In-House Counsel
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November 07, 2024
No explicit oppression remedy provision in Not-for-Profit Corporations Act
In the decision York Condominium Corporation No. 76 v. 10 The Marketplace Ltd., 2024 ONSC 4305, released by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice on Aug. 1, 2024, the court examined several issues surrounding a lease amendment dispute in Toronto’s Crescent Town, including a claim of oppression.
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November 07, 2024
Confidentiality, compliance: Navigating challenges of reporting suspicious transactions in 2024
In the complex landscape of legal practice, lawyers often find themselves navigating the delicate balance between complying with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations and maintaining client confidentiality. The duty to report suspicious transactions can create tension that threatens the trust essential to the attorney-client relationship. In 2024, as regulatory scrutiny intensifies, it is imperative for lawyers to develop strategies that reassure clients while fulfilling their legal obligations. This article explores the challenges lawyers face in this area and presents actionable solutions to foster trust and transparency.
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November 07, 2024
Lawyer sleep: Exercise, medication and coffee | Harjot Atwal
“When the going gets tough, the tough take a nap.” — Tom Hodgkinson
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November 06, 2024
Report reviews new drugs’ potential impact on future drug spending in Canada
The Patented Medicine Prices Review Board has released an extensive listing of new medicines in the late stages of clinical evaluation that it predicts may “significantly impact clinical practice or drug spending in the coming years.”
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November 06, 2024
How Trump’s win impacts Canada: Immigration, trade opportunities for Americans
With Donald Trump re-elected as U.S. president, Canada now faces a range of impacts that could affect its policies and relationships across multiple areas, including immigration, trade, defence and climate. Trump’s focus on strict immigration controls, “America-first” economic policies and his defence priorities are likely to shape the dynamics of U.S.-Canada relations, driving many to explore Canada as an alternative destination. Here’s a look at what Trump’s win could mean for Canada.
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November 06, 2024
Taking a break from perfectionism | Harjot Atwal
“Have the courage to be imperfect.” — Alfred Fidler
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November 05, 2024
B.C. Court of Appeal rules forum selection clause in property deal was not binding due to wording
The British Columbia Court of Appeal has allowed an appeal in a case where a forum selection clause gave Alberta courts jurisdiction on matters arising from a property purchase agreement. The court discussed the usage of the terms “submit” and “attorn” in such clauses, ruling the chambers judge erred in interpreting the agreement.
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November 05, 2024
The boundaries of privilege and confidentiality in arbitration and related proceedings
The delicate balance between transparency and confidentiality often conflicts in the context of legal discovery. While privilege is essential for the effective administration of our justice system by protecting sensitive information and fostering open communication between counsel and clients, its application to specific documents can be murky (Lizotte v. Aviva Insurance Company of Canada, 2016 SCC 52). This is particularly true for dispute resolution proceedings and their respective pleadings.
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November 05, 2024
Navigating your clients in the age of money laundering
In an era increasingly marked by sophisticated financial crimes, lawyers face a daunting challenge: balancing their ethical obligations to report suspicious transactions with the potential fallout of such reports. The risk of clients fleeing upon detection of scrutiny can jeopardize not only the attorney-client relationship but also the firm’s reputation and financial health. This article explores strategies for effectively managing client relationships when faced with the responsibility to report suspicious activities under anti-money laundering (AML) regulations.
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November 04, 2024
Non-financial co-op sector sees significant increases after COVID downturn
Non-financial co-operatives in Canada continued to rise in 2022 after seeing declines in 2020 during the pandemic, according to the latest data from Statistics Canada.