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 […]
