by Mackesy Smye | Apr 29, 2013 | Publications
Punitive Damages in Motor Vehicle Litigation In McIntyre v. Grigg et al (2006) 83 O.R. (3d), 161, the Court of Appeal, for the first time, considered the issue of whether punitive damages were available in the context of a motor vehicle accident claim. I had the...
by Mackesy Smye | Apr 29, 2013 | Publications
Powers of Attorney A Power of Attorney for Property may save substantial time and money in the event of incapacity or an extended time away from home and is relatively inexpensive. The word Attorney in this context does not mean lawyer. A Power of Attorney for...
by Mackesy Smye | Apr 29, 2013 | Publications
Possessory Title The recent case of Clark v. Kwasney decided by Mr. Justice Reid here in Hamilton further emphasizes the difficulty of establishing “squatters’ rights”. Counsel (Bordin) was unable to convince their clients to settle and therefore the matter proceeded...
by Mackesy Smye | Apr 29, 2013 | Publications
Need of a Lawyer – Home Buying or Selling When you buy a home the first step is usually to sign an Agreement of Purchase and Sale. This agree ment outlines each person’s rights and obligations and sets out what must happen before final closing. As such, it is...
by Mackesy Smye | Apr 29, 2013 | Publications
Motor Vehicle Accident Claims If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident, there are a number of critical decisions that must be made. Who will care for you or your loved one upon release from the hospital? How do you access future...
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