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

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Impaired Driving and Bodily Fluid Samples: What Hospitals and Healthcare Providers Should Know

  • December 12, 2018
  • Anna Marrison, Kate Deakon and Lucas Kilravey, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP.

This article considers the involvement of healthcare professionals in the collection of blood samples from drivers suspected by law enforcement of impaired driving. In light of legalization, and related changes to the Criminal Code, this article provides a timely overview of a hot topic that continues to develop, while touching on the issues healthcare professionals who find themselves in this situation should be alert to.

Health Law, Student Forum

Working With a Lawyer When You Buy a Home

  • December 12, 2018
  • Alexandra Peng, Stikeman Elliott LLP

The Real Property Law Section of the Ontario Bar Association, in cooperation with the Law Society of Ontario, has updated the educational tool for clients who are buying a residential property in Ontario. This publication is newly improved, is accessible online, and paper copies can be ordered.

Real Property Law, Student Forum

A Brief History of Conduit Law

  • December 07, 2018
  • Peter Carayiannis

Some fascinating tidbits about the origins of Conduit Law—one of the Canadian innovators in the law practice management space—and a look at the future.

Law Practice Management, Student Forum
Ineffective Advocacy in Mediation

Ineffective Advocacy in Mediation

  • December 05, 2018
  • Marc Bhalla

A review of some common ineffective approaches to mediation offers opportunities to better understand the type of behaviours to avoid at mediation, and why.

Alternative Dispute Resolution, Student Forum