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Publications & Multimedia Presentationsby Our Lawyers
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Business LawMonthly bulletins from the LBW Corporate Department. In this article, Harry E. Thorsteinson explores the legal implications of operating a business out of one's home. Gary L. Black offers some sound advice to for those looking to purchase real property. Sole Proprietorship Versus Incorporation Written by Michael A. Mann, this article identifies and explains the advantages and disadvantages of operating your business as a sole proprietorship or as a corporation. Gary L. Black discusses importance of business succession, particularly for smaller businesspeople and explores impact on a business of the the five “D’s”: Divorce; Disagreement; Disability; Death; and Debt. In this article, Gary L. Black explains how GST is dealt with for mixed use properties.
Employment LawRobert B. Reid examines Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) proclaimed in force in Ontario in 2005. An Update and Overview of the Employment Standards Act, 2000 In this article, Leanne E. Standryk provides an overview of the Employment Standards Act, 2000.
Leanne E. Standryk provides a detailed look at Bill C-45 (popularly known as the "Westray Bill"), which imposes potential criminal liability on organizations for a wide range of offences including charges arising from workplace accidents or injuries.
Collecting Evidence: Searches and Surveillance Robert B. Reid looks at the different considerations that arise in situations where an employee refuses to provide evidence compared with situations where the evidence is already in the possession of the employer. Workplace searches and surveillance is discussed. Contract and Self Employment: A Work Force Perspective This article was written by Leanne E. Standryk. The article is based on the premise that Employer's are increasingly looking for a more flexible workforce to reduce the costs associated with carrying a permanent workforce. Individuals are forced to seek alternative means of employment and are more than ever establishing their own business and offering their services as independent contractors. This article reviews the elements of the employer/employee relationship and shifts to a focus on the legal rights and implications arising from self employment and independent contractor status.
How to Deal With Employee Misconduct Leanne E. Standryk provides a detailed and extensive look into misconduct by employees. This article covers all aspects of misconduct, including the different types of misconduct and how an employer can and cannot respond under the law. Employment References (Multimedia Presentation) In this multimedia presentation, you can view Robert B. Reid discuss the legal issues that can arise when dealing with employment references.
Employment Standards Act, 2000: Enhanced Enforcement Written by Leanne E. Standryk, this article canvasses the enforcement features of the Employment Standards Act, 2000.
Employment Standards Amendment Act, 2004 This article by Leanne E. Standryk takes the reader through the Employment Standards Amendment Act, 2004.
Human Rights - What Every Employer Should Know The law pertaining to human rights legislation is a matter of public policy in Ontario. It stands for the proposition that people are entitled to be treated equally and with dignity. In the past, human rights issues were typically a very small part of employment/labour law matter. Now, such issues re-define the rights and obligations traditionally ingrained within the employment relationship. This article was written by Robert B. Reid and Leanne E. Standryk and explores fundamental concepts and principles underlying the law of human rights and the workplace. Materials From Seminar on the new Agricultural Employees Act (Multimedia Presentation) Early in 2003, Robert B. Reid, along with Ron Kerr of EPR Consulting conducted a seminar on The Agricultural Employees Act. The above link will take you to the materials used during the seminar.
Mental Stress in the Workplace Robert B. Reid explores the definition of mental stress, its sources and signs, and stress-related legal claims as they relate to the work environment. Municipal Employees and Amalgamations The increase in municipal amalgamations throughout Ontario has brought with it great uncertainty for those individuals employed by those municipalities. Concerns are mostly related to the possibility of job loss. The amalgamated entity may decide to either continue or terminate an individual's employment relationship. The intention of this article is to ease some of this uncertainty by providing some general information regarding employee rights upon termination as well as upon continued employment in the context of municipal amalgamations. This article was written by Robert B. Reid and Leanne E. Standryk. "So Long, Farewell": Saying Goodbye to Mandatory Retirement The issue of an end to mandatory retirement and the implications for employers and employees alike are explored. This article was written by Robert B. Reid. The Written Employment Contract This article was written by Robert B. Reid and Leanne E. Standryk. It is designed to highlight some important concepts that may assist an employer who is wondering whether or not a written contract is needed, and if so what should be included. The article is aimed at a non-unionized setting and addresses common elements of the contractual relationship and the impact of relevant Employment legislation.
Estates Gary L. Black offers some sound advice to seniors.
Estate
Planning: Avoiding the Pitfalls
Joint Ownership - The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Harry E. Thorsteinson examines the advantages and drawbacks of joint ownership of assets. Joint Tenancy ... Use Extreme Caution In this article, Harry E. Thorsteinson explores the legal implications and pitfalls that can arise when joint tenancies and joint ownership are used as tools of estate planning. Personal Care Power of Attorney A Must In this article, Robert W.P. Welch discusses the importance of having Personal Care Power of Attorney, especially in light of the Terri Schiavo.
Family LawBrady Bunch ... Live and In Colour In this article, Harry E. Thorsteinson explores the merits of marriage contracts in the modern day. Child and Spousal Support Obligations after Death This article was written by H. Christina MacNaughton as one of her regular contributions to Parent Quarterly magazine (Fall 96 Issue).
Government Child Support Guidelines This article was written by H. Christina MacNaughton as one of her regular contributions to Parent Quarterly magazine (Update of Spring 96 Issue article). This article was written by H. Christina MacNaughton explaining the causes of the high cost of family law.
Marriage Contracts: or Don't Set Up Home Without One This article was written by David L. Edwards as one of his regular contributions to the Canadian MoneySaver magazine.
Your Mate Wants to Separate: What To Do Till You See a Lawyer: Family Law First Aid This article was written by H. Christina MacNaughton as one of her regular contributions to Parent Quarterly magazine (Spring 96 Issue).
Landlord-Tenant
Written by Michael A. Mann, this article explains the different types of leases available in the realm of commercial tenancies.
So, You Want to be a Landlord - A Cautionary Note Stanleigh E. Palka examines some basic points pertaining to landlord-tenant law in Ontario.
Personal Injury
Social Host - How to Host a Party Without Being Sued Sheila P. Marcantonio reviews the legal responsibilities of people who host parties and offers tips on how to keep guests safe and sober.
Privacy Law
Written by Leanne E. Standryk, this article canvasses the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), which was brought into force in Ontario effective January 1, 2004. Readers will learn about the content and purpose behind PIPEDA and how to adapt to the legislative requirements imposed by this important, new law.
Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act: Are You in Compliance? In this article, Leanne E. Standryk delves into the specifics of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and examines legislative compliance requirements. Readers who have a general familiarity with PIPEDA will find this article particularly valuable.
Personal Health Information Protection Act Leanne E. Standryk provides a comprehensive look at the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA).
ProbateMichael A. Mann canvasses some key points in understanding probate and recent developments in the law of probate that could affect you.
This article was written by David L. Edwards as one of his regular contributions to the Canadian MoneySaver Magazine.
Real EstateIn this article, Michael A. Mann offers some sound advice to bear in mind when purchasing real property. Malte von Anrep explores latent and patent defects in home buying situations. This pamphlet, provided by the LBW Real Estate Department, provides some important points to consider when selling a home privately.
TrustsIs a Capital Dividend from a Mutual Fund, Income or Capital? This article was written by David L. Edwards in response to a letter from a reader of the Canadian MoneySaver magazine.
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