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On June 1, 2020, the provincial government announced the enactment of an amendment to the Infectious Disease Emergency Leave. Under this amendment, all non-union employees […]
COVID-19: Amendment to the Infectious Disease Emergency Leave Read More
On May 12, 2020, Ontario passed Bill 190, the COVID-19 Response and Reforms to Modernize Ontario Act, 2020 (“Bill 190”). Bill 190 was established to
How Bill 190 Assists Corporations Amid COVID-19 Restrictions. Read More
Wills are important documents in pre-arranging the distribution of assets following death. In order for a will to be valid, the person making the will
Are You Capable of Making a Will? Read More
As the rate of recovery from COVID-19 exceeds the rate of new infection, the Province of Ontario has begun to implement preliminary measures to gradually
COVID-19: Reopening Ontario Read More
In an effort to continue resolving conflicts while the courts have been suspended, Barriston Law has been conducting many mediations and arbitrations via video conferencing.
Barriston Law: Offering Virtual Mediations and Arbitrations Read More
“We are all in this together” – meaning the COVID-19 pandemic. But are we really? Spouses with young children who are in the very early
Co-Parenting; COVID-19; Technology & Mediation Read More
In the context of COVID-19, the ongoing performance of contracts has become difficult for many individuals and commercial parties. Some have had travel plans cancelled,
COVID-19: Force Majeure vs Frustration of Contract Read More
A power of attorney for personal care is a potentially useful and inexpensive legal document to guard against a situation where a person becomes incapable
Are You Capable of Making a Power of Attorney for Personal Care? Read More
Sitting down to prepare a Will and estate plan is something that many Canadians plan on doing… eventually. According to a recent poll, over half
