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Northern Exposure

Northern Exposure: Employment law for U.S. companies with employees in Canada: By attorneys at Fasken Martineau law firm

http://employmentlawpost.com/northernexposure

Nov 25
Employers on their own for compliance with health and safety order

Employers on their own for compliance with health and safety order

by Rosalind H. Cooper
Nov 18
Pre-resignation training costs not recoverable

Pre-resignation training costs not recoverable

by Jennifer Shepherd Can Canadian employers who require employees to undergo training to upgrade their skills as part of their employment then seek reimbursement from the employee if the employee subsequently resigns?
Nov 11
Indefinite protection for federal employee disabled by work-related injury

Indefinite protection for federal employee disabled by work-related injury

by Nicola Sutton When the employment relationship becomes impossible to perform because of a factor outside the control of a Canadian employer or employee, the employee’s employment can be terminated by virtue of frustration of contract.…

Rank this Week: 1564

Off the Shelf - The Osgood Hall…

Off the Shelf - The Osgood Hall Law School Library Blog

Covers developments in legal information and legal information technologies for research and practice.

http://libblog.osgoode.yorku.ca

Jun 19
GitHub: Where Law Meets Technology?

GitHub: Where Law Meets Technology?

It’s likely that many of you are not familiar with GitHub the collaborative management platform used by many open source software developers. This is a place where the open source coding community share, review and develop…
Jun 17
Recent Acquisitions, June 10 – June 14, 2013

Recent Acquisitions, June 10 – June 14, 2013

7 new acquisitions in Osgoode Hall Law School Library, including 3 from 2013: The government and the economy, 1783-1861 Goodrich, Carter, 1897-1971 HD 3616 U46 G68 1967 The government and the economy, 1783-1861 / edited by Carter Goodrich.…
Jun 12
Punctuation – it DOES matter

Punctuation – it DOES matter

The following is an extended passage taken from the wonderfully cranky and pedantic book The King’s English by the wonderfully cranky and pedantic Kingsley Amis. Intended as a highly subjective and opinionated “guide to…

Rank this Week: 4971

Ontario Condo Law Blog

Covers recent trends, court decisions, and condo-related news. By Gardiner Miller Arnold LLP.

http://www.ontariocondolaw.com/

May 22
GMA Condo Alert! (Spring 2013 edition)

GMA Condo Alert! (Spring 2013 edition)

The spring edition of our quarterly newsletter was distributed to over 500 attendees of the bi-annual Condo Conference and Tradeshow held April 27 in Hamilton. Hats off to the Golden Horsehoe Chapter of the…
May 14
Time to abolish the owner-occupied director position

Time to abolish the owner-occupied director position

It is rare for us at Ontario Condo Law Blog to beat up on an underdog, but the owner-occupied reserved position on condo boards is decidedly worthy of that honour. That reserved position (set out in the Condominium Act, 1998, subsections…
May 10
Another cause of owner ignorance: Lousy condo doc package

Another cause of owner ignorance: Lousy condo doc package

Those of us who work with condo corporations often grumble that unit owners have no appreciable knowledge or understanding of the declaration, by-laws or rules that govern their condominium. Indeed, if you ask any 100 (or 1,000 or…

Rank this Week: 2170

Ontario Family Law Blog

Covers family law and collaborative team practice issues. By Galbraith Family Law.

http://www.ontariofamilylawblog.com

Jun 5
Technology and Family Law Conference

Technology and Family Law Conference

I am honoured to be presenting at the Technology and Family Law Conference live web cast which will be aired on Wednesday June 12, 2013 from 12 noon until 1:30 pm. This is hosted by the Law Society of Upper…
May 24
Wiping Away Credit Debt After a Financially Messy Divorce

Wiping Away Credit Debt After a Financially Messy Divorce

The total amount of revolving debt in Canada is more than $600 billion, and that doesn't include secured debt, like mortgages and car loans. When you carry a chunk of this debt on top of the expenses and difficulty of a divorce, you're…
Apr 19
Children and Divorce - How You Can Help Your Child Adjust

Children and Divorce - How You Can Help Your Child Adjust

A child of divorce writes on how to help your child during divorce. What better source? Thanks to Melissa Farrell a freelance writer who lives in Kansas for her insights. Speaking as a child of divorce, every situation is…

Rank this Week: 4116

Ontario Personal Bankruptcy Blog

Answers questions about personal bankruptcy in Ontario, Canada.

