Courts requiring hearings to proceed by video conference
Before the COVID-19 pandemic and societal shutdown, it was quite rare for a court to hear a matter by video conference, and even rarer for a judge to order that a matter be heard that way. This is in spite of the fact that the Rules of Civil Procedure have explicitly permitted proceedings to be […]
How we help clients manage legal costs (it’s not just “no win, no fee”)
At Pace Law, we are strong believers that a person’s financial means should never limit or preclude them from accessing justice.
Daycare centre opening presents a potential litigation problem for owners
The Ontario government has permitted daycare centres to reopen as of June 12, but requires strict adherence to safety rules in order to manage the risk of transmitting COVID-19. Among other things, the rules require that daycare groups be limited to 10 people or fewer, which must include both children and staff. This is far […]
What does Ontario’s simplified Rule 76 mean for claimants?
On January 1, 2020 Ontario introduced amendments to Rule 76 of the Rules of Civil Procedure to address concerns that the rule was not meeting its intended objectives of simplifying and expediting the legal process.
Should you ask your employees to sign Covid-19 waivers?
As Ontario moves from strict social distancing measures to the more ‘normal’ Phase 2 (and Phase 3) economy, businesses are faced with concerns about their employees and staff contracting the coronavirus.
Impact of COVID-19: The need for better care of our elderly
The Covid-19 outbreak has had an immeasurably profound impact on families that have lost loved ones to the disease.
Silver lining for prospective pandemic-related claims against Ontario
As the pandemic continues, claims against the Ontario government are sure to become more numerous.
Guide to long term disability
Long term disability payments are an essential safety net for the ordinary Ontarian who lives paycheque to paycheque. In the event someone is unable to work and earn, long term disability can provide an alternative to employment income.
The pandemic as an ideal breeding ground for class actions
In the past several weeks, there have been two interesting developments in class actions as they play out in the U.S. courts.
Bike safely this spring (2020)
Biking in the spring and summer means a rise in motorcycling accidents in Ontario. And while Ontario’s roads are becoming safer, motorcycle accident fatalities continue to hover around the 300 per year mark, according to the OPP.