A recently introduced private members bill from Toronto MPP Mike Colle seeks to direct insurers to pay out claims for cases involving domestic violence. The Innocent Persons Insurance Recovery Act was introduced by Colle in the wake of a CBC investigation that exposed clauses found in some insurance company policies that nullify fire damage coverage …
Read MoreThe Ontario Superior Court of Justice recently considered the appropriate amount of damages to award in a divorce matter involving both invasion of privacy and domestic violence allegations. What Happened? The parties in question were married in September 2010, and had one child in October 2011. The wife left the husband in April 2012 and …
Read MoreYou don’t have to be particularly vulnerable to fall victim to a controlling spouse. While we often think that this only happens to those who are in an unstable place emotionally or who have low self-esteem, it can happen to anyone. A partner who seeks to control you is often a narcissist, and will always …
Read MoreWe’ve previously looked at the topic of restraining orders, which, in the context of family court, are orders that prohibit the contact that one party can have with another. A restraining order has to be requested by way of a motion, and the party seeking the order must provide affidavit evidence to substantiate the need …
Read MoreThe law provides that married people have the right to reside in the matrimonial home regardless of ownership until there is consent or Court Order otherwise. If you were to leave the home, you may be seen to have forfeited this right. If there are children involved, there may be significant consequences if you leave …
Read MoreThere has been an increase in awareness of spousal abuse in the past twenty years, triggering certain social and legal responses designed to help victims. This article will explain the resources available to those who are dealing with domestic violence issues, including shelters and counseling services, as well as your legal options. Where to Go: …
Read MoreMany people with controlling exes once had controlling spouses. In fact, that’s what landed many of them in a Toronto divorce lawyer’s office in the first place. Since you are either in the process of a divorce or you’re already on your own, it’s reasonable to expect your ex will back off. But what if …
Read MoreThousands of people are victims of family violence each year in Canada. The highest-risk group comprises people aged 25 to 34. Spousal violence is more likely to occur between ex-spouses and partners than it is with current partners; in fact, nearly one in five Canadians is the victim of abuse at the hands of an …
Read MoreDomestic violence is a serious issue and a serious crime. There is no particular crime for abusing your spouse, but crimes of assault, sexual assault, forcible confinement, making threats, or criminal harassment can be laid. The types of violence that are considered criminal are physical acts; psychological and emotional abuse are also extremely serious but …
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