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Each post is written by counsel at the firm and drafted to the same standard of care we apply to the files we handle. The aim is practical: explain the doctrine, note what has changed, and point to what matters next. Long-form articles, case commentary, and short practice notes on the mechanics of procedure.
Complex legal topics explained clearly for clients, professionals, and the public, and precise enough to actually inform the decisions that follow.
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Majority rule is a cornerstone of corporate governance. Shareholders typically vote their shares to elect directors, ratify major transactions, and guide the strategic direction of the company. Yet majority power must not be exercised at the expense of those holding fewer shares. Canadian law—through what is commonly known as the oppression remedy—prohibits actions that unjustly marginalize or harm minority shareholders.
The range of mortgagor remedies—redemption, challenging an improvident sale, seeking an injunction or stay, requesting relief against forfeiture, questioning deficiency claims, relying on consumer-protection rules, and more—illustrates a legal system striving for fairness and procedural rigor.
When borrowers default on their mortgage obligations, the mortgagee (often a bank, private lender, or another financial institution) has several powerful tools to recover its loan amount and secure or dispose of the underlying property.
Private-sector privacy laws in Canada underscore the notion that personal information belongs, first and foremost, to the individual. Organizations are entrusted with that data only for legitimate, specified purposes, with meaningful consent. From the right to access and correct data, to rules on collecting, using, disclosing, and safeguarding information, these laws aim to ensure that businesses remain accountable while individuals retain control over their digital identities.
Malicious prosecution is a tort that protects individuals from being wrongfully subjected to criminal proceedings initiated or continued for improper reasons. Abuse of process, while similar, deals with the misuse of the court’s procedures themselves.
A services contract sets the ground rules for one party’s performance of services for another. Whether you’re hiring a web developer, an engineering consultant, a marketing agency, or a company to provide specialized equipment maintenance, a written agreement helps ensure both sides understand their obligations.
Money laundering isn’t just the stuff of thrillers or high-stakes financial crime dramas; it is a profound global issue that poses a real threat to the integrity of financial systems, public safety, and economic stability. In Canada, a robust set of statutes, regulations, and reporting obligations aims to thwart these illegal practices, penalize offenders, and ensure that legitimate businesses avoid inadvertently facilitating criminal activity.
Knowledge of contract damages rules—expectation vs. reliance, the near-impossibility of punitive damages in standard breach cases, and the central importance of mitigating losses—is integral to protecting your interests.
Mareva injunctions, Norwich orders, and Anton Piller orders stand outside the ordinary run of interlocutory remedies in Ontario litigation. Each embodies the court’s willingness to intervene where ordinary procedural tools would be inadequate.
In modern commercial transactions, the negotiation process is often as significant as the final contract itself. Parties enter into talks expecting open communication, fair dealing, and a genuine effort to find common ground.
Defamation is one of the most frequently litigated torts in Ontario. This article explains the three-element test, what makes a statement defamatory under Canadian law, how courts assess reference and publication, and where the line falls between actionable defamation and protected expression.
Enforcing a foreign judgment in Ontario involves navigating a unique legal landscape that respects international judgments while safeguarding local standards. Ontario courts generally uphold foreign decisions, allowing creditors to seek enforcement through streamlined processes. However, local debtors may raise defences, such as jurisdictional challenges or public policy conflicts. Whether you’re enforcing a judgment or resisting one, Grigoras Law provides the expertise needed to guide you through this complex process.
Financing a business transaction, whether it’s an asset purchase or a share acquisition, can be complex, involving multiple stakeholders, financial arrangements, and legal considerations.
The Ontario Divisional Court, a branch of the Superior Court of Justice, has a specialized role in Ontario’s legal system. It primarily hears appeals from administrative tribunals, civil cases, and handles judicial reviews of government actions.
In today’s data-driven world, protecting personal information in the private sector is critical. This blog delves into the legal framework governing privacy in Canada, focusing on how businesses must handle personal data responsibly. With insights from Toronto privacy lawyers, we explore your rights to access and correct information, the importance of consent in data collection, and the legal recourse available in cases of privacy breaches. Whether you’re a business looking to enhance your data protection practices or an individual seeking to safeguard your privacy, this guide provides the essential knowledge you need.
Real estate development is a multifaceted venture that requires navigating a complex legal landscape. From the initial concept to the final construction and sale, developers must address numerous legal considerations to ensure their projects are successful and compliant with applicable laws.
