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Guilty Pleas in Cases Where Defendant Does Not Admit Guilt – What Can Lawyers Do?
Guilty Pleas in Cases Where Defendant Does Not Admit Guilt – What Can Lawyers Do?
September 19, 2016

The Ontario Superior Court had an interesting case before them, R. v. Cameron, 2014 ONSC 2093, which saw a defendant strike out his guilty pleas and replace

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Contracts – Mixed Fact and Law, and What This Means
Contracts – Mixed Fact and Law, and What This Means
September 15, 2016

Contract disputes can be stressful and not always straightforward. If you find yourself in a breach of contract or have had someone else break your contract, talk to the civil litigation lawyers...

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Wording of Rule Against Helping Undocumented Migrants into the Country Clarified by Supreme Court of Canada
Wording of Rule Against Helping Undocumented Migrants into the Country Clarified by Supreme Court of Canada
September 12, 2016

In a case before the Supreme Court of Canada, R. v. Appulonappa, 2015 SCC 59, the legality and constitutionality of certain forms of migration was

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Jordan Highlighted at Courts Opening Ceremony
Jordan Highlighted at Courts Opening Ceremony
September 12, 2016

Robert Karrass comments on R. v. Jordan and unreasonable delay. Law Times, September 2016

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“Vaughan residents fed up with debris mountain”
“Vaughan residents fed up with debris mountain”
August 06, 2016

Mr. Karrass on a case defending Vaughan developer for Castle Manor homes. The Toronto Star, August 2015

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East-end vet faces suspension, $85,000 in costs over neglect case
East-end vet faces suspension, $85,000 in costs over neglect case
May 29, 2016

Robert Karrass represents vet in appeal of findings of misconduct. The Toronto Star, May 2016

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Oppression Remedy and Derivative Actions
Oppression Remedy and Derivative Actions
May 26, 2016

A case before the Ontario Court of Appeal dealt with the misappropriation of funds and a breach of fiduciary duties within a company, Martinrea International Inc. In order to understand the case,...

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The Ability of International Organizations to Act in Cases of Corruption
The Ability of International Organizations to Act in Cases of Corruption
April 29, 2016

When faced with criminal charges or involved in a complex legal matter, especially those related to corruption, fraud, or other financial crimes, seeking legal advice and representation from a...

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The Law of Tender and Its Complexities
The Law of Tender and Its Complexities
April 19, 2016

In 2014, the Ontario Court of Appeal dealt with a complex case, Rankin Construction Inc. v. Ontario, 2014 ONCA 636, referring to the Ministry of Transportation’s

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What Must the Court Consider in Allowing an Adjournment?
What Must the Court Consider in Allowing an Adjournment?
March 16, 2016

Turbo Logistics Canada Inc. initiated a lawsuit with HSBC Bank of Canada, seeking to be found not liable for their guarantees. However, HSBC counterclaimed, resulting in the plaintiffs attempting to...

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Duty of Good Faith – Breach of Contract Resulting in Significant Damage to Business
Duty of Good Faith – Breach of Contract Resulting in Significant Damage to Business
March 10, 2016

A case before the Supreme Court of Canada in 2014, Bhasin v. Hrynew, dealt with a breach of contract resulting in significant damages. The facts of

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Hearsay
Hearsay
February 17, 2016

When evidence is labelled hearsay, it is deemed inadmissible by Canadian courts. The Supreme Court of Canada provided a definition of hearsay as an “out

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Judge’s Conduct During a Hearing Can Lead to Finding of Reasonable Apprehension of Bias
Judge’s Conduct During a Hearing Can Lead to Finding of Reasonable Apprehension of Bias
January 21, 2016

A case in Newfoundland and Labrador, Cabana v. Newfoundland and Labrador, 2014 NLCA 34, once more emphasized the need for an impartial judge – and went

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Manufacturers Must Notify Consumers About Dangers Associated With Product Use
Manufacturers Must Notify Consumers About Dangers Associated With Product Use
January 14, 2016

A case before the Ontario Court of Appeal, Stilwell v. World Kitchen Inc., 2014 ONCA 770, regarding negligence and resulting in damages, served to highlight

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Can an Appeal Court Enter Convictions on Certain Counts and Order a New Trial on Others?
Can an Appeal Court Enter Convictions on Certain Counts and Order a New Trial on Others?
January 07, 2016

s. 209 of the Criminal Code Cheating at play 209 Every person who, with intent to defraud any person, cheats while playing a game or in

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