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| May 26, 2026
In the landmark SCC decision in Ahluwalia, 9 judges could not agree. While 5 formed the majority and 3 dissented, Justice Karakatsanis charts her own independent course – agreeing with... Continue Reading...
| May 22, 2026
Below I answer these 8 questions: 1. What is the new law 2. What must a victim prove 3. How can a victim prove her injuries 4. How will judges... Continue Reading...
| May 6, 2026
In Ontario, there is no limitation period for a civil proceeding based on an assault where, at the time of the assault, either the parties had an intimate relationship or... Continue Reading...
| April 15, 2026
Despite the ground-breaking case of Ahluwalia v Ahluwalia, 2023 ONCA 476, headed for re-consideration by the Supreme Court of Canada, victims of family violence are still collecting compensation for the... Continue Reading...
| February 12, 2026
When spouses separate, allegations of family violence can heavily influence decisions regarding parenting arrangements, spousal support, and even property division. It is critical for spouses navigating family law proceedings to... Continue Reading...
| September 15, 2025
In the case of S.C. v. M.S., 2024 ONCJ 371 (CanLII), Justice Daudlin heard a trial on parenting for the parties’ 10-year-old daughter. The mother asked for an order that the father only see... Continue Reading...
| August 18, 2025
In the digital age, social media has become a battleground for high-conflict divorces. Courts are increasingly faced with cases where one party uses online platforms to disparage, harass or intimidate... Continue Reading...