| At BSLSC we strive to keep our clients abreast of changes in the law. To that end, we publish a tri-annual newsletter designed to keep you informed, and occasionally, entertained. The following links will take you to archived stories that may be of interest. The information contained herein is not a substitute for professional legal advice.
Winter 2009
When is a Car Accident Not a Car Accident?
The Holiday Shopping Primer
Part 2: The Handoff
Fall 2008
Damages for Bad Faith Dismissals
How Far Must an Employee Go to Mitigate?
Who is Responsible for the Fall?
Wrongful Dismissal Damages Revisited
Summer 2008
On Becoming Self-Sufficient
Pools, an Accident Waiting to Happen - Who is Responsible?
The Law of Travel
Spring 2008
Legal Changes 2008
A Corporate David and Goliath: The Epilogue
Ontario Extends Tax Rebate to Resales
The Second Land Transfer Tax
Winter 2008
The Canada Pension Plan Survivors' Benefits
Did You Know? The Right of Survivorship
Contracting in Cyberspace
Client Identification Rules
Fall 2007
Child Support Payments: How Far Back Will They Go?
Don't Mess with Employment Standards
Good Fences Make Good Neighbours
The Making of a Class Action
The OT Lawsuits
Summer 2007
Celebrating 25 Years
Oh Those Noisy Neighbours!
The Personal Property Security Act: Establishing Your Priority
When the Boss Is a Bully
Spring 2007
Dismissal the Constructive Way
Is Your Family's Business Ready for the Hand Off?
Working With a Real Estate Agent
Victory for Homeowners Confirmed
Winter 2007
Real Estate: A Victory for the Homeowner
Marriage Contracts: The Necessity of Full Disclosure
Holiday Tip
New Year's Resolution
Fall 2006
A Corporate David & Goliath Story
Liability for Environmental Contamination
Summer 2006
A Warning For Employers
Should Adult Children Contribute Financially to Their Studies
Liability for Guests Who Drink
New to the BSLSC Team: Debbie Jorgensen
Spring 2006
The Child Support Guidelines
Debts
Caveat Emptor: Buyer Beware
Winter 2006
Holiday Greetings
Bids & Tenders 101
Right to Counsel
Dismissing an Employee on Sick Leave
Fall 2005
Search & SeizureYour Rights and Obligations
A New Lawyer Joins Our Family Law Section
Living Together: Not the Same as Being Married
Did You Know: Family Medical Leave
Summer 2005
Appointing a Substitute Decision Maker
The New Consumer Protection Act
Title Fraud, The Sequel
Spring 2005
The New Spousal Support Guidelines
Keeping Your Identity Your Own
Changes to Ontario's Employment Standards Act
Winter 2005
No Power of Attorney for Property Now Can Mean Expense and Delay Later
Mobility Rights of a Custodial Parent
Liability Chart: What is Your Liability?
Fall 2004
Financial Disclosure: Part 11
Choosing an Executor
Executor's Checklist
What is Title Fraud?
Jane Martin: The Newest Member of the BSLSC Team
Summer 2004
Have Fun But Play Safe: The Obligatins of Pool Owners
Financial Disclosure in the Context of Family Law
Legal Updates
Introducing New BSLSC Associate Joanna Birenbaum
Spring 2004
No Will! What Now?
What You Need to Know If You Are Stopped By the Police
Parental Responsibility
Believe It or Not!
Winter 2004
Do Grandparents Have a Right to Access?
The New Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act
The Legalities of Gift Giving
Fall 2003
Collaborative Family Law: Cooperation Not Confrontation
Alter Ego & Joint Partner Trusts: Estate Planning Opportunities
Automobile Insurance: Coverage for Injured Parties
Joint Bank Accounts
Summer 2003
Law Making 101
Terminating Independent Contractor Agreements
Employee or Independent Contractor?
Tax Update
Sometimes Crime Does Pay!
Spring 2003
So You Want to be Your Own Boss
Working With a Real Estate Agent
Contingency Fees Come to Ontario
The Business of Marriage
Winter 2003
Corporations Separate Legal Persons
Probate Fees and Joint Ownership
Now That's Creative
Multiple Wills
Amended Limitation Periods
Sample LImitation Periods
Fall 2002
Collecting Those Outstanding Debts
In the Best Interests of the Children
Occupier's Liability
Occupier: Managing Your Risks
Summer 2002
Buying Cottage Property - The Hidden Problems
The Construction Lien Act: Protection for Suppliers of Goods and Services
Financial Assistance for First-Time Homebuyers
Winter 2002
Quickie Divorce - Not!
Winter Slip Ups
The Great Stork Derby The Sensational Tale of Charles Millar's Last Will and Testament
Fall 2001
Who's Looking at Your Email? The Rights of Employers and Employees
Living Together Does NOT Equal Marriage
What You Should Include in a Cohabitation Agreement
Negligence, Cause and Effect
Spring 2001
The Basics of Trusts
Protection for New Home Buyers
Employment Standards in Ontario
Winter 2001
Landlord and Tenant Law 101
Do It Yourself Wills: What is the Real Cost?!
The Step Parent's Obligations For Child Support
Fall 2000
High Income Earners and Child Support
Duties of Departing Executive Employees
Same Sex Relationships: A Few Legal Rights and Obligations
Spring 2000
Put it in Writing: The Importance of Shareholder Agreements
Assuring Good Title
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