Canada: Court Procedure

The British Columbia Court of Appeal examines how courts should assess negative contingency deductions when plaintiffs have pre-existing health conditions, establishing critical evidentiary standards for reducing damages based on psychological vulnerability. This decision clarifies the burden defendants must meet to justify substantial reductions in personal injury awards and distinguishes between proving a contingency exists versus quantifying its likelihood.

It often comes as a shock at an already stressful time: your minor child (under the age of 18) is entitled to money, perhaps through an inheritance or a personal injury settlement, but you are told you cannot access...

When most people think of injuries resulting from accidents or negligence, they imagine visible harm -broken bones, lacerations, or other physical trauma. However, many injuries are far less visible, yet equally devastating.

Une décision de la Cour supérieure du Québec établit des balises claires sur l'utilisation de l'intelligence artificielle par les arbitres et décideurs judiciaires. Comment les tribunaux encadrent-ils désormais l'IA comme outil d'assistance tout en interdisant la délégation du pouvoir décisionnel?

The Supreme Court of Canada has delivered a landmark decision addressing whether courts can recognize new torts when existing legal remedies may already provide compensation. In Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia, the justices...

Becoming a dog walker for hire has several advantages, in addition to the obvious financial benefits. It is an opportunity to get outdoors, get some exercise and build a connection with the community.

The Ontario Court of Appeal has established a critical precedent limiting landlords' discretion over common areas in commercial leases. When a landlord's actions interfere with essential infrastructure that tenants depend...

La Cour suprême de la Colombie-Britannique a confirmé que les engagements convenus en matière de consultation peuvent déterminer la portée requise d’une consultation.

Ontario courts have long required immediate disclosure of partial settlement agreements, with severe consequences for non-compliance. A recent 2025 decision clarifies how new procedural rules interact with established case law regarding settlements that transform adversarial relationships into cooperative ones. The ruling confirms that certain types of undisclosed settlements will continue to result in the harshest remedy available.