With all the condominium and construction developments going on in the Greater Toronto Area (and beyond), neighbouring property owners are often approached by a developer who wants to enter into a “Tieback and Crane Swing Agreement” with them, also known as a Construction License Agreement. These types of agreements give permission to the developer to […]
The Pandemic’s Effect On Employers, Employees, Landlords & Tenants
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a dramatic effect on many industries, companies and employees. Initially, the government shutdown impacted many industries unless they were considered essential services. This resulted in many companies being unable to carry on their normal business. Many had to close entirely. It was not known whether the closures would be temporary, […]
Wrongful Dismissal Settlement
Fired Durham employee Joel Nicholson has reached a settlement with the region for his wrongful dismissal over an innocent mistake in the way he collected back rent from social housing tenants. Nicholson, who was seeking about $3.2 million in damages, couldn’t comment on the terms of the confidential agreement, reached almost two years after his […]