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Living Together While Legally Separated
A marriage or common-law relationship is considered separated when the relationship has ended and often when one spouse moves out of the home. However, couples do not have to live physically apart to be considered separated in Ontario. This blog answers commonly asked questions about couples living together while legally separated. Read more. Read More >
October 21, 2021
Laura Smith
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How Does Child Support Work in Ontario?
There are several ways a child support agreement can be put into place. A mediator or a family lawyer who has experience in child support matters may assist the parents to come to an agreement outside of court. When child support disputes are forced to go to family court, seeking legal guidance can be a valuable resource to help navigate the difficult process. Read More >
October 7, 2021
Iain Sneddon
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If you’ve been terminated, should you simply accept your employer severance package?
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September 17, 2021
Matt Chapman
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COVID-19 Vaccination Policies for Housing Providers – Indoor Amenities
The government has advised that, as of September 22, 2021, Ontarians will need to be fully vaccinated (i.e. two doses plus 14 days post-second vaccine) and will need to provide their proof of vaccination along with photo ID in order to access certain public settings and facilities. Though the text of the proposed Regulation has not … Continue reading "COVID-19 Vaccination Policies for Housing Providers – Indoor Amenities" Read More >
September 13, 2021
Laura M. Gurr
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What First-Time Home Buyers Need To Know
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone in your life. As a homebuyer, there are a number of issues that you should be aware of in order to have the process run smoothly for you. Click here to learn what you need to know before purchasing a home. Read More >
September 8, 2021
Brian Phillips
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10 Things To Consider When Drafting Your Will in Ontario
A will is a set of instructions that determines what happens to an individual’s belongings, assets/investments, who will look after the administration of these assets, and who will care for an individual’s children/dependents. This blog answers commonly asked questions pertaining to drafting a will. Read more. Read More >
September 8, 2021
Brian Phillips
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If you were laid off due to COVID, does your employer have to hire you back?
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September 3, 2021
Matt Chapman
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New Forms, Rules and Guidelines for Multi-Res Landlords
On September 1, 2021 the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) released new forms, Rules and Guidelines to correspond with amendments to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA). Last month we described the nature of the RTA amendments and the new remedies and penalties which await landlords under the changes. A link to last month’s description of the changes … Continue reading "New Forms, Rules and Guidelines for Multi-Res Landlords" Read More >
September 1, 2021
Kristin Ley
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