Life insurance provides financial protection to families and loved ones when someone passes away, offering peace of mind that beneficiaries will be supported. However, it can be devastating when a life insurance claim is denied, leaving families in a difficult financial situation. Understanding the reasons why claims are denied and the steps you can take […]
By: Jennifer Koshan Commented On: Bills 26, 27, and 29 (Alberta, 31st Legislature, 1st Session) PDF Version: Alberta’s Bills Targeting Gender Diverse Youth: Comparisons, Constitutional Issues, and Challenges On December 3, 2024, the Alberta Legislature passed Bills 26, 27, and 29. These Bills place restrictions on gender diverse youth in the areas of health care, […]
Mexico and Canada have signed a memorandum of understanding in relation to the equivalency of their organic standards this past week. From the Canadian perspective, Mexico is joining the US, UK, EU, Taiwan, Costa Rica, Japan, and Switzerland in becoming equivalent to the Canada Organic Regime. The Canada Mexico Organic Equivalency Arrangement relates to the […]
It is an unfortunate reality that most employers, should they operate long enough, will eventually be confronted with some form of employee misconduct. This article delves deep into one particular type of misconduct: insubordination. To that end, below we will review what “insubordination” entails, consider two brief case studies (one where insubordination was made out, […]
Driving without insurance in Ontario is a serious matter, carrying substantial financial and legal risks. Many people are aware that driving without insurance is illegal, but some may not realize this can include situations where coverage has unintentionally lapsed due to administrative errors or policy changes. If an accident occurs, the repercussions can be severe—from […]
Canadian privacy law hit Facebook hard in the Federal Court of Appeal’s recent decision in Privacy Commissioner of Canada v Facebook inc., 2024 FCA 140 [Facebook]. The unanimous decision held that Facebook failed to obtain meaningful consent from users prior to disclosing user data. The decision is part of a larger trend in Canadian jurisprudence […]
3 Minute Read NOTE: This article uses the term “attorney” in reference to an attorney under a Power of Attorney or substitute decision-making document, and should not be confused as referring to a lawyer. A Power of Attorney is a legal document that lets you (the ‘grantor’) appoint someone (the ‘attorney’) to make personal care […]
If you glance at the news, it feels as if the world is on fire—both literally and figuratively. Climate change wreaks havoc across continents, pandemics challenge our healthcare systems, wars and conflicts displace millions, and the erosion of democratic principles shakes trust in institutions worldwide. At the same time, misinformation spreads faster than facts, nationalism […]
When facing a serious charge like sexual assault, one of the biggest concerns people have is about jail time. What are the chances of avoiding it? The idea of losing your freedom can be overwhelming, making it crucial to understand what might influence the outcome. While not every case allows for reduced sentencing, certain factors […]
Multiple media outlets reported this week that five former members of the 2018 Canadian World Junior team are going to be arrested for sexual assault. The impending criminal charges appear to relate to an alleged sexual assault that took place in London, Ontario in June 2018. There is now reporting as well that members of […]