estate market declines, housing prices may fall and the...
What is Title Insurance?
Julien Luckasavitch ANNOUNCER: I'm with Julien Luckasavitch from Cohen Highley. Julien, what is title insurance? JULIEN: It's a policy of insurance that protects homeowners and lenders from financial loss caused by defects entitled to real estate. It does not cover...
When buying a new freehold construction home, how do I know when my closing will take place?
Julien Luckasavitch ANNOUNCER: I'm with Julien Luckasavitch from Cohen Highley. Julien, when buying a new freehold construction home, how do I know when my closing will take place? JULIEN: Check your Tarion addendum to the agreement of purchase and sale for a...
10 Things You Need to Do if You’re in a Car Accident
10 Things You Need to Do if You're in a Car Accident Article by Matthew Newton-Reidand Serena Rahhal Car accidents can be life-changing, harrowing experiences. On an average day in Ontario, motor vehicle collisions kill more than two people and result in injuries...
The Benefits of a Cohabitation Agreement
The Benefits of a Cohabitation Agreement Article By Erin O'Leary A cohabitation agreement (often called a “cohab” or sometimes a “prenup”) is a written legal contract for two people who live together in a marriage-like relationship. It can be used whether or not the...
Think Twice Before Paying Out of Pocket for a Fender Bender
Think Twice Before Paying Out of Pocket for a Fender Bender Article by Matthew Newton Reidand Aislyn Sax It is illegal not to report an accident to your insurer, yet according to a recent CBC article a poll of 1,000 people commissioned by the Canadian show Cost of...
Pensions and Family Law
Pensions and Family Law Article by Ken Fraser For many people, their biggest asset is their pension. They have worked hard throughout their career to earn and save their pension. More importantly, they are relying on it for security and peace of mind in their...
PROPOSED NEW REGULATIONS UNDER THE MEASURES RESPECTING PREMISES WITH ILLEGAL DRUG ACTIVITY ACT, 2025 (MRPIDAA)- CALL FOR FEEDBACK
PROPOSED NEW REGULATIONS UNDER THE MEASURES RESPECTING PREMISES WITH ILLEGAL DRUG ACTIVITY ACT, 2025 (MRPIDAA)- CALL FOR FEEDBACK Overview: The Ontario government is considering proposed new regulations under the Measures Respecting Premises with Illegal Drug Activity...
Statutory Deductible Increases for 2026
Article by Matthew Newton-Reid and Aislyn Sax Statutory Deductible Increases for 2026 Hurt in a car accident? The amount you are awarded could be reduced by almost $48,000 even if you aren’t at fault By: Matthew Newton-Reid and Aislyn Sax If you are injured in a motor...
The Tarion New Build Agreement Registration
Vera Dokter ANNCR: I’m with Vera Dokter from Cohen Highley Lawyers. Vera – what is the “Tarion New Build Agreement Registration”? Vera: As of July 1st, 2025 – new freehold home purchasers must provide notice of purchase within 45 Days of acceptance to Tarion - an...
Are there financial limits for damages in medical malpractice suits in Canada?
John Nicholson ANNCR: I’m with John Nicholson, a Medical Malpractice Lawyers with Cohen Highley. John – are there financial limits for damages in medical malpractice suits in Canada? John: The cap for pain and suffering damages is roughly $400,000. The Supreme Court...
What are some key elements for medical malpractice suits?
John NicholsonANNCR: I’m with John Nicholson, a medical malpractice lawyer at Cohen Highley. John, what are some key elements for medical malpractice suits? John: First – people should understand that unfortunate outcomes are realities in life and in medical care....
CAT Confirms: Disruptive Conduct + Decisive Enforcement = Significant Cost Award
By: Megan Alexander As counsel for the Applicant, Middlesex Condominium Corporation No. 79 (the “Corporation”) in this Condominium Authority Tribunal (“CAT”) application, I welcome their recent ruling in Middlesex Condominium Corporation No. 79 v. Wuest. This decision...
Bill 60 Passes
Bill 60 has successfully passed Third Reading in the Ontario Legislature. However, as of today, Bill 60 has not yet received Royal Assent. What Happens After Royal Assent? Once Bill 60 receives Royal Assent, its provisions do not all take effect immediately. The bill...