Publications

Kelly Santini LLP, Ontario, March 23, 2026 – In Crete et al. v. Ottawa Community Housing Corporation et al., the court determined whether it was the tenant or the landlord’s responsibility to clear ice from the front doorsteps of a rented Ottawa Community Housing Corporation (OCHC) property.[1] Superior Court of Justice The plaintiffs in the case, a mother and son who were OCHC...

CBM LLP, Fillmore Riley LLP, Kelly Santini LLP, Stein Monast, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, December 11, 2025 – What really happens when an insurer discovers a misrepresentation after a policy is issued or a claim is filed? What’s the impact if the insurer takes action before properly considering its rights? This Risk Management Counsel of Canada (RMC) webinar examines three key risks currently shaping insurance coverage and litigation decisions across the country. Click...

Kelly Santini LLP, Ontario, April 15, 2025 – When commencing a lawsuit in Ontario, litigation fees may appear intimidating to the party initiating the claim. Rule 76 of the Rules of Civil Procedure outlines the Simplified Procedure process that makes litigation more cost-effective by restricting or eliminating specific civil procedures.[1] If your claim is for $200,000 or less then the Rules mandate that...

Cox & Palmer, Kelly Santini LLP, SVR Lawyers, Alberta, New Brunswick, Ontario, September 26, 2024 – Settlement offers play a critical role in every disputed file. But what are the most effective strategies for making and responding to them? And what are the consequences of getting it wrong? In this webinar, our panel offer valuable insights into the art of crafting and responding to settlement offers, including when and how to...