Ontario Small Claims Court limit increasing to $50,000 – what it means for you
Big news for individuals and small businesses seeking justice without the high costs of Superior Court: as of October 1, 2025, the monetary limit for Ontario’s Small Claims Court will increase from $35,000 to $50,000.
What to do if your insurance claim is denied
Receiving a denial letter from your insurance company can be frustrating and overwhelming, especially when you’ve been paying premiums expecting protection when you need it most. Whether it’s a life insurance policy, disability claim, home insurance, or other coverage, it’s important to know that a denied claim doesn’t always mean the end of the road.
4 Essential legal services for artists
This blog will cover four essential legal topics that should be on every artist's radar. Whether you're an emerging talent or a seasoned professional, getting acquainted with these key legal services can spare you from a tangle of complications in the future.
No limitation period to launching a sexual assault lawsuit
While most civil suits in Ontario have a limitation period of 2 years, amendments came into force in 2016 that carved out an exception for sexual assault claims, such that there is no limitation period, giving victims more protection since many need time to come forward with their claims.
Cyber defamation fallout: toronto man faces 4.7m damages
On June 27, Tanvir Farid, a Toronto man, found himself ordered to pay $4.7 million in damages to 53 plaintiffs in a case marking Canada’s largest defamation award.
Innocent online connection turned into a nightmare of cyber stalking and online harassment?
Read on to learn more about the emerging legal protections against online harassment and what you can do to safeguard your digital well-being.
Novel tort of intrusion upon seclusion
Jones v. Tsige, a 2012 landmark decision in Canadian privacy law, set a precedent that recognizes the tort of intrusion upon seclusion. The Court's decision laid down a framework for the intrusion upon seclusion tort, identifying three crucial elements for its establishment.