Understanding Provincial Offenses in Ontario
Although provincial offenses are non-criminal, a conviction can still have significant consequences. In this guide, we'll delve deep into...
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AJ Murray Legal Services P.C. Blog
- Oct 23
- 4 min
Navigating Small Claims Court
Navigating the legal landscape can be daunting, especially when it comes to the Small Claims Court. In Ontario, like other parts of...
- Sep 21
- 3 min
Delays at the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB)
As a paralegal who advocates for both landlords and tenants at the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB), it's important to address concerns...
- Aug 25
- 2 min
Appealing a Muzzle Order: What You need to Know.
Having your dog ordered to be muzzled and leashed at all times while outdoors is no fun for you or your pooch. If you find yourself in...
- Aug 24
- 1 min
New Employment Opportunity: Litigation Associate - Ottawa, ON (Hybrid) | AJ Murray Legal Services
AJ Murray Legal Services P.C. is a reputable legal firm with a presence in Ottawa, ON, and additional offices in Hamilton and Toronto....
- Aug 13
- 2 min
“Smart Home” Savings Scams: A New Take on the Classic Water Heater Scam
With the rise of popular discussions around issues of clean energy, some shady companies have capitalized on the trend by using it as a...
- Jun 22
- 3 min
Quarantine Ticket Trials Two Years Later
In January, I wrote an article about the Quarantine Act and the tickets given under it. Since then, we have represented several...
- Mar 14
- 3 min
Fines, Insurance, and Demerit Points — What Will They Really Cost You?
One of the primary concerns clients have when they call about a ticket is how they can reduce the amount they will have to pay overall....
- Mar 1
- 2 min
Understanding Legal Costs in Small Claims Court
One major concern for several litigants is the costs involved in bringing a matter before the court. Choosing the Right Court Division...
- Feb 1
- 3 min
Employment Standards Claim or Human Rights Application: Which one should you file?
You have made an Employment Standards Claim through the Ministry of Labour and you are now told that you cannot pursue your case through...
- Jan 31
- 3 min
Landlord's Notice of Entry: What Landlords Need to Know
As a landlord, it's important to understand your rights and responsibilities when it comes to entering your rental property. This...
- Jan 15
- 4 min
What’s Going on with Quarantine Act Tickets?
Mandatory Quarantine You may be one of the unlucky few who, whether you were tired, frustrated, broke or confused, ended up with a ticket...
- Aug 1, 2022
- 2 min
One Common Mistake Landlords Should Avoid
Landlords across Ontario continue to suffer financially and psychologically because they are unable to expeditiously remove bad tenants...
- Jun 1, 2022
- 2 min
So You Think You Have A Slam-Dunk Case! Consider This Before You Sue
One main consideration that people often fail to really think about when deciding whether to sue is whether they will be able to collect...
- Jun 1, 2021
- 2 min
Harsher Penalties: Traffic Offences And COVID-19
There is no doubt that traffic offences have been on the increase since COVID-19. Although the open road with less traffic may seem...
- Mar 1, 2021
- 2 min
Human Rights Applications - Are These Now Just A Waste Of Time?
The answer to this very question is often answered with a shrug, or the comment “why bother” or perhaps, “I’ll just let it go. It's just...
- Jan 25, 2021
- 2 min
Pause On Residential Evictions Again! Some Questions Answered (FAQs)
The Order pausing residential evictions occurred yesterday, January 14, 2021. There have been numerous questions coming from both...
- Dec 2, 2020
- 3 min
Mass Evictions: Are The Recent Changes To The Laws Governing Residential Landlord And Tenant Matters
Some sections of Bill 184, Protecting Tenants and Strengthening Community Housing Act, 2020, took immediate effect when it received Royal...
- Oct 1, 2020
- 2 min
Delays At The LTB: How A Paralegal Can Help
The delays at the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) has been a topic of great concern for many affected parties for quite some time. Prior...
- Oct 1, 2019
- 3 min
Landlords Using Loophole To Evict Tenants
A loophole in the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) allows Ontario landlords to evict tenants by simply claiming their units are needed to...
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