Duncan, Linton LLP COVID-19 Statement
Duncan, Linton LLP is committed to the wellbeing of our clients and staff. Currently, we remain open so we can access information to meet the needs of our clients as they find their legal and business...
View ArticleCOVID-19 & the Law: Contractual Obligations, Force Majeure & Frustration
COVID-19, declared as a global pandemic by the World Health Organization on March 11, 2020, has dramatically impacted the lives of every person on the planet. Not only has the virus required...
View ArticleNew Essential Services List Restricts Construction Activity in Ontario
In a press conference this afternoon, Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced further changes to the list of essential services. The list determines which businesses and industries may continue to operate...
View ArticleThe Impact of COVID-19 on Homebuilders
In response to the developing state of the COVID-19 pandemic, Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced changes to the list of essential services in a press conference held on April 3, 2020. Those changes,...
View ArticleWhen are Penalty/Forfeiture Clauses Unenforceable?
Many commercial agreements contain clauses that provide stiff consequences for one party’s failure to comply with his or her end of the bargain. These sorts of clauses may, for example, require one...
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Celebrating 160 Years of Duncan, Linton LLP in Waterloo Region, Part 1
Duncan, Linton LLP is the oldest independent law firm in Waterloo Region and is one of the oldest law firms in all of Ontario. The firm’s history dates back to 1860 – when Ontario was still “Canada...
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Celebrating 160 Years of Duncan, Linton LLP in Waterloo Region, Part 2
Duncan, Linton LLP is the oldest independent law firm in Waterloo Region and is one of the oldest law firms in all of Ontario. The firm’s history dates back to 1860 – when Ontario was still “Canada...
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Celebrating 160 Years of Duncan, Linton LLP in Waterloo Region, Part 3
Duncan, Linton LLP is the oldest independent law firm in Waterloo Region and is one of the oldest law firms in all of Ontario. The firm’s history dates back to 1860 – when Ontario was still “Canada...
View ArticleLondon City Council Adopts Changes to ‘Granny Flat’ Regulations Under...
In June 2019, the Government of Ontario passed a Bill intended to address the shortage of affordable housing throughout the province. Known as the “More Homes, More Choice Act”, Bill 108 contained a...
View Article“You’re Fired” Under Fire: What Employers Need to Know About Termination...
While employers enjoy some flexibility in making decisions about an employee’s job, there are a number of obligations that apply to the termination of employment. Generally, where an employer...
View ArticleSupreme Court Considers Core Policy Decisions Exempting Tort Liability
In the recent decision of Nelson (City) v. Marchi, the Supreme Court of Canada clarified the distinction between core and non-core policy decisions. Specifically, the Court stated that “this appeal...
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View ArticleThe Role of Status Certificates in Condominium Transactions
When buying or selling a condominium unit in Ontario, chances are that someone will bring up the term “status certificate” at some point in the transaction. Obtaining and reviewing a status certificate...
View ArticleThe Importance of Having a Well-Drafted Estate Plan
A recent Ontario Court of Appeal case, VanSickle Estate v. VanSickle, 2022 ONCA 643, serves as a reminder of the importance of having a well-drafted, up-to-date will. The potential impact that life’s...
View ArticleA Guide to Ontario’s Not-For-Profit Corporations Act
Ontario’s new Not-For-Profit Corporations Act (“ONCA”) was officially proclaimed in force on October 19, 2021. It provides a modern legal framework for the not-for-profit sector in Ontario. This new...
View ArticleDispute Over Commercial Lease Highlights Importance of Obtaining Proactive...
Legal disputes can arise in various areas of life, including business and property matters. Obtaining timely legal counsel is imperative in order to proactively address potential disputes or safeguard...
View ArticleBig Changes are Coming to Ontario’s Real Estate Industry
On December 1, 2023, big changes are coming to the legislation governing real estate professionals in Ontario. These changes, which will see the renaming of the Real Estate Business and Brokers Act,...
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