In Ontario, defamation claims can involve various types of damages, with aggravated damages being one of the critical compensatory mechanisms. Aggravated damages are awarded to provide additional compensation when the defendant’s conduct has caused further harm to the plaintiff beyond the initial defamation.
In the digital age, the dynamics of defamation have evolved significantly, particularly with the rise of the Internet and social media platforms. The traditional principles of defamation law, which were primarily localized, now face new challenges in determining where a defamatory statement published online has caused harm and where legal action should be pursued.
Consent can be a powerful defence in defamation cases. If someone agrees to a defamatory statement, they can’t later claim defamation. This can be explicit, like signing a contract, or implied through actions, such as repeating a defamatory remark publicly. Understanding this legal concept can help you navigate situations where consent might impact your rights.
Defamation law often treads a fine line between protecting individual reputation and upholding freedom of expression. In this intricate legal landscape, the defence of justification, or truth, plays a pivotal role.
For now, Thorpe v. Boakye serves as a pivotal case in understanding the evolving legal landscape around digital platform liability. It highlights a significant divergence between Canadian and U.S. legal systems in handling online defamation. Canadian courts appear more open to considering platforms like Google as publishers and thus potentially liable, whereas U.S. law, under the CDA, leans heavily towards protecting these platforms from such liabilities.
In corporate law, ensuring accountability and integrity remains paramount. Ontario, with its robust legal framework, offers stakeholders an essential tool for redress when corporations suffer at the hands of their own management: derivative actions.
In the intricate world of corporate law, shareholders possess a slew of rights. When these rights are jeopardized, or when the corporation’s actions seem unjust or prejudicial, shareholders can turn to specific remedies enshrined in the law.
In the world of commercial leasing, every detail matters. The terms outlined in these agreements lay the groundwork for business relationships that may last years, if not decades. But what happens if a party believes a term in the lease is missing or has been inaccurately represented?
In the world of false statements and their legal repercussions, malicious falsehood stands out as a unique tort focusing on economic harm stemming from disparaging remarks about one’s property or goods.
Starting a business is a thrilling adventure, akin to setting out on an uncharted path. Every decision made at the outset lays the foundation for future success. One such pivotal decision is selecting the right business structure. This isn’t just a bureaucratic step; it shapes the very essence of your business, influencing liability, tax implications, operational processes, and more.
Navigating the complex landscape of commercial tenancies becomes even more intricate when terms like “assignment” and “sublease” emerge. While these terms may sometimes be used interchangeably by those less acquainted with property jargon, they embody distinct concepts with specific legal implications. Grasping the differences between them is vital for both tenants and landlords to facilitate seamless transitions and evade potential pitfalls.
The freedom of the internet allows for uninhibited self-expression. While many embrace this freedom to share positive stories, ideas, and feedback, others exploit it to spread malicious rumors or make derogatory comments without facing immediate consequences. The cloak of anonymity can embolden such individuals, making the internet a potential hotbed for defamation.
In the constantly evolving realm of legal jurisprudence, the case of Sase Aggregate Ltd. v. Langdon offers intriguing insights into the principles of knowing receipt, knowing assistance, and unjust enrichment. This article dives into why Sase Aggregate Ltd., the appellant, was unsuccessful in both its initial application to the lower court and its subsequent appeal to the Court of Appeal for Ontario.
For many business owners, the question “How much is my business actually worth?” weighs heavy on their minds. This is particularly true if you’re considering selling your business. The value of your business significantly influences the returns you receive from its sale. This factor not only affects your negotiation strategies but also has potential implications for your future financial well-being. The process of determining this value is known as business valuation, and it’s an intricate, multilayered exercise that requires expert knowledge.
When it is time to move from reading to resolving, Grigoras Law handles civil, commercial, and appellate matters across Ontario, and select cross-border files. The right counsel changes the calculation. For plaintiffs, that means a practical assessment of viable causes of action, a realistic view of recovery prospects, and a clear read on urgent interim relief if the facts support it. For defendants, it means pleadings assessed, defences triaged, and a strategy that keeps the file from consuming your business while it runs.
A contract has been breached, a partner has acted against your interests, a director has crossed a line, or money is at risk of disappearing. You want to understand what can be recovered, what urgent relief is available before trial, and whether the case is worth running.
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