The Government of Saskatchewan has announced new regulations to raise the monetary limit for claims in the Provincial (Small Claims) Court. The limit will increase from $30,000 to $50,000, effective …
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Albertans might soon see faster resolution to legal disputes with the introduction of a new streamlined trial process, set to take effect from Jan. 1, 2024. This new approach, replacing …
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Federation of Law Societies mandates remote ID verification technology for lawyers by 2024 to combat fraud
In a move to enhance the security of legal transactions, the Federation of Law Societies has mandated that starting from January 31, 2024, lawyers must verify their clients’ identity using …
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Law Society of Ontario announces slight decrease in fees for lawyers, paralegals for 2024
The Law Society of Ontario (LSO) has announced a slight decrease in licensing fees for lawyers and paralegals as part of its 2024 budget, which was approved on Oct. 26 …
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The Honourable Mary Moreau has been appointed to the Supreme Court of Canada, a decision met with praise and commendation from the Law Society of Alberta. Bill Hendsbee, KC, President …
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Class-action lawsuit launched against Canadian universities over alleged anti-Semitic incidents
Toronto-based Diamond and Diamond Lawyers have initiated a class action lawsuit addressing anti-Semitic incidents at three major Canadian universities: Toronto Metropolitan University, Queens University, and The University of British Columbia. …
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In a celebration of the unquenchable thirst for knowledge within the legal community, the Employment Lawyers Association of Ontario (ELAO) is all set to bring together the entirety of the …
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The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, Arif Virani, has announced new appointments to the Court of Appeal and the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta. The announcement …
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York University faces $15 million class-action lawsuit over alleged anti-Semitic incidents
A class-action lawsuit has been initiated against York University and the York Federation of Students, accusing them of repeated anti-Semitic incidents on campus. The suit, brought forth by Diamond and …
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Ontario appoints three new judges with diverse legal backgrounds to the Ontario Court of Justice
Effective November 2, 2023, the Ontario government has announced the appointment of three new judges to the Ontario Court of Justice. The new judges, who bring a diverse range of …