WARDS OF WISDOM
A LEGAL BLOG BY WARDS LAWYERSPC
WARDS OF WISDOM
A LEGAL BLOG BY WARDS LAWYERSPC
This WARDS LAWYERS PC publication is for general information only. It is not legal advice, nor is it intended to be. Specific or more information may be necessary before advice could be provided for your particular circumstances.
BUSINESS & CORPORATE POSTS
YOU’VE JUST CLOSED YOUR BUSINESS PURCHASE – “WHAT NOW”?
Congratulations! You have just completed the purchase of your new business and you are ready to get started! While you have so many things to
YOU’VE JUST CLOSED YOUR BUSINESS SALE – “WHAT NOW?”
Congratulations! You have just completed the sale of your business and you are ready to retire! But wait, there may still be a few items
IS IT TIME TO INCORPORATE YOUR BUSINESS?
Your business is generating more income than you need for your living expenses. You are building your business to sell one day, or to leave
ESTATES POSTS
TO PROBATE OR NOT TO PROBATE, BUT WHAT REALLY IS THE QUESTION?
You have recently lost a family member or longtime friend who has named you as the Executor in their Will. We have all heard the
HAVE YOU PLANNED AHEAD?
“The afternoon knows what the morning never suspected.” — Robert Frost Planning ahead is essential and having a last will and testament in place is
KEEPING RECORDS AS AN ESTATE TRUSTEE OR POWER OF ATTORNEY
Have you been asked to act as either an Estate Trustee or an Attorney granted by a Power of Attorney for Finance for a family
FAMILY LAW POSTS
PARENTAL ALIENATION IN FAMILY LAW
Parental alienation is an unsettling issue that often surfaces in the realm of family law. It refers to a scenario where a child becomes estranged
ADOPTION IN ONTARIO – WHICH WAY IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
There are four ways to adopt a child in Ontario – public, private, international and relative or step-child adoption. This blog will discuss the differences
HAVE A HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS
The Christmas holidays are supposed to be a time for fun and cheer. However, for separated families they can also be a cause of tremendous
COLLABORATIVE FAMILY LAW POSTS
WHAT IS COLLABORATIVE FAMILY LAW? AND WHY SHOULD I DO THAT INSTEAD OF FAMILY COURT?
Collaborative family law has grown in popularity over the last 25 years and has been embraced by family law practitioners to varying degrees. The collaborative
DOES YOUR CHILD’S VOICE MATTER IN YOUR FAMILY LAW DISPUTE?
Decisions regarding custody and access have an immense impact on the best interests of the child. In order to ensure that the best interests of
COLLABORATIVE FAMILY LAW – THE BETTER WAY
Collaborative family law is a way for you to resolve your relationship breakdown issues more respectfully — without going to Family Court. It is a
LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT POSTS
CHRISTMAS BONUSES AND HOLIDAY GIFTS BY EMPLOYERS – ENROLLMENT IN THE JELLY-OF-THE-MONTH-CLUB THIS YEAR? READ THIS BEFORE KIDNAPPING YOUR BOSS ON CHRISTMAS EVE
Holiday bonuses (and gifts) are commonly appreciated, morale-boosting and an opportunity for employers to express gratitude to employees collectively at the end of the work
CLEARING SNOW OR ROOF TOP WORKING WITHOUT TRAINING OR FALL RESTRAINT? FACE CRIMINAL LIABILITY AND BIG FINES. DON’T BE THIS EMPLOYER…
Working high without proper training or fall restraints? You can face both criminal liability and significant criminal fines, particularly the employer: Convicted: North West Lumber Co.
POTENTIALLY VIOLATING ONTARIO’S EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS ACT INVALIDATES AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT – PERIOD.
In this case, a “construction” employee had signed an employment agreement purporting to minimize the employee’s entitlements upon termination to only those required by the
LITIGATION POSTS
WHAT’S IN A NAME? A LOT AND YOU NEED TO GET IT RIGHT!
If you are commencing a lawsuit against a unincorporated business, do you know how to name them correctly on the claim? It may sound like
ONTARIO POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS – SILENCE IS NOT FOR SALE
Fall is upon us which means back-to-school, sweater weather and warm beverages. This is also the time of year many will return to, or start,
ENFORCING LANDLORD AND TENANT BOARD ORDERS IN THE SMALL CLAIMS COURT
You’re a landlord with a tenant who will not pay rent. You’ve followed all of the necessary procedures and now have a Judgment from the
PERSONAL INJURY POSTS
ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR MOTORCYCLISTS
Autumn is a great time for getting the motorcycle out for a road trip. However, because of the vulnerability of being in an open and
UGH…SNOW. YOUR LEGAL DUTY AS A HOMEOWNER (SIDEWALKS, STEPS AND DRIVEWAYS)
Let it snow, let is snow, let is snow……What am I obliged to do, as a homeowner, for snow and ice? In Ontario, homeowners have
TRAVEL INSURANCE DENIED – CKL SNOWBIRDS’ NIGHTMARE – TIPS FOR AVOIDING DENIAL OF YOUR TRAVEL COVERAGE
It’s every snowbird’s nightmare. Elderly Mr. X from Ontario bought travel insurance through Manulife before departing for Florida for a winter stay. He answers questions
REAL ESTATE POSTS
SEPTIC SYSTEMS – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (all the dirty details)
Septic systems are a big deal when buying a home, especially in rural areas without city sewage. Knowing how they work, what upkeep they need,
IS YOUR HOME ADEQUATELY INSURED?
Most homeowners regularly review their home insurance policies and coverage to ensure they have adequate insurance in place in the event something were to happen
WHAT IS A NOTICE OF SECURITY INTEREST?
A Notice of Security Interest (“NOSI”) is a lien against personal property or equipment that is secured against the title to your home to secure
CRIMINAL POSTS
CLEARING SNOW OR ROOF TOP WORKING WITHOUT TRAINING OR FALL RESTRAINT? FACE CRIMINAL LIABILITY AND BIG FINES. DON’T BE THIS EMPLOYER…
Working high without proper training or fall restraints? You can face both criminal liability and significant criminal fines, particularly the employer: Convicted: North West Lumber Co.
WHAT IS A "PEACE BOND" AND HOW DO I GET ONE AGAINST SOMEONE ELSE? PEACE BONDS – A TO Z.
What is a peace bond? A peace bond is a court order that is a signed promise, in writing, to keep the peace and be
JASON’S TOP 10 CRAZIEST LAWS IN THE CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES – THAT YOU DIDN’T EVEN KNOW YOU WERE BREAKING!
1.You could go to jail if you in any way melt, deface, alter or change any coin [Canadian Currency Act]. 2.Practicing witchcraft, sorcery and the
GENERAL INTEREST POSTS
HOME COOKING
When I graduated law school from the University of Ottawa I had two potential career paths laid out in front of me. The first was
HOLIDAY TURKEY FACTS (WE BET YOU DIDN’T KNOW)
Did you know? As far back as 1000 A.D., Native American Indians raised turkeys for food. Aztec Indians in Mexico were raising them as early
OUR FUN, ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TIPS FOR A LAWFUL AND LEGALLY-COMPLIANT HOLIDAY
It will be here before you know it. Our (non-exhaustive) tips to you and your family for a safe, fun and legally-prudent Christmas Day for
