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Self-Representation In Court
Some individuals heading to court may decide to represent their case independently, without involving a lawyer. Choosing such a course for litigation presents its own challenges, requiring skill and planning. Long before a court date is set, it is necessary...
Bringing A Small Claims Court Suit
Individuals who are planning to sue and are asking for damages amounting to $25,000 or less may bring the suit before the Ontario Small Claims Court. Such claims must fall under the category of money owed under a contract or...
DEFAMATION AND PUBLISHING: HOW AND BY WHO
Defamation against a party occurs where a statement is made about a party that is false and can cause damage to the party's reputation. When a party feels that a defamatory statement has been made against them, a civil action...
When are Real Estate Sales Commissions Due?
On June 25, 2015, the Supreme Court of Canada delivered its reasons in Société en commandite Place Mullins v. Services immobilizer's Diane Bisson inc. In Bisson, the dispute between the parties arose over commissions with respect to the sale of commercial real...
