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Flooding from neighbouring properties
Neighbouring properties are often the cause of residential and rural flooding. Flooding can arise through insufficient culverts, improper diversions of water, or interference with drainage or absorption of water from/by their land. Often there is a distinction between surface waters...
Liability for seasonal and exceptional flooding
The 100-year storm. The 50-year flood. We've been hearing these terms a lot over the last few years. Common understanding is that they are events that happen once every 100 years. Or once every 50 years. In reality, they are...
Self-Representation In Court
Some individuals heading to court may decide to represent their case independently, without involving a lawyer. Choosing such a course for litigation presents its own challenges, requiring skill and planning. Long before a court date is set, it is necessary...
Bringing A Small Claims Court Suit
Individuals who are planning to sue and are asking for damages amounting to $25,000 or less may bring the suit before the Ontario Small Claims Court. Such claims must fall under the category of money owed under a contract or...
DEFAMATION AND PUBLISHING: HOW AND BY WHO
Defamation against a party occurs where a statement is made about a party that is false and can cause damage to the party's reputation. When a party feels that a defamatory statement has been made against them, a civil action...
