News roundup — November 25, 2013
CanadaTransport minister threatens prosecution of oil shippers that violate federal safety rules, The Globe and MailFormer Canadian arms negotiator objects to controversial clause in Ottawa's cluster...
View ArticleCJC announces further probe of Quebec judge
A Federal Court judge has recommended a further review of the conduct of a Quebec Superior Court judge mentioned at the Quebec corruption inquiry.According to the Canadian Judicial Council, a panel of...
View ArticleNews roundup — November 26, 2013
CanadaPeel police have class action lawsuit over racial profiling filed against them, Toronto StarNewspaper mogul planning to file for regulatory approval by year end for new Canadian oil refinery,...
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SMEs should evaluate legal needs based on each issue
When Joanna Duong first went looking for some legal help with her small fashion and accessories company, she found herself deep in the heart of Bay Street but feeling seriously ignored.“My accountant...
View ArticleNews roundup — November 27, 2013
CanadaWatchdog says 'lax controls' mean dangerous people gain illegal entry to Canada, ReutersYoung woman who 'orchestrated' murder of Stefanie Rengel asks for her conviction to be overturned, Montreal...
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Bill to reform NCR provisions puts public at greater risk: lawyer
Plans to toughen up the regime for people deemed not criminally responsible will leave the public at greater risk, a criminal defence lawyer is warning.The federal government announced Monday it is...
View ArticleNews roundup — November 28, 2013
CanadaHarper's spokesman says surveillance mandate fulfilled 'in accordance with the law', ReutersFlaherty accused of violating information law with submission of pre-redacted expense claims, Ottawa...
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Groia incivility suspension cut in half
A Law Society of Upper Canada appeal panel reduced lawyer Joe Groia’s suspension from two months to one month after finding faults with a hearing panel decision that found him guilty of incivility last...
View ArticleNews roundup — November 29, 2013
CanadaRegulations on oil sands emissions not ready to be unveiled, ReutersHarper's office hires three law firms to handle Duffy-Wright investigation, Montreal Gazette Watchdog warns Federal government...
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What I intended was . . .
We’re about to see a spike in the word “intention” in Quebec contracts, thanks to yesterday’s Supreme Court of Canada ruling on taxation.In a judgment that upholds Court of Appeal rulings in two cases...
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