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WEBOhio Supreme Court reprimands judge for Facebook posts relating to guardianship case. Canadian legal news, SCC rulings, the biggest deals, and everything else a Canadian lawyer needs to know. Support from legal professionals across Canada.
What you need to know about medical malpractice law
WEBMar 3, 2022 · The Canadian Medical Protective Association represents doctors in Canada. According to an article written by Jonathan Farine and Emma Pedota, lawyers at McLeish Orlando LLP, the CMPA has a $5-billion war chest, which it uses to defend physicians from legal claims. The CMPA is a cooperative, not an insurer, and doctors are members.
What the law says about powers of attorney and wills
WEBJan 24, 2024 · Canadian laws establish certain boundaries between powers of attorney and wills. An appointed person in a power of attorney cannot make or change the will of the person who appointed them. This is strictly prohibited. A will, or changes in a will, made by an appointed person is void and has no legal effect.
Important Canadian Law School Requirements
WEBOct 26, 2023 · Grade Point Average (GPA) One Canadian law school requirement that is given much weight is your GPA score. Most law schools require a GPA that is equivalent or above 3.7 or A- or 80%. This may be vary depending on each law school. If you have a low GPA, make sure that the other requirements are met and are strong enough.
A roadmap to studying law in Canada | Canadian Lawyer
WEBNov 21, 2023 · Studying law in Canada will depend on the law school you will be enrolled in and the province where it’s located. Tuition for one year may range from C$12,000 to C$20,000, but it may even go as high as C$30,000. Some law schools may charge higher fees for those who are not from the same province where the law school is located.
Basics of Canadian Tort Law for Personal Injury Cases
WEBMar 5, 2024 · There are many different types of torts under the common law in Canada: negligence. intentional torts. strict liability. economic torts. These different types can be the basis of personal injuries claims by the offended party under the tort law in Canada, depending on the facts and circumstances of each case. 1.
2021 Legal Fees Survey: Results | Canadian Lawyer
WEBSlight year-over-year fee increases continue in 2021. Every year, Canadian Lawyer asks the legal profession what they are charging for services. This year was like none before, as COVID rearranged work and life for everyone. Despite all the changes, the trend of marginal, year-over-year fee increases continued.
Rankings - Canadian Lawyer
WEBApr 30, 2024 · Special Reports 2024. Canadian Lawyer's special reports provide an expert-collated resource for the industry when looking for best-in-class partners and the most revered service providers. The Special Reports also provide an opportunity to honor the top companies and individuals in the industry for their hard work and commitment to innovation.
Revealed: Canadian Law Awards winners 2022 | Canadian Lawyer
WEBMay 19, 2022 · The Canadian Law Awards made a triumphant return as an in-person event at a sold-out Arcadian Court in Toronto tonight. Legal professionals came from across Canada to reconnect with colleagues and peers – and raise a glass to the profession’s finest – at the packed venue.
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