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The dangers of social networking and how to avoid them

by LAWPRO

Although social networking tools offer lawyers many interesting new ways to interact with people in both personal and work spheres, there are some risks associated with using them. Before you venture into social networking, consider Section 5.5 of the Law Society’s Practice Management Guideline on Technology (“Technology Guideline”). It states, “Lawyers should have a reasonable… Read More »

Categories: Articles, Law students/new lawyers, Legal Technology, New Lawyers, Social Media

Non-disclosure of Pierringer agreement amounts – is there a “way out” for LAWPRO insureds?

by LAWPRO

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“Pierringer” agreements allow one or more defendants in a multi-defendant proceeding to settle with the plaintiff, leaving the remaining defendants responsible only for the loss they actually caused. In Sable Offshore Energy Inc. v. Ameron International Corp., 2013 SCC 37, the Supreme Court of Canada held that the financial terms of a Pierringer settlement need… Read More »

Categories: Areas of Law, Articles, Civil Litigation, Content Type

Consider threshold questions before accepting joint retainers in wills

by LAWPRO

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Joint retainers are common in wills practice. Wills and estates lawyers are often asked to prepare mirror or mutual wills for two spouses. While the lawyer is typically assured by the couple that they are in agreement about the proposed estate plan, lawyers should be careful when relying on these assurances, because over the past… Read More »

Categories: Areas of Law, Articles, Communications Errors, Conflicts of Interest, Content Type, Inadequate Investigation, Retainers, Wills & Estates

Protecting yourself from cybercrime dangers: The steps you need to take

by LAWPRO

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Cybercrime dangers are many, complex and ever-changing. Hardly a day goes by without another news report of a data breach or other cyber-related scam or theft. Cyber criminals have considerable resources and expertise, and can cause significant damage to their targets. Cyber criminals specifically target law firms as law firms regularly have funds in their… Read More »

Categories: 2013 December Cybercrime, Articles, Cyber dangers, Features, Fraud, Legal Technology

The LAWPRO $250,000 cybercrime coverage: What it covers and why

by LAWPRO

As of the 2014 policy year, the LAWPRO mandatory insurance program will include express coverage in the amount of $250,000 for losses related to cybercrime, as defined in the policy. This sublimit (or cap) of coverage provides a modest “safety net” for lawyers in the area of cybercrime exposure. We say modest because like the… Read More »

Categories: 2013 December Cybercrime, Articles, Cyber dangers, Errors & Omissions, LAWPRO policy

Cyber risk insurance options: Do you have the coverage you need?

by LAWPRO

The prevalence of cyber-related crime has been steadily increasing for a number of years. Many businesses invest heavily in the necessary IT infrastructure to protect their data, but despite best efforts and intentions, the frequent news stories in the press should serve as confirmation that breaches do occur. The cost implications of having personal or… Read More »

Categories: 2013 December Cybercrime, Articles, Cyber dangers, Disaster Planning, Errors & Omissions, Firm Management, LAWPRO policy

Be ready with an incident response plan

by LAWPRO

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Because a cybercrime attack can cause irreparable harm, law firms should be prepared to take action immediately. Being able to do this requires an Incident Response Plan (IRP). An effective IRP can put a firm in a position to effectively and efficiently manage a breach by protecting sensitive data, systems, and networks, and to quickly… Read More »

Categories: 2013 December Cybercrime, Articles, Cyber dangers, Disaster Planning, Features, Fraud

Interesting times (and cybercrimes) call for active risk reduction efforts, not just insurance coverage

by LAWPRO

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Legal systems and their participants have a reputation – perhaps no longer just – for being slow to embrace technological change. But while good lawyers know that technology tools are not (at least not yet!) a full replacement for the exercise of professional judgment and the application of legal knowledge, they also know that a… Read More »

Categories: 2013 December Cybercrime, Articles, Cyber dangers, Editorials

LAWPRO has a corporate LinkedIn page. Does your firm?

by LAWPRO

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LAWPRO has had a corporate LinkedIn page for almost two years now. We find it a useful tool to connect with lawyers and other legal profession stakeholders. It allows us to easily share LAWPRO-related information with LinkedIn users. As well as giving us a corporate presence and the ability to post updates, we have customized… Read More »

Categories: 2013 December Cybercrime, Articles, Legal Technology, Social Media

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The offices of LAWPRO are located on the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, Anishnabeg, Chippewa, Haudenosaunee and Wendat peoples. Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 with the Mississaugas of the Credit. LAWPRO respects and acknowledges the histories, languages, knowledge systems, and cultures of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit nations.

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