Friday, January 23, 2026 @ 3:06 PM
The Supreme Court has unanimously upheld an Ontario man’s conviction for second-degree murder, clarifying how an accused’s prior convictions may be used to challenge their credibility at trial. ... [read more]
Supreme Court clarifies how to approach an accused’s past criminal record
Chief Justice Richard Wagner has clarified how an accused’s prior convictions may be used to challenge credibility at trial in the case of an Ontario man convicted of second-degree murder.
OBA civil litigation award recipients encourage mentorship in the profession
Friday, January 23, 2026 @ 3:33 PM
The importance of mentorship and elevating young lawyers was a focal point of the Ontario Bar Association’s (OBA) Civil Dinner, which celebrates excellence in the bar. Both recipients of the OBA awards emphasized the vital position role models play in the profession. ... [read more]
Court upholds stay of enforcement against Webuild pending Italian liability ruling
Thursday, January 22, 2026 @ 3:07 PM
The Ontario Court of Appeal has upheld a stay of proceedings seeking to enforce a Chilean arbitration award against Webuild, ruling that whether the company assumed the underlying liability through an acquisition must first be decided by Italian courts. ... [read more]
Court allows appeal in restaurant dispute for unjust enrichment
Thursday, January 22, 2026 @ 2:54 PM
The Ontario Court of Appeal has allowed an appeal regarding an alleged unjust enrichment claim for chattels used by a restaurant despite its refusal to complete an asset sale agreement. ... [read more]
Two former justice ministers among Alberta lawyers criticizing province’s ‘unacceptable behaviour’
Thursday, January 22, 2026 @ 2:29 PM
Two former Alberta justice ministers are among a group of lawyers and articling students attacking the provincial government for what they call “unacceptable behaviour” and urging Albertans to “use their voices to preserve our democratic institutions.” ... [read more]
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