4 articles found for Lawsuits & Disputes in Canada

Strict deadlines: Most Canadian provinces enforce a strict two-year limitation period from the date of injury to file a formal lawsuit. Settlements dominate: The vast majority of Canadian personal injury...

Jurisdiction depends on habitual residence: Canadian courts prioritize where the child has established their everyday life, regardless of the parents' citizenship or immigration status. Unilateral relocation is illegal: Moving a...

Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce in Ontario: Expat Legal Fees and Cross-Border Mistakes Residency comes first: At least one spouse must have lived in Ontario for a full year before filing...

The financial limit for filing a lawsuit in Ontario Small Claims Court is $35,000 CAD, excluding interest and court costs. Plaintiffs generally have exactly two years from the date the...