Father’s Claims of Parental Alienation Rejected by Court of Appeal
A father who had little contact with his three sons appealed a decision awarding custody to…
7 years ago
Employer Was Right to Fire Disabled Employee for Frustration of Employment Contract
An Ontario court found that an employer who terminated a disabled employee had the right to…
7 years ago
Supreme Court of Canada Decides That Third Parties Cannot Waive a Person’s Charter Rights in Child Pornography Case
The Supreme Court of Canada recently confirmed that a third party cannot waive a person’s…
7 years ago
Mandatory Surcharge Under Criminal Code Struck Down, Deemed Cruel and Unusual Punishment by Supreme Court of Canada
The Supreme Court of Canada recently struck down a Criminal Code provision that required the payment…
7 years ago
Improper Administration of Breathalyzer Does Not Lead to Acquittal, Says Supreme Court of Canada
The Supreme Court of Canada recently decided that the mere improper operation of a breathalyzer was…
7 years ago
Court Finds Mother in Breach for Taking Son Out of the Country Without Father’s Consent
In a recent Ontario case, a court was required to decided the appropriate remedy where…
7 years ago
Former Spouse Wins Right to Life Insurance Policy Proceeds Due to Unjust Enrichment
The Supreme Court of Canada recently decided a case in which a legally married spouse…
7 years ago
What Constitutes Civil Contempt of Court in Family Law and Other Legal Matters
When a civil court makes an order, not respecting that order can place a party…
7 years ago
Court Decides that Working Notice Does Not Apply to Employees on Medical Leave
Generally, an employer who dismisses an employee without cause will give them pay in lieu…
7 years ago
Employee Wins Defamation Suit Against Former Employer for Making False Statements About Her Work Performance
What happens if you find out your former employer is spreading misinformation about you? Earlier…
7 years ago