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The following articles are published by OBA Sections, including the Student Section. Members are encouraged to submit articles.

Editor: Cláudio Antônio Klaus Júnior 

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Delay in Youth Court Proceedings: R v K.J.M. 2019 SCC 55

  • November 20, 2019
  • Brock Jones

The Supreme Court of Canada has ruled that the Jordan framework for assessing whether or not an accused person has been tried within a reasonable time applies to young persons.

Child and Youth Law, Student Forum

Ethics, Civility and Professional Responsibility in the Courtroom, Mediation and Beyond - 2018

  • November 15, 2019
  • Ayushi Kiran, articling student, Crown Law Office - Civil

This article gives an overview of the CPD program conducted by the Insurance Law Section in 2018 which was well received and is returning on November 22, 2019. This program contains a total of 3 hours of Professionalism content and it qualifies for LAWPRO Risk Management Credit.

Insurance Law, Student Forum

Blaney's Appeals: Court of Appeal Summaries (November 4 – 8 2019)

  • November 14, 2019
  • John Polyzogopoulos

Congratulations to Blaney's Chad Kopach for successfully acting in First National Financial GP Corporation v. Golden Dragon HO 10 Inc. The case involved a motion by a receiver for directions in respect of the debtors’ appeal of a sales approval and vesting order. The sale and vesting order were preserved.

Civil Litigation, Student Forum
Civil Action Seeking Damages for Alleged Workplace Harassment is Statute-Barred

Civil Action Seeking Damages for Alleged Workplace Harassment is Statute-Barred

  • November 12, 2019
  • Giovanna Di Sauro

The Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal recently ruled in Decision No. 1227/19 that a worker was statute-barred from pursuing a civil action in respect of alleged workplace harassment. This decision clarifies how work-related accidents and associated injuries may fall within the exclusive jurisdiction of the workers’ compensation benefits scheme.

Student Forum, Workers' Compensation

Staying Organized: Tips for Personal File Management

  • November 12, 2019
  • Marisa Lau, associate at Grinhaus Law

A lawyer’s time is their most important asset. Therefore, having the right tools to help you manage your workload efficiently at the office is crucial.

Sole, Small Firm and General Practice, Student Forum

Taking a Parental Leave – Potential Options and Cross-Jurisdictional Improvements

  • November 11, 2019
  • Deepa Tailor, Member-at-Large

Taking a parental leave as a practicing lawyer is challenging, both emotionally and financially. Deepa Tailor (Tailor Law) highlights potential options for lawyers taking a parental leave and shares a comparison of how parental leave programs for lawyers vary between jurisdictions.

Women Lawyers Forum, Student Forum