http://www.bankruptcy-ontario.org/

Nov 2
Bankruptcy Statistics: Ontario Consumers Not Recovering

Bankruptcy Statistics: Ontario Consumers Not Recovering

The number of consumer insolvencies in Ontario in August 2012 rose 4% compared to July according to statistics released by the Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy Canada. Bankruptcies were up 1% and consumer proposals were up 7%.…
Oct 22
Right to travel in case of bankruptcy

Right to travel in case of bankruptcy

Question: I am an Ontario resident, Do I have the right to travel out of Canada if I go bankrupt? Is there any risk when I come back? I am I going to be arrested? Answer: Bankruptcy is not a criminal offense. If you file bankruptcy in…
Oct 15
Ex spouse considering bankruptcy

Ex spouse considering bankruptcy

Question: I have been separated from my husband for 6 years this October. I purchased my own home and he co-signed to help me get approved as I was only working part-time. I am on the joint title of our matrimonial home which he lives in. I…

Rank this Week: 2649

Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure…

Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure Blog

Covers how the new Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure are being interpreted and applied in recent cases. By Fraser Milner Casgrain LLP.

Nov 24
George Weston Limited v. Domtar Inc.; 1318214 Ontario Limited v. Sobeys Capital Incorporated, 2012 ONSC 5001, (S.C.J.) (Rule 20 – summary judgment)

George Weston Limited v. Domtar Inc.; 1318214 Ontario Limited v. Sobeys Capital Incorporated, 2012 ONSC 5001, (S.C.J.) (Rule 20 – summary judgment)

Judgment Released: September 3, 2012 Link to Judgment Following the Ontario Court of Appeal’s decision in Combined Air Mechanical Services Inc. (summarized on this Blog), in two separate cases, the Court dealt with a motion to strike a…
Nov 24
Precious Metal Capital Corp. v. Smith, 2012 ONCA 298 (Rule 20 – summary judgment)

Precious Metal Capital Corp. v. Smith, 2012 ONCA 298 (Rule 20 – summary judgment)

Judgment Released: May 8, 2012 Link to Judgment The Ontario Court of Appeal dealt with an appeal where summary judgment had been granted by the Court below, prior to the release of Combined Air. The OCA noted that the Court in Combined…
Nov 24
2186080 Ontario Inc. v. 1009558 Ontario Limited, 2012 ONSC 2593 (Div. Ct.) (Rule 1.04 – proportionality)

2186080 Ontario Inc. v. 1009558 Ontario Limited, 2012 ONSC 2593 (Div. Ct.) (Rule 1.04 – proportionality)

Judgment Released: April 30, 2012 Link to Judgment The Divisional Court denied leave to appeal the decision of a Superior Court decision where the Judge denied a motion for a further and better affidavit of documents. The Superior Court…

Rank this Week: 1088

Ottawa Divorce Blog

Covers family law, child custody, child & spousal support, and property division. By Jeffrey Behrendt.

http://www.ottawadivorce.com/blog

Jun 21
The End of No-Fault Divorce? The Leskun Case

The End of No-Fault Divorce? The Leskun Case

The Supreme Court released the Leskun decision today: http://www.scc-csc.gc.ca/judgments/2006scc025.htm At issue was the interplay between fault and spousal support. Ms Leskun argued that support should not be reduced as, 8 years after the…
Apr 26
Unwed Fathers’ Rights and Responsibilitie

Unwed Fathers’ Rights and Responsibilitie

In her comments on my post about the so-called Roe v. Wade case for men, Jenny raises a number of interesting questions about what rights and responsibilities an unwed father in Canada has in regards to his unborn children when he is no…
Apr 2
Non-Recurring Income

Non-Recurring Income

Most people involved in a family law case in Canada know that the amount of spousal support or child support that must be paid is based on income. However, income for family law purposes is not the same as income for income tax purposes. The…

Rank this Week: 2399

PanCanadian Immigration Law Group

Covers the process of immigrating to Canada.

http://immigrationcanada.pro/blog/

Jun 17
Spousal Sponsors Must Provide “Adequate Care and Support” For Foreign Spouse

Spousal Sponsors Must Provide “Adequate Care and Support” For Foreign Spouse

For many individuals who wish to immigrate to Canada, there are minimum income or asset requirements that will determine whether an applicant is successful or not. These requirements are quite apart from the educational, work…
May 30
How Your Dependent Child Can Get An Open Work Permit

How Your Dependent Child Can Get An Open Work Permit

Recently, an individual contacted me who was quite upset. She and her husband and her nineteen year old son are in Alberta. They are from a foreign country and the husband is working in Alberta on a work permit as a construction…
May 18
Finally! The Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Program Will Re-Open – But With A Twist

Finally! The Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Program Will Re-Open – But With A Twist

As many of you are painfully aware, the sponsorship program for parents and grandparents has been suspended since November 2011. That’s right – since 2011 Citizenship and Immigration Canada have not been accepting sponsorship…

Rank this Week: 1152

Perspectives from a…

Perspectives from a Mediator/Arbitrator

Covers current trends and ideas in the areas of ADR and mediation. By Stephen Raymond.

http://raymonddisputeresolution.blogspot.com/

Sep 22
Why no blogging Steve?

