Landlord and Tenant Law View All
December 18, 2018 - The Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) has provided a few Holiday goodies and "lumps of coal" just in time for the Holidays!…
Audio Transcriptions View All
December 7, 2018 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on FRESH RADIO 103.1FM
Articles View All
November 24, 2018 - A case comment on Fiorito v Wiggins, 2017 ONCA 765
Background
In October 2015, after several years of bitter custody…
Accessibility For Ontarians With Disabilities Act View All
AODA Reporting Requirements
December 13, 2017 - If you are a private or non-profit corporation or organization with 20+ employees,
you are required to file a 2017… Read Moreabout AODA Reporting Requirements
Family loses fight for autistic son to have service dog in class
September 1, 2017 - The decision says Kenner Fee's family failed to prove that having his black Labrador Ivy in the classroom would help… Read Moreabout Family loses fight for autistic son to have service dog in class
Announcements View All
Municipal Election
August 27, 2018 - Ontario is in the midst of municipal elections to be held on October 22, 2018. There have been a number of changes to… Read Moreabout Municipal Election
How much can be awarded in a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Canada?
June 14, 2018 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on FM96 Read Moreabout How much can be awarded in a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Canada?
AODA View All
AODA Reporting Requirements
December 13, 2017 - If you are a private or non-profit corporation or organization with 20+ employees,
you are required to file a 2017… Read Moreabout AODA Reporting Requirements
Condominium Law View All
Kitec Plumbing and the Potential Purchase of a Condominium Unit in Ontario
October 12, 2018 - Introduced in Canada around 1995, “Kitec Plumbing” was a plumbing system designed to replace typical copper water… Read Moreabout Kitec Plumbing and the Potential Purchase of a Condominium Unit in Ontario
Proposed Condominium Fees
September 18, 2017 - In accordance with the changes to the Condominium Act, 1998, the Condominium
Authority of Ontario (CAO) is expected… Read Moreabout Proposed Condominium Fees
Energy Regulation View All
AgriLaw: “Serious and Irreversible Harm” – Wind Turbine Remedy
March 3, 2017 - Ontario’s Environmental Protection Act requires that, before interfering with a Renewable Energy Approval (REA) issued… Read Moreabout AgriLaw: “Serious and Irreversible Harm” – Wind Turbine Remedy
Environmental Liability – New Protection
February 12, 2016 - Under Ontario’s Environmental Protection Act, current and former owners of contaminated land may be held responsible… Read Moreabout Environmental Liability – New Protection
Environmental Regulation View All
AgriLaw: Spill Damages – When is the Ministry of the Environment Liable?
June 29, 2017 - Ontario’s Environmental Protection Act (EPA) authorizes the Ministry of the Environment to participate in the investigation,… Read Moreabout AgriLaw: Spill Damages – When is the Ministry of the Environment Liable?
AgriLaw: Compensating Nuisance – Substantial and Unreasonable
November 3, 2016 - Landowners implementing measures to improve their own property may adversely impact their neighbour’s use and enjoyment… Read Moreabout AgriLaw: Compensating Nuisance – Substantial and Unreasonable
Family Law View All
What is Family Law Mediation
November 22, 2018 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on THE BEAT 103.6FM Read Moreabout What is Family Law Mediation
Family Law Mediation
November 8, 2018 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on THE BEAT 103.6FM Read Moreabout Family Law Mediation
Farm Regulation View All
AgriLaw: Who Owns Surplus Railroad Lands?
May 17, 2018 - Railway companies historically acquired portions of agricultural lands for the construction and operation of their railways.… Read Moreabout AgriLaw: Who Owns Surplus Railroad Lands?
AgriLaw: Property Transfers – Undue Influence and Unconscionability?
December 21, 2017 - Property conveyances between family and friends may often be at less than fair market value. Such transactions may later… Read Moreabout AgriLaw: Property Transfers – Undue Influence and Unconscionability?
Land Ownership View All
AgriLaw: Who Owns Surplus Railroad Lands?
