Covid-19 View All
October 13, 2020 -
The Province of Ontario’s 364/20 Regulation under the Reopening Ontario (A Flexible Response to COVID-19) Act, now…
Landlord and Tenant Law View All
September 18, 2020 -
Note that this
legislation is first reading only and the Bill is subject to change.
Today the Province tabled…
Landlord and Tenant Law View All
September 17, 2020 -
Hello all,
We have attached notice of the Federation of Rental-housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO) RTA Webinars,…
Accessibility For Ontarians With Disabilities Act View All
Positive Developments for Housing Providers on Reasonable Accommodations
May 22, 2019 - Two recent decisions of the Human Rights Tribunal are instructive for those in property management with respect to the… Read Moreabout Positive Developments for Housing Providers on Reasonable Accommodations
Can I Fire An Employee Who Has A Disability?
January 17, 2019 - Joe Hoffer discusses the employer’s perspective of terminating people with disabilities.
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Announcements View All
The Partners, Associates and Staff deeply regret the passing of our friend, partner and colleague Frank Highley
February 21, 2020 -
Frank
was an icon in the London legal community and was instrumental in the birth and
growth of the practice of insolvency… Read Moreabout The Partners, Associates and Staff deeply regret the passing of our friend, partner and colleague Frank Highley
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
AODA View All
Can I Fire An Employee Who Has A Disability?
January 17, 2019 - Joe Hoffer discusses the employer’s perspective of terminating people with disabilities.
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Hiring People with a Disability: Employers’ Perspectives Webcast
January 17, 2019 - … Read Moreabout Hiring People with a Disability: Employers’ Perspectives Webcast
Audio Transcriptions View All
Can a separated couple cohabit before divorce?
March 14, 2020 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on FRESH RADIO Read Moreabout Can a separated couple cohabit before divorce?
How long does someone have to wait to get divorced after a separation?
March 12, 2020 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on FRESH RADIO Read Moreabout How long does someone have to wait to get divorced after a separation?
Bankruptcy and Insolvency Law View All
What is a Litigation Guardian?
January 14, 2019 - This post will explain the roles of a litigation guardian, his or her duties, conflicts of interest, and how a guardian… Read Moreabout What is a Litigation Guardian?
What is “material prejudice” to a creditor in a bankruptcy?
November 24, 2018 - A case comment on Fiorito v Wiggins, 2017 ONCA 765
Background
In October 2015, after several years of bitter custody… Read Moreabout What is “material prejudice” to a creditor in a bankruptcy?
Condominium Law View All
AGM’s During the COVID-19 Crisis
April 7, 2020 -
Spring
is often AGM season in the condominium industry but as we all are experiencing,
spring 2020 brings with it unprecedented… Read Moreabout AGM’s During the COVID-19 Crisis
COVID-19 and Condominiums
March 17, 2020 -
As with every other company and industry at the moment, we know that our condominium clients have concerns about how… Read Moreabout COVID-19 and Condominiums
Debtor Creditor Law View All
To lien or not to lien?
May 7, 2020 -
So you’ve completed work on or supplied materials to a construction project and you haven’t been paid – how do… Read Moreabout To lien or not to lien?
Summary Judgment in Multi-Defendant Proceedings (a case comment on Canaccord Genuity Corp. v. Pilot, 2015 ONCA 716)
May 6, 2019 - This is a discussion of the 2015 Court of Appeal for Ontario decision in Canaccord Genuity Corp. v. Pilot (2015 ONCA… Read Moreabout Summary Judgment in Multi-Defendant Proceedings (a case comment on Canaccord Genuity Corp. v. Pilot, 2015 ONCA 716)
Employment Law View All
Covid-19 Employment Considerations
March 27, 2020 -
Response to the
current unprecedented COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has generated concerns
from employees and employers… Read Moreabout Covid-19 Employment Considerations
Does OHIP recoup medical costs after a financial judgment from a slip and fall?
October 30, 2019 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on FRESH RADIO Read Moreabout Does OHIP recoup medical costs after a financial judgment from a slip and fall?
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
Can a separated couple cohabit before divorce?
March 14, 2020 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on FRESH RADIO Read Moreabout Can a separated couple cohabit before divorce?
How long does someone have to wait to get divorced after a separation?
March 12, 2020 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on FRESH RADIO Read Moreabout How long does someone have to wait to get divorced after a separation?
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
What is a Litigation Guardian?
January 14, 2019 - This post will explain the roles of a litigation guardian, his or her duties, conflicts of interest, and how a guardian… Read Moreabout What is a Litigation Guardian?
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?
Legal Moments View All
Can a separated couple cohabit before divorce?
March 14, 2020 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on FRESH RADIO Read Moreabout Can a separated couple cohabit before divorce?
How long does someone have to wait to get divorced after a separation?
March 12, 2020 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on FRESH RADIO Read Moreabout How long does someone have to wait to get divorced after a separation?
Miscellaneous View All
Summary Judgment in Multi-Defendant Proceedings (a case comment on Canaccord Genuity Corp. v. Pilot, 2015 ONCA 716)
May 6, 2019 - This is a discussion of the 2015 Court of Appeal for Ontario decision in Canaccord Genuity Corp. v. Pilot (2015 ONCA… Read Moreabout Summary Judgment in Multi-Defendant Proceedings (a case comment on Canaccord Genuity Corp. v. Pilot, 2015 ONCA 716)
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
News View All
Cannabis Legalization: One Year Later
October 18, 2019 - Kristin Ley is featured in the Industry Spotlight segment of the latest RHB TV episode where she discusses the operational… Read Moreabout Cannabis Legalization: One Year Later
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
Personal Injury Law View All
Personal Injury and Alternative Dispute Resolution
October 30, 2019 - Alternative Dispute Resolution, or ADR, is a way for parties to reach a settlement out of court. One version of this… Read Moreabout Personal Injury and Alternative Dispute Resolution
Rideshare Apps and Roadshare Accidents: Uber and Lyft
January 14, 2019 - Uber and Lyft are mobile phone applications that offer a simple to use alternative to taxis. Fares are pre-set, you… Read Moreabout Rideshare Apps and Roadshare Accidents: Uber and Lyft
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
Uncategorised View All
Stuart McAlister – Protect your Business – on Dream Hustle with Shana Recker
Wills & Estates View All
Can a person leave their wealth to anyone they choose in their will?
December 30, 2019 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on FRESH RADIO Read Moreabout Can a person leave their wealth to anyone they choose in their will?
Is there an official reading of the will in Canada when someone passes?
September 27, 2019 - The Cohen Highley Legal Moment on FRESH RADIO Read Moreabout Is there an official reading of the will in Canada when someone passes?