Why no blogging Steve?

I have been asked this question over and over again. I thought I would try to answer it. There are a couple of things stopping me from blogging. The first is time. I do not seem to have any extra. From arbitrating or mediating almost…
Feb 18
Baseball Arbitrator

Baseball Arbitrator

I am indebted to http://www.baseballmusings.com/ for bringing the following to my attention. I expect that there is (or should be) a good book out there all about the arbitrators in baseball history.
Sep 17
The Election and Proportional Representation

The Election and Proportional Representation

The Ontario Provincial Election is now underway. The election of a government is very important. However, perhaps even more important is a referendum on proportional representation. I have to admit that I have always been a fan of the…

Rank this Week: 2554

PSW Law Blog

Covers civil litigation, family law and contracts. By Pei-Shing Wang.

http://pswlaw.ca/blog/

Jun 9
Out of the Office

Out of the Office

Please note: I will be out of the office until June 20, 2013. For emergencies please call my office at 416.433.5531. Licensed paralegal Mr Gaudet will arrange for counsel if needed. Pei-Shing Wang
May 29
Financial Disclosure? I Don’t Have It…

Financial Disclosure? I Don’t Have It…

Toronto Family Law Lawyer Pei-Shing B. Wang One fundamental requirement in dealing with family law matters is that both spouses must make full complete disclosure relating to their financial circumstances before the issues of support and…
May 15
Collaborative Family Law Series: The Role of The Mental Health and Communications Professional

Collaborative Family Law Series: The Role of The Mental Health and Communications Professional

In this latest installment of the series, we take a look at the role of mental health and communications professions. The mental health and communications professionals are not necessarily a psychologist or a psychiatrist. Often, they are…

Rank this Week: 1143

Queen's Law Life

Resources and personal experiences for students interested in law school.

http://queenslaw.blogspot.com/

Jun 20
Congratulations to the Class of 2010!

Congratulations to the Class of 2010!

I've recently received some emails from students who have been accepted into the Class of 2010. Congrats! For those of you who were accepted into multiple law schools, it is now time to decide which best suits your personality and career…
May 3
Sayonara Kingston

Sayonara Kingston

This past month has been crazy. Another class of Queen's Law grads is about to be unleashed onto the world. Our final set of exams has been written, our final papers have been submitted, our final keggers have been savored, etc.To an extent,…
Mar 26
"Law school is a pie-eating contest ..."

"Law school is a pie-eating contest ..."

The Montreal Gazette published an article about the law schools in Quebec. It seems like the process there is pretty much the same as the process in Ontario.First, beginning in February, there is a flood of student job applications at the top…

Rank this Week: 2250

Renvoi: Lex Situs Conflictus

Covers Canadian conflict of laws. By Seva Batkin.

http://renvoi.wordpress.com

Jan 19
The (Near) Death of Chaining

The (Near) Death of Chaining

Chaining foreign judgments is a practice of registering foreign judgments from jurisdiction to jurisdiction until you get to one that has a reciprocal enforcement of judgments relationships with your home province. Until very recently, I…
Jan 19
The (Near) Death of Chaining

The (Near) Death of Chaining

Chaining foreign judgments is a practice of registering foreign judgments from jurisdiction to jurisdiction until you get to one that has a reciprocal enforcement of judgments relationships with your home province. Until very recently, I…
Jan 19
Call of Duty

Call of Duty

No, this post is not about a poppular video game, or an upcoming inaugruation. Rather, it is about yours truly joining the very distinguished ranks of the legal profession. Thank you, Seva Batkin Barrister and Solicitor.

Rank this Week: 1998

Res Ipsa Loquitur

Covers civil litigation, insurance, technology and other topics of interest to Canadian legal practitioners. By Pamela Pengelley.

http://canadianlaw.wordpress.com

Apr 21
And the Winner is….

And the Winner is….

