June 27, 2024
Several lawyers from our firm attended last night’s End of Term Dinner. Thank you to The Advocates’ Society for organizing such a wonderful event. We had a great time catching up with friends and colleagues!
June 26, 2024
By Katrina Taibi Overview: In Athanassiades v. Rogers Communications Canada Inc.,[1] the Court of Appeal concluded that absent truly exceptional circumstances, a summary judgment motion should not be appealed until it is complete. Background Facts: The plaintiff, Andrew Athanassiades, brought an action against the defendant, Rogers Communication Canada Inc. (“Rogers”), alleging failure to provide him […]
June 19, 2024
By Kathryn Orydzuk Background The appellants/plaintiffs appealed the June 5, 2023 decision of Penny J. of the Ontario Superior Court (Workman Optometry Professional Corporation v. Certas Home and Auto Insurance, 2023 ONSC 3356), which was heard by the Ontario Court of Appeal on June 12, 2024 (Workman Optometry Professional Corporation v. Certas Home and Auto […]
June 12, 2024
By Jennifer Singh The Appeal in Legault v. TD General Insurance Company, 2024 ONCA 439, arose from a trial decision dismissing an action brought by Shelley Legault against TD Insurance Company (“TD”) relating to TD’s denial of Ms. Legault’s claim under her homeowner’s insurance policy following a fire at her home. The appeal was dismissed […]
June 10, 2024
Megan Chan and Eli Feldman have successfully completed their articling term with Rogers Partners LLP and will be joining the firm as associates following their call to the Bar in July. Megan and Eli will be excellent lawyers. We wish them continued achievement!
June 07, 2024
The Ontario Bar Association’s Anatomy of a Trial Conference is back by popular demand! It will be held on June 13 and 14, 2024, in person in Toronto and by webcast. Two of our lawyers are part of the stellar faculty. Stephen Ross will be moderating a demonstration of Closing Statements. Jack Fitch will be […]
