Articles 2023

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The Impact of Language on Trans Inclusion and Access to Justice

  • 18 novembre 2022
  • Alexandra McVittie, Articling Student, Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario

This article provides an overview of the "Trans Inclusion and Access to Justice" Workshop led by Lee Nevens (DOJ) during the Association of Law Officers of the Crown's ("ALOC") 2022 Educational Conference.

Avocats du secteur public, Student Forum
photo of author Stuart Rudner

How to Win at Mediating Employment Law Claims

  • 17 novembre 2022
  • Stuart Rudner

I often write and speak about winning at mediation (it’s not an oxymoron), and as a mediator, I remain convinced that most counsel can do a much better job with their advocacy at mediation (also not an oxymoron). One of my mantras has become “help me to help you”; since I will be your advocate in the other room, make it as easy as possible for me to understand and explain your case in a compelling manner when I am speaking with the other side. That is how you win at mediation.

Droit du travail et de l’emploi, Student Forum

Ontario Court of Appeal Confirms Test for Extension of Time to Opt Out of Class Action

  • 17 novembre 2022
  • Sarah Armstrong & Carolyn Flanagan

This article summarizes Johnson v Ontario, 2022 ONCA 725, in which the court held that a class member seeking to opt out late must show excusable neglect and that the extension will not prejudice the class, the defendant, or the administration of justice.

Droit des recours collectifs, Student Forum

Welcome from the Chair and Vice-Chair

  • 16 novembre 2022
  • Afsana Gibson-Chowdhury and Matthew Gordon

The ADR Section Executive is back for another great year of CPD, networking events, mentorship events, and arguing for increased use of ADR processes in the legal field.

Mécanismes extrajudiciaires de règlement des conflits, Student Forum

Strong Mayors: Shifting the Municipal Governance Model

  • 15 novembre 2022
  • John Mascarin and Jennifer Bilas, articling student, Aird & Berlis

A comparison of the "strong mayor" system to the "weak mayor" system, providing an overview of the changes introduced by the Strong Mayors, Building Homes Act, 2022. Topics discussed include how the system will apply in Toronto and Ottawa, potential application to other municipalities, strong mayor powers such as budget, hiring and veto powers, council override powers, immunity, and delegation. The authors also consider whether or not this system can deliver on the Province's intended goals.

Droit municipal, Student Forum
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Golf Day and CPD on Liquidated Damages: A New Era of Reasonableness

  • 14 novembre 2022
  • Brad Halfin and Edward Lynde

An exciting update on the Ontario Bar Association (OBA) Construction & Infrastructure Law Section Golf Day held on September 30, 2022 as well as the continuing professional development session that followed.

Droit de la construction et infrastructure, Student Forum
Head-shot photo of co-author Joe Figliomeni, JD

Standard of Care in Conducting General Reviews of Construction

  • 14 novembre 2022
  • Yasser Korany, PhD, PEng, PE, LEED AP, PMP and Joe Figliomeni, JD

General reviews are a critical component of many construction projects. Professionals engaged to carry out a general review must observe sufficient aspects of the construction to enable verification that the work has been completed with approved plans. Failure to do so, may have negative consequences for the reviewing professional.

Droit de la construction et infrastructure, Student Forum