CORONAVIRUS: A Warning to Employers During Covid-19 Social Distancing

The world, as we know it, is on hold for the time being. We all must socially distance ourselves in order to flatten the curve and stop the spread of this virus. Many employers have pulled the plug on their business while we all are dealing with this pandemic. This keeps employees safe and away […]

Coronavirus: 5 Things You Need to Know From a Lawyer’s Perspective

Over the last couple of months, I’ve delayed putting pen to paper on the topic of the Coronavirus. It is a hot topic, and I didn’t want to be part of the hysteria; but now, as people are hunkered down and scared, I thought I would start to share my thoughts daily to help keep […]

Dower (Mahr): Is it a Gift or A Woman’s Right?

Misinterpretation of the Dower or Mahr in the Canadian legal system has given rise to unexpected and unwarranted outcomes. In a multi-cultural society of Canada, the legal system doesn’t import the traditions or rituals unless they commensurate with the Canadian legal system. Dower or Mahr is more a right of a woman than a gift […]

Pot Hole Laws That Can Get Your Car Repairs Covered By the City

Spring has sprung and potholes are popping up everywhere. Did you know that pothole repair laws exist? Every Municipality is required to repair potholes, both on paved and non-paved roadways in a timely manner, however, you too are under timelines if you want to pursue damages.  Continue reading this blog to save yourself from costly […]

Are LIUNA Members Getting A Raw Deal From Cannabis Partner Starseed?

The had working members of Liuna are fortunate to have an organization that has supported their access to medical cannabis. Hard-working men and women develop chronic pain issues over their careers and the fact that union members can now get medical cannabis covered is wonderful. Too many people struggling with pain have been forced to […]

The Current & Most Common Frauds Happening Now in London, Ontario

Can you guess which profession in London is the most frequent victim of fraud?  (Answer at the end of the article) Most people think London, Ontario is a fairly sleepy conservative town with a well-respected university. What is not often discussed is the high rate of fraudulent schemes in our city that often go unreported. […]

How Failing to Clean Off Your Car Could Get You Sued

January, February and March can be a tough few months for a lot of people. Holiday bills come due, offices get busy again, the sun seems to have disappeared, and there’s soooo much snow.   Even in an unseasonably mild February like it was, snow still seems to be everywhere. On roadways, sidewalks, and even on […]

Sugar Daddies Can Be on The Hook

In continuation of my previous blog on Common Law marriages, I found an interesting recent case law dealing with the definition of a spouse under the Family Law Act – Jackson v. Moore. In this case law, the parties were never married. They have two children together. But there was a dispute as to whether […]

Don’t Let the Government Decide Who Gets Your Assets

It’s scary how often we hear married clients say that they do not need a will in Ontario because their spouse will get everything they own upon their death. This couldn’t be farther from the truth in Ontario, and by thinking this way, you could put your family in a very difficult position.  If you […]

Families of Ukranian Airline Disaster Are Entitled To Compensation

Millars law has served the London and Greater London community for over 10 years. London is our home, and it has come as grave and devastating news that 6 members from our community lost their lives in the unfortunate Ukraine Airline crash in Iran.  Although these families are still in the process of mourning, we […]