May 17, 2018 - Railway companies historically acquired portions of agricultural lands for the construction and operation of their railways.… Read Moreabout AgriLaw: Who Owns Surplus Railroad Lands?
AgriLaw: Property Transfers – Undue Influence and Unconscionability?
December 21, 2017 - Property conveyances between family and friends may often be at less than fair market value. Such transactions may later… Read Moreabout AgriLaw: Property Transfers – Undue Influence and Unconscionability?
Miscellaneous View All
An Overview of Civil Litigation in Ontario
November 29, 2016 - Whether you are suing (as a plaintiff or applicant) or being sued (as a named defendant or respondent), participation… Read Moreabout An Overview of Civil Litigation in Ontario
New Staff and Volunteer Background Screening Requirements Under The Retirement Homes Act, 2010
June 17, 2014 - As of January 1, 2014, section 64 of the Retirement Homes Act, 2010 (RHA) came into force and it imposes obligations… Read Moreabout New Staff and Volunteer Background Screening Requirements Under The Retirement Homes Act, 2010
News View All
The Cannabis Act: A gift to lawyers that will keep on giving
October 16, 2018 - Check out Cohen Highley's very own Joe Hoffer as he speaks on the Cannabis Act. Read Moreabout The Cannabis Act: A gift to lawyers that will keep on giving
Municipal Election
August 27, 2018 - Ontario is in the midst of municipal elections to be held on October 22, 2018. There have been a number of changes to… Read Moreabout Municipal Election
Personal Injury Law View All
Bicycle Injury? Are you insured?
October 5, 2018 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on 980 CFPL Read Moreabout Bicycle Injury? Are you insured?
What’s the difference between automotive injury awards versus non-automotive?
June 22, 2018 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on FM96 Read Moreabout What’s the difference between automotive injury awards versus non-automotive?
Privacy Law View All
Privacy Considerations when Responding to a Police Request for a Tenant’s Personal Information
October 3, 2016 - The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act ("PIPEDA") governs the ways in which landlords collect,… Read Moreabout Privacy Considerations when Responding to a Police Request for a Tenant’s Personal Information
Real Estate Law View All
The Cannabis Act: A gift to lawyers that will keep on giving
October 16, 2018 - Check out Cohen Highley's very own Joe Hoffer as he speaks on the Cannabis Act. Read Moreabout The Cannabis Act: A gift to lawyers that will keep on giving
HST Issues for Builders
September 9, 2013 - The legalities of the HST are fortunately fairly straight forward.
The first issue relates to whether or not the… Read Moreabout HST Issues for Builders
Rent Control Bulletins View All
The Cannabis Act: A gift to lawyers that will keep on giving
October 16, 2018 - Check out Cohen Highley's very own Joe Hoffer as he speaks on the Cannabis Act. Read Moreabout The Cannabis Act: A gift to lawyers that will keep on giving
Cannabis Rules
August 13, 2018 - Most multi-res industry professionals have now updated their leasing documents in anticipation of the legalization of… Read Moreabout Cannabis Rules
Rental Housing Law View All
The Cannabis Act: A gift to lawyers that will keep on giving
October 16, 2018 - Check out Cohen Highley's very own Joe Hoffer as he speaks on the Cannabis Act. Read Moreabout The Cannabis Act: A gift to lawyers that will keep on giving
Can Residential Rental Unit Owners Restrict Growing Cannabis in their Rental Units?
November 29, 2017 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on FM96 Read Moreabout Can Residential Rental Unit Owners Restrict Growing Cannabis in their Rental Units?
Wills & Estates View All
If someone married dies without a will, how is their wealth distributed?
September 7, 2018 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on FM96 Read Moreabout If someone married dies without a will, how is their wealth distributed?
The Trouble with Joint Bank Accounts and the Right of Survivorship
April 11, 2016 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on Fresh Radio Read Moreabout The Trouble with Joint Bank Accounts and the Right of Survivorship