OTTAWA! Congratulations! All the hard work paid off. This success was well deserved.
Apr 21
Willem C. Vis Moot 2011 - Top 2 Team

Willem C. Vis Moot 2011 - Top 2 Team

Ottawa and. Montevideo!!!!! Wow!!!
Apr 20
Willem C. Vis Moot - 2011 Pic

Willem C. Vis Moot - 2011 Pic

Some Memorable Moot Moment

Rank this Week: 2090

Rights & Remedies

Covers your legal rights and remedies when you can't afford a lawyer. By Shannon Salter.

http://rightsandremedies.blogspot.com/

Aug 22
Pro Bono Going Public 2011: Free Legal Advice Clinics in Vancouver, Victoria and Kelowna

Pro Bono Going Public 2011: Free Legal Advice Clinics in Vancouver, Victoria and Kelowna

This September, Access Pro Bono is hosting Pro Bono Going Public 2011, an advice-a-thon in which volunteer lawyers offer free legal advice to low and modest-income individuals in Vancouver, Victoria and Kelowna. The event is also a…
May 5
Avoid Court Costs with Free (and Low Cost) Online Mediation

Avoid Court Costs with Free (and Low Cost) Online Mediation

On Slaw.ca, David Bilinsky writes about two new mediation pilot projects in British Columbia; one for family law matters and one for civil matters where the contested amount is relatively low. What makes these projects unique is that they…
Apr 16
Harper's Flank Attack on the Charter

Harper's Flank Attack on the Charter

Twenty-nine years ago, on April 17th, 1982, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms was entrenched as part of Canada’s constitution. Though not yet thirty, my research suggests the Charter’s glory days may already be gone. The number of…

Rank this Week: 1960

RSS Canadian Immigration News

Features information and research related to immigration to Canada. By Robinson Sheppard Shapiro.

http://www.rsscanadaimmigration.com/en/blog/

Oct 9
Listed in the 2010 Edition of the Best Lawyers in Canada

Listed in the 2010 Edition of the Best Lawyers in Canada

I am pleased to announce that Mr. Stephane Duval, Partner and Chair of the Immigration Department of RSS, has been named to BEST LAWYERS IN CANADA.Best Lawyers in Canada, the premier rating organization for attorneys in Canada, has just…
Jul 17
New Canadian Visa Requirement

New Canadian Visa Requirement

Beginning on July 14, 2009, Czech and Mexican nationals require a passport visa to travel to Canada, Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney announced For the first 48 hours, such citizens may apply for entry on…
Jul 2
Canadian Immigration Officials Consider Czech Visa Reinstatement

Canadian Immigration Officials Consider Czech Visa Reinstatement

Citizenship and Immigration Canada recently removed the passport visa requirement for Czech nationals visiting Canada. This meant that such individuals became eligible to seek admission at a Canadian port of entry without first seeking a…

Rank this Week: 2095

Rule of Law

Covers British Columbia wills, trusts and estates law, elder law and estate litigation. By Stan Rule.

http://rulelaw.blogspot.com/

Jun 15
When is a Gift Not a Gift?

When is a Gift Not a Gift?

Law can be subtle. The same word can mean different things in different contexts.The National Foundation for Christian Leadership (“NFCL”) is a registered as a charity in Canadathat provides bursaries and scholarships to students…
Jun 9
Consultation on Testamentary Trust Tax Hike Open Until December 2, 2013

Consultation on Testamentary Trust Tax Hike Open Until December 2, 2013

The Department of Finance has announced that the consultation on proposed changes to the way income earned in trusts created in wills are taxed is open until December 2, 2013. Currently, testamentary trusts are taxed the same way as…
Jun 2
Does the Writing in Reasons for Judgment Have to be Original?

Does the Writing in Reasons for Judgment Have to be Original?

In a complex medical negligence case, Cojocaru v. BritishColumbia Women’s Hospital and Health Center, 2011 BCCA 192, the majority of the British Columbia Court of Appeal ordered a new trial on the basis that the trial judge copied large…

Rank this Week: 1586

Saxe Envirolaw News

Features environmental law updates on climate change, compliance, and pesticides. By Dianne Saxe.

http://envirolaw.com

Jun 19
How many more people will pack into the Golden Horseshoe?

How many more people will pack into the Golden Horseshoe?

