What is the difference between common law and statute law?
WEBMay 12, 2022 — Common law is law based on precedent: previous decisions made by other judges in similar cases. Statute refers to laws written by legislative bodies such as Parliament. In Quebec, the civil law system is primarily based on statute. The Civil Code of Quebec “governs persons, relations between persons, …
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Basics of Canadian Tort Law for Personal Injury Cases
WEBMar 5, 2024 — The primary purpose of tort law is to remedy the wrong done by the offender. Because we cannot bring back the previous situation of the injured party before the injury, the most appropriate remedy for them is to be compensated by the offender. Another purpose of tort law is to discourage harmful and negligent acts.
The best law schools in Ontario, Canada | Canadian Lawyer
WEBOct 26, 2023 — Know more about the different law schools in Ontario, Canada, including the different programs they offer and how to apply to these faculties of law
What the law says about powers of attorney and wills
WEBJan 24, 2024 — Powers of attorney and wills are legal documents that set out a person’s wishes and preferences about their health and property. These documents become legally binding when executed according to Canadian laws. Certain requirements must be followed, such as its form and the capacity of the person executing it.
Important Canadian Law School Requirements
WEBOct 26, 2023 — Undergraduate Degree Grade Point Average (GPA) Law School Admission Test (LSAT) Letters of Recommendation or References Personal Statement Transcripts These requirements may vary in every law school. That’s why it’s important to check with the admissions page of the law school you’re interested in. This article only covers the Juris Doctor (JD) program. The Master of Laws (LLM) and other ...
All About WCB Injury Payouts in Canada | Canadian Lawyer
WEBNov 9, 2023 — Premiums paid by the employers are collectively used for the payment of WCB injury payouts and other employee benefits. The goal of WCB injury payouts in Canada and other benefits is to help the employee return to work safely. It may be medical, or any other kind of support, as approved by the laws on workers’ compensation.
Why Ecojustice intervened in favour of environmental legislation …
WEBNov 16, 2023 — This month, two different courts have been hearing two different cases from two different provinces in two different regions of the country. But one common element links these cases enough for one intervener to get involved. Claims of environmentally related constructive taking – or de facto expropriation – drove Ecojustice Canada Society to participate as an environmental defender and a ...
Wills and estates law in Canada: the basics | Canadian Lawyer
WEBNov 9, 2023 — Wills and estates laws regulate the transfer of properties from one person to another and all the other incidents of such process. It includes testamentary validities of wills, intestate succession, and successional rights of heirs. The laws also provide for the duties of an executor or an administrator.
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