On March 19, 2025, police arrested Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu on corruption and terrorism charges. Four days later, on March 23, a judge ordered him to prison pending trial. İmamoğlu is not only the mayor of Istanbul, a position he has held by repeatedly defeating Erdoğan-backed candidates, but also widely regarded as the opposition’s most…
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A claim unique to the legal malpractice world is that of privity of contract. Long ago left behind in most spheres of the law (see: products liability), privity is still required in order to sue an attorney for departures from good practice. While there is a slim exception for fraud, collusion, malice and other special…
João Pedro Sousa (master’s student in European Union Law at the School of Law of the University of Minho) 1. Preliminary considerations Judicial independence is a fundamental pillar of the rule of law enshrined in Article 2 of the Treaty on European Union (TEU). It guarantees that judges are free from external pressures – whether…
Written on behalf of Peter McSherry Employment contracts can make or break a wrongful dismissal case. Courts won’t hesitate to strike it down if a termination clause doesn’t align with Ontario’s Employment Standards Act (ESA). That happened in Baker v. Van Dolder’s Home Team Inc., where an employer’s termination provisions didn’t hold up under legal…
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An estate trustee- also referred to as an executor or estate administrator- is responsible for administering the estate of a deceased person according to their will or, if there is no will, according to provincial laws. The key responsibilities of an estate trustee include: Locating the will and apply for probate (if necessary) Identifying and…
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Marriage is one of life’s most significant commitments, but it’s also one of the most challenging. Over the years, I’ve worked with many clients navigating divorce, and I’ve seen firsthand the mistakes and misconceptions that often lead couples to separation. While divorce is sometimes the right decision, there are common issues that, if addressed early,…
Plaintiff sued defendants YouTube and Google for breach of contract, claiming that defendants violated their Terms of Service by removing and restricting plaintiff’s uploaded content without prior notice or cause. Plaintiff argued that defendants’ actions went against their agreement, which governed plaintiff’s use of the platform and the operation of plaintiff’s channels. Defendants moved to…
Property insurance adjusters—both company-employed and independent—serve as the backbone of the claims process, ensuring that policyholders receive the full benefits of their coverage as swiftly and fairly as possible. Their expertise in evaluating damages, interpreting policy language, and facilitating settlements is essential in restoring financial stability to individuals and businesses affected by unexpected losses. However,…
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Late this afternoon – presumably after the markets had closed – Chief Justice Geoffrey Morawetz released his decision in favour of the Plan of Arrangement that will resolve a quarter century of lawsuits against tobacco companies. His ruling can be read here. In about 50 pages, he translates the 1,200+ text of the proposed plan…
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When pursuing a personal injury claim, having strong evidence is essential to proving fault and securing fair compensation. Insurance companies and courts rely on clear, well-documented proof to determine liability and assess damages. Without the right evidence, even a valid claim can be challenged or undervalued. Here’s what you need to build a strong case….
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