October 2024 / 27 posts found
Fleets urged to step up crash investigation practices amid rising civil litigation risks
With the increasing frequency of civil litigation following crashes — including those involving commercial vehicles — Mike Hinsperger, a seasoned investigator with more than 30 years of experience currently with Frontline Commercial Vehicle Solutions, said evidence collection and scene management can protect drivers and fleets from civil suits. At the recent Fleet Safety Council conference in Brampton, Ont., Hinsperger shared what to prioritize while collecting evidence at crash scenes, from property damage to injury and fatality collisions. “You can’t use what you don’t have,” he said. Even property damage-only crashes have their risks despite often being treated like minor incidents. […]
The Use of Subpoenas in Family Law Litigation
In family law disputes, an amicable resolution is preferred for everyone’s emotional well-being. However, when a peaceful resolution isn’t possible, litigation involving a subpoena may ensue. But, the use of subpoenas can sometimes intensify conflict and complicate proceedings. Despite their potential to cause conflict, subpoenas may be necessary to reveal vital information, contributing to a more thorough resolution. When it comes to subpoenas, it is always a good idea to have an expert, such as attorney Shawna Woods, on your side. These professionals know the ins and outs of the legal system involving subpoenas and help you all along the […]
5 Tips to Keeping Your Sanity When Divorcing a Narcissist
Divorce is hard no matter the situation. It’s huge life change. Long held beliefs and expectations are shattered, and everything moving forward is going to be different from the life you know. If you have children, there is an additional level of angst, as you are still tied together and must learn to co-parent. These challenges get even more difficult and complicated when you are divorcing a narcissist. The first thing I want to say is, if you are divorcing a narcissist, please stop blaming yourself. Stop telling yourself “I should have known better.” Forgive yourself. Your narcissistic spouse was, and […]
4 Tips to Having Difficult Conversations With Your Ex
Having difficult conversations with your ex before, during, and even after a divorce can feel overwhelming, especially if problems communicating were a part of your life together. While it may seem like conflict is inevitable, using a few practical communication techniques can help create opportunities for collaboration, even when emotions like anger, hurt, or frustration are still a reality in the relationship. You can transform these challenging discussions into productive conversations by focusing on strategies like active listening, reframing, emotional regulation, and solution-focused conversations. Here are 4 tips to having difficult conversations with your ex: 1. The Power of […]
Legal tech company Alexi aims to create comprehensive AI toolbox for litigation
Artificial intelligence platform Alexi is launching a new suite of tools for legal document generation and analysis this week – the latest addition to what the company hopes will eventually become a comprehensive toolbox for litigators, Alexi CEO Mark Doble told Canadian Lawyer on Monday. “Most of the documents that you can think of that are generated or analyzed in the course of litigation – there will be some functionality for us to help,” Doble says, adding that the company plans to roll out several additional features over the coming year. “We want to build functionality for every single use case […]
Employment rights reforms ‘could cost UK businesses £5bn a year’ | Employment law
Employment rights reforms could cost businesses up to £5bn a year, according to the government’s own analysis, which also found the changes will benefit low-paid employees the most, with some shift workers potentially earning an extra £600 a year. In the analysis the government acknowledges that businesses will end up paying more, including for changes to sick pay, paternity leave and zero-hours contracts as well as on administrative costs. However, it found that many of the mental health and physical benefits to families and workers would save significant sums. Speaking in parliament before the bill’s second reading on Monday, the […]
Divorcing an Abusive Husband – What You Need to Know
Ending a marriage is never easy, but divorcing an abusive husband can make an already bad situation dangerous. This is why it is so crucial to think ahead before you act. By Tracy Achen, Divorce Coach There are many different forms of domestic abuse, including physical, emotional, verbal, and sexual abuse. Unfortunately, the abuse may escalate when the abuser senses he’s losing control over you. This is why it’s important to have an exit plan in place before you leave. At a minimum, have a list of emergency contacts, a pre-arranged safe place to go, and a bag packed with […]
Government announces increase in magistrates’ sentencing powers – again
The lord chancellor has announced that magistrates are to get enhanced sentencing powers, 18 months after the last government abandoned a similar initiative. Shabana Mahmood MP confirmed plans to allow magistrates to issue custodial sentences of up to 12 months for a single offence, up from six months. The government claims the move will save about 2,000 days in the Crown court and help drive down the record remand population, which stood at 17,000 prisoners in June. In March last year, the Conservative government dropped the enhanced powers handed to magistrates by then-lord chancellor Dominic Raab in 2022. Raab had been […]