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Ontario’s New Construction Act Arrives on July 1, 2018: Don’t get Caught by the Transition Rules
[This article was edited on June 7, 2018] The Construction Lien Act amendments will begin to take effect July 1, 2018. Hailing big changes to timelines, procedures and the manner in which many disputes will be resolved, the new legislation includes a gradual transition to help you avoid a misapplication of the new provisions. Among… Read More »
Categories: Articles, Construction, Limitation Periods, Practice TipsReview Your Files – The Ultimate Limitation Period is Arriving Soon
Section 15 of Ontario’s Limitations Act, 2002, often referred to as the “ultimate limitation period,” provides a final deadline for initiating legal proceedings, subject to a few exceptions. Section 15(2) of the Act states: “15 (2) No proceeding shall be commenced in respect of any claim after the 15th anniversary of the day on which… Read More »
Categories: Civil Litigation, Limitation Periods, WebzinePaying attention to the fraud behind the curtain: Don’t get fooled by spoofed email addresses
We have written previously about the dangers associated with email spoofing and phishing schemes, where fraudsters will send fabricated emails purporting to be from a trusted colleague or third party in an effort to trick a lawyer or staff member into clicking on a dangerous link or downloading a dangerous attachment. These fraudulent schemes continue… Read More »
Categories: Cyber dangers, Fraud, WebzineThe new data breach reporting requirements under PIPEDA: If you lose something, say something
It costs less than ten dollars to purchase a USB flash drive. It can cost tens of thousands to lose it. Lawyers and law firms are entrusted with a substantial amount of financial, medical, and other sensitive or embarrassing personal information. Under both the rules of professional conduct and privacy legislation, lawyers are obligated to… Read More »
Categories: Privacy, WebzineLawyers Guide to Marketing on the Internet, 4th edition
Transform your website, e-mail, social media, and overall online marketing strategy! Get closer to your target prospects and clients in ways that are proven and meaningful to buyers of legal services. Choose a mix of tools that will measurably move the needle using the advice in The Lawyer’s Guide to Marketing on the Internet, Fourth… Read More »
Categories: Book, Legal Technology, MarketingMillennial Lawyer: How Your Firm Can Motivate and Retain Young Associates
With Millennials set to become almost half of the U.S. workforce by 2020, those firms that understand how to connect with and motivate Millennials will benefit from an inspired and harmonious workforce. Author JP Box offers his experiences as a Millennial practicing law to help frame the generational divides that lead to misunderstandings between associates… Read More »
Categories: Book, Content Type, Firm ManagementStatement on Re Milne Estate decision
LAWPRO is aware of the Re Milne Estate decision and we confirm that it has been appealed. We expect the appeal won’t be heard for several months. We hope the appeal decision brings clarity to how primary and secondary wills should be drafted. Lawyers that have drafted wills that may be impacted by this decision… Read More »
Categories: Alerts, Wills & EstatesEvernote as a Law Practice tool
Looking for a simple and cost-effective way to organize your practice? Evernote is the answer. This program is a memory aid for just about everything you do. Say goodbye to hours spent searching for those meeting notes you saved somewhere on your computer or mobile device or that to-do list you think you put in… Read More »
Categories: Book, Legal TechnologyMacs in Law: The Definitive Guide for the Mac-Curious, Windows-Using Attorney
Are you Mac-curious? The vast majority of lawyers and law practices still use Windows, but an increasing number are contemplating the switch to Mac, due to its reliability, usability, and security. However, authors Brett Burney and Tom Lambotte know that Macs may not be the best choice for every lawyer and law practice. Macs in… Read More »
Categories: Book, Content Type, Legal TechnologyTrust Accounting in One Hour for Lawyers
Trust accounting is one area that no one can afford to overlook, but busy lawyers don’t have time or resources to waste. Lawyers who are leaving their law firms to establish their own solo practice or small firm need this simple primer to fulfill their ethical and fiduciary responsibilities to safeguard the money belonging to… Read More »
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