An assignment is a sale transaction where the original buyer of a property (the “assignor”) allows another buyer (the “assignee”) to take over the buyer’s rights and obligations of the agreement of purchase and sale, before the original buyer closes on the property. There are many reasons why this type of transaction would take place. …

By Jasdeep Dhillon http://legal-solutions.ca/about/jasdeep-dhillon/ We have all heard the famous 1789 Benjamin Franklin quote “In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes”.  As morbid as that may sound we cannot deny the truth behind this quote, death is inevitable and taxes will be paid one way or another. It …

By Jasdeep Dhillonhttp://legal-solutions.ca/about/jasdeep-dhillon/ For the past month or so we have all been cooped up in our homes, enjoying work from home and spending more valuable time with our loved ones in self-quarantine. Or maybe not… According to Tyler Foggatt who wrote an article in The New Yorker last week covering Chinese city, Xi’an, the …

By Anna Okorokov What do you do if your employer insists on you coming into work? On March 23, 2020, the Government of Ontario released a list of 78 Essential Workplaces which are permitted to remain open during the state of emergency which has been declared for the Province of Ontario. All others must close …

Today, the Province of Ontario released a list of Essential Services which are permitted to continue operating during this current pandemic. Legal services have been deemed essential services and as such, we are embracing how we are operating in this new reality. Kesarwani Law Office continues to be open to serve your needs but we …

In light of the developing situation regarding the coronavirus, we wish to advise you of the measures Kesarwani Law Office is taking to safeguard the health and safety of our employees and clients while ensuring that we continue to provide business continuity and service. We are continuously monitoring ongoing developments, ensuring we are putting updated preventative measures …

By Anna Okorokov Starting January 1, 2020 a number of changes enacted by the Ministry of Attorney General will come into effect which will allow Plaintiffs an increase on monetary claims in select litigation proceedings. CHANGES AT SMALL CLAIMS COURT At present, the Small Claims Court maximum anyone can claim is $25,000. Next year, that …

Earlier this week, Ontario and the Alcohol and Gaming Commission held it’s second round lottery for cannabis retail dispensaries. Below are some additional comments to an earlier post we shared in regards to the AGCO’s first round of the cannabis retail lottery. The rules for the second round of retail cannabis lottery limited applicants compared …

It’s never too late to start thinking about your future and who you would want by your side taking care of your property and health, when you are incapable of doing so. Many more young Canadians are taking the steps to sign a POA while capable. The Substitute Decisions Act, 1992 is the statutory framework …

Dealing with estate matters can be very complicated and emotional. Coming to grips with the passing of a loved one and being the person responsible for the administration of the deceased person’s estate is no easy feat.  Fortunately, estate trustees can consult estate lawyers to help guide their decisions and duties under the will. When …