If you're facing criminal charges in Toronto or the GTA, the bail decision often feels like the most pressing concern right away. It decides whether you'll wait for your case at home with your family, job, and routine intact or remain in custody amid uncertainty...
Under the Criminal Code, a person charged with failure to stop at the scene of an accident may face a penalty of up to 10 years in prison following a conviction for an indictable offence, or up to two years in jail and a fine...
Canada has strict laws governing the ownership and possession of firearms. These laws require most individuals to obtain licences to lawfully possess firearms, including restricted or prohibited firearms. However, the law also disqualifies some categories of persons from obtaining the required gun licences. Who is Ineligible...
In Ontario, all drivers must have a valid driver's licence issued by the provincial government or the jurisdiction where the driver resides. Driving without a licence constitutes a traffic offence that may carry significant penalties, including fines, potential incarceration, and increased insurance costs. What is Driving...
Have the police arrested you on suspicion of committing an assault with a weapon in Canada? If so, get dedicated legal representation to defend yourself against your charges. Contact Posner Craig Stein LLP today for an initial case evaluation to learn more about assault with...
Solicitor-client privilege is one of the cornerstones of a healthy and productive lawyer-client relationship. Canadian law also establishes solicitor-client privilege as a fundamental legal right. Yet, what is solicitor-client privilege? How does the law protect you, and how do you know what type of communication...
Canada legalized cannabis possession and recreational consumption through the Cannabis Act in 2018. The groundbreaking legislation made Canada one of the first industrialized countries in the world to embrace regulated cannabis access and move away from prohibitive drug-policy measures. While the Cannabis Act legalized cannabis use for...
Being charged with a DUI can have lasting consequences on your driving record and other aspects of your life. But how long should you expect a DUI conviction to remain on your record if you live in Ontario? And what impact can this have on...
Nurses working in Ontario must follow regulations and patient care standards set by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). If an employer or someone from the public complains about the care a nurse provided, the CNO will investigate the incident, which could lead to...
Suddenly finding yourself on the wrong side of the law can be frightening. A regulatory offence can significantly change your life and impact your finances, reputation, and possibly your freedom. Compounding matters is the complicated legal jargon being thrown at you. You may find yourself...
How does Canada view freedom of speech? Let our team ( criminal lawyer Toronto ) explain this in detail. Canada regards freedom of speech as a fundamental right and an essential component in a free and democratic society. While this right is protected under the...
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a common phrase we know from American television. But in Canada, a DUI is known as ‘Impaired Driving by Alcohol or Drug,’ or ‘Over 80’ (meaning your blood alcohol level is over the legal limit). You can be found to...