Ontario has adopted the latest update of its Greater Golden Horseshoe Growth Plan, from now until 2041. The Greater Golden Horseshoe is one of the fastest growing regions in North America. By 2031, the population of this area is forecast…
Jun 18
More on that rare tree victory

More on that rare tree victory

Mature trees add beauty and character to any neighbourhood, while providing shade in the summer, wildlife habitat and cleaner air. As climate change makes our summers more sweltering, trees are becoming more important than ever. Considering…
Jun 17
Endangered Species Act: permit by rule going ahead

Endangered Species Act: permit by rule going ahead

If the activities are well chosen and the rules are well designed, a registration/permit by rule system makes routine permits faster, more predictable and more uniform, without reducing species protection.Endangered Species Act: permit by…

Rank this Week: 294

SBH Lawyers Blog

Covers Canadian employment and labour law. By Stringer Brisbin Humphrey.

http://www.sbhlawyers.com/blog

Nov 19
Appeal Court Clarifies “Foreseeability” as Element of OHS Due Diligence

Appeal Court Clarifies “Foreseeability” as Element of OHS Due Diligence

Employers charged with violating the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act) can escape conviction by proving they exercised due diligence, often referred to as the “due diligence defence”. When assessing whether an employer has…
Nov 18
Director sentenced to jail time for failure to pay wages under the ESA

Director sentenced to jail time for failure to pay wages under the ESA

In a recent decision, the Ontario Court of Justice sentenced the director of six Ontario companies, Steven Blondin, to 90 days in jail for failing to pay wages to employees.
Nov 7
The Human Rights Tribunal Says “No” to Forum Shopping

The Human Rights Tribunal Says “No” to Forum Shopping

It has been a year since the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision in British Columbia (Workers' Compensation Board) v. Figliola (“Figliola”). In Figliola, the Supreme Court stated that human rights complaints should not be relitigated…

Rank this Week: 1806

Securities Mining Law

Covers securities law affecting the mining industry in Canada.

http://www.securitiesmininglaw.com/

May 24
Accessing Asian Capital by Canadian Companies – the case for listing in Hong Kong

Accessing Asian Capital by Canadian Companies – the case for listing in Hong Kong

Why Hong Kong Michael Chan, Assistant Vice President of the Global Markets Division of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (“HKEx”), was recently in Canada, visiting Calgary, Toronto and Vancouver and delivering a presentation entitled…
May 10
Canada to Strengthen its Laws Against Bribery of Foreign Public Official

Canada to Strengthen its Laws Against Bribery of Foreign Public Official

Mining and exploration companies with projects in developing nations should take note that an amendment to the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (CFPOA) has been approved by the Senate and is currently before the House of Commons. Bill S-14…
May 10
New Bill Heightens Potential for More Investment Canada Reviews of SOE Acquisition

New Bill Heightens Potential for More Investment Canada Reviews of SOE Acquisition

Last week the Canadian Government introduced amendments to the Investment Canada Act (ICA) to implement its revised policy towards state-owned enterprises (SOEs) which it announced in December last year. At that time, while it approved the…

Rank this Week: 3680

Covers child abuse, clergy abuse, doctor sexual abuse, priest abuse, prison abuse, teacher sexual abuse, and other sexual abuse topics. By Halifax, Nova Scotia sexual abuse lawyers, Arnold, Pizzo & McKiggan.

http://www.sexualabuseclaimsblog.com/

May 10
Brown v. Canada: Court Puts Brakes on Aboriginal Class Action

Brown v. Canada: Court Puts Brakes on Aboriginal Class Action

For close to twenty years I have had the privilege of representing Nora Bernard and the survivors of the Shubenacadie Indian Residential School. I was a member of the steering committee that negotiated the landmark National Indian Residential…
May 9
Are Pedophiles born that way?

Are Pedophiles born that way?

As a sexual abuse claims lawyer I have learned more than I want to about the deviancies that cause adults to prey on children. New research coming out of the University of Toronto suggests that Pedophilia may be the result of predisposed…
May 1
N.S. Colored Home Settles Abuse Class Action: But no apology

N.S. Colored Home Settles Abuse Class Action: But no apology

Proposed Settlement in Class Action The Chronicle Herald reported last week that a class action launched by former residents of the Nova Scotia Home for Colored Children has been settled for $5,000,000. According to the media reports,…

Rank this Week: 2700

Shaunna Mireau on Canadian Legal…

Shaunna Mireau on Canadian Legal Research

Provides tips on Canadian legal research.

http://mireau.blogspot.com/

Jun 6
Missing Book Alert

Missing Book Alert

At the Field Law Libraries, just like every other library, of any type, anywhere, we occasionally lose track of materials. Our low tech system for circulating library material is based on a sign out card in a pocket attached to the back cover…
Apr 25
Feeding the social media monster

Feeding the social media monster

I am attending the Legal Education Society of Alberta Social Media and You. Randy Brososky of Group of Rogues just told a story about when he was first engaging in social media. He signed up for every new social media…
Apr 4
March/April LawNow magazine article Online Dispute Resolution

March/April LawNow magazine article Online Dispute Resolution

Margo Till-Rogers has written a nice thorough article about online resources for dispute resolution in this months issue of LawNow.