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Breach of Trust Claims
Breach of trust claims are often overlooked by contractors and their lawyers. A breach of trust claim has several advantages over a breach of contract claim and even a lien claim... |
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When Can Work "In Respect Of" Land, But Not On It, Give Rise To Lien Right?
My topic deals with the right to lien when the claimant does not do work at the job site. Whether a person has lien rights for off-site work depends on a number of factors... |
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Shareholders Agreements
For whom - shareholders of closely held private corporations - spouses - children (spouses) Who does lawyer act for? Independent Legal Advice... |
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Protecting Assets Before Judgement
Call it good lawyering, or just common sense but judgments against private, uninsured parties must be enforceable to be worthwhile. Counsel for a Plaintiff must therefore... |
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Condo Confidential
Under both the current Condominium Act and The (new) Condominium Act 1998, unit owners are entitled to access the records of the corporation, with some exceptions... |
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Director's Responsibilities: Are You At Risk?
If you are a Director of a condominium corporation, ask yourself the following questions: Do you regularly atend Board meetings?... |
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The Family Business History: A Catalyst To A Successful Succession Plan
Is a family business history relevant to family members only? We believe the answer to that question depends on why the family business history is written. If the history is produced... |
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Solicitor's Negligence: Life After White vs. Jones - Suggestions For An Estates Practice
One of our challenges as lawyers is to assist our clients to plan their affairs in a creative, thoughtful, effective manner, using our experience and legal parameters as planning tools... |
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Developing Community Standards
WHY SO MANY RULES? Condominium homeowners often question the necessity of having so many rules governing their day to day use of the common areas and their units... |
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Owner - Occupant Elected Directors
JUST WHO ARE THESE GUYS? On May 5th, 2001, the Condominium Act 1998, (the" Act") was proclaimed into force. Among other things the Act created a new type of director... |
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ICORM Conference February 19, 2004 - Operational Risk Management: A Discipline To Enhance Governance |
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"Valuation Issues And Receipts: What Are Your Responsibilities?" - paper presented at the Canadian Association of Gift Planners, Golden Horseshoe, February 17, 2004
What are a charity’s legal obligations
under the ITA when issuing a receipt for
a non-cash gift? What sanctions can the CRA apply to a
charity and its personnel for improperly... |
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When Is An Objection Not A Valid Objection?
The recent decision of the Federal Court of Appeal in 870 Holdings Ltd. v. Her Majesty the Queen, 2003 FCA 460, is an important reminder to all tax practitioners of the importance... |
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25th McMaster World Congress - Corporate Governance: What The CEO Should Be Aware Of - Current & Emerging Trends |
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"Post-mortem Planning And The 88(1)(d) Bump" - paper presented at the Hamilton Estate Planners Council, September 9, 2003
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Accountants And "Client Privilege"
As a general rule, a client who communicates with a lawyer for the purpose of obtaining legal advice can rest assured that the lawyer will not divulge the content of the communication... |
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Challenging CCRA Fairness Decisions
Gives the Minister the discretion to waive or cancel any or all of the interest and penalties (but not the tax) owed by a taxpayer or partnership. What happens if a taxpayer makes... |
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"Incorporating Professional Practice" - paper presented at the Toronto Board of Trade at an event sponsored by Raymond James
What rules govern the incorporation of your practice? .. What are the tax consequences of incorporating? What are the advantages and disadvantages of incorporating?... |
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DATA-OVER-CABLE SUMMIT - Potential ISP Liabilities & Due Diligence Considerations: "What Every Cable ISP Should Know and DO!"
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Wired Summit II The Future of IT Business & Legal Issues:Risks & Solutions
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HRPAO SEMINAR - Technology In the Workplace: The Legal Risks
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Hamilton Chamber: Pandemic Influenza - Planning Legal Issues
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Halton Chamber: Pandemic Influenza - Planning Legal Issues
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Business Preparedness: A 'Legal' Umbrella To Keep You Protected
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Unconcerned and Unprepared - A Costly Legal Gamble
Legal issues and liabilities are often largely ignored, and this exposes any business' resources to risk. Why are Directors and Senior Officers considered liable when there is...
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Nasty Neighbours
What happens when your neighbours turn out to be crooks. |
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Condominium Newsletters - Vol. 1 Spring 2006 |
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DRJ Fall World 2006 Conference; Emergency/Business Preparedness: Legal Issues |
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C.G.A. Hamilton/Kitchener-Waterloo Fall Conference; Emergency/Business Preparedness: Legal Issues |
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DRIE - SWO Fall 2006
Emergency/Business Management & Legal Risks & Mitigation |
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Healthcare Emergency Preparedness: Legal Risks: Canadian Institute: December 4, 2006 |
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Emergency Preparedness: Legal Issues: DRIE Toronto December 5, 2006 |
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Buying A Condominum
Buying a condominium is somewhat like buying stock in a new company; you
shouldn't invest your lifesavings in either unless you are satisfied that it
is a sound investment and that means asking questions. |
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[NEW] Assessing Your Legal Vulnerability: A Tool for Evaluation and Contingency Planning |
