Case Law
Ontario case law commentary
Plain-English notes on recent Ontario court decisions our team is watching. Each note links to the underlying CanLII decision and the practice area it touches — useful if you're researching your own situation or want to understand how Ontario courts are deciding cases like yours.
Can Ontario Suspend a Driver's Licence Obtained by Bribery?
Ontario's Licence Appeal Tribunal upheld a driver's licence suspension where the licence was fraudulently obtained through a bribery scheme. Here's what that means for drivers.
Read the noteCan Ontario LAT Extend the Two-Year Accident Benefits Deadline?
Missed the two-year LAT deadline for accident benefits? Learn what Ontario's Licence Appeal Tribunal decided about extending limitation periods for injury claims.
Read the noteCan You Appeal an Ignition Interlock Licence Condition in Ontario?
Ontario's Licence Appeal Tribunal ruled on whether a driver exercised due diligence over an ignition interlock condition. Learn what this means for your licence.
Read the noteCan a Refugee Claimant Sponsor Family Members to Canada?
A 2026 Federal Court ruling clarifies when immigration officers must assess family relationships in refugee-linked sponsorship cases. Learn what this means for you.
Read the noteCan a Partner Be Liable for Hiding Offers on a Shared Property in Ontario?
Ontario court finds a real estate partnership existed and a partner breached fiduciary duties by concealing offers. Learn what this means for property co-owners.
Read the noteCan a Permanent Resident Be Removed from Canada for Security Reasons?
A 2026 Federal Court ruling clarifies when permanent residents can face removal on security grounds. Learn what this means for your immigration status.
Read the noteCan a Lender Force You Out of Your Home in Ontario?
An Ontario court granted summary judgment allowing a lender to take possession of a mortgaged property after default. Learn what this means for homeowners facing power of sale.
Read the noteCan a Proof of Claim Be Expunged in Ontario Bankruptcy Proceedings?
Ontario court dismisses a motion to expunge a proof of claim in bankruptcy, clarifying when claims can be reduced and when set-off must wait for civil court.
Read the noteCan a Cottage Owner Claim a Right-of-Way in Ontario?
An Ontario court dismissed easement, necessity, and estoppel claims over a cottage trail. Learn what it takes to legally establish a right-of-way in Ontario.
Read the noteCan a Permanent Resident Be Removed from Canada for Criminality?
A 2026 Federal Court decision clarifies when permanent residents face removal for criminality. Learn what the law requires and how to protect your status.
Read the noteCan a Price-Fixing Class Action Be Certified Without Canadian Evidence?
An Ontario court refused to certify a price-fixing class action where there was no evidence the alleged conspiracy harmed Canadian purchasers. Here's what that means.
Read the noteCan a Refugee Claimant Be Excluded from Protection in Canada?
A Federal Court ruling clarifies when refugee claimants can be excluded from protection in Canada. Learn what this means for your immigration case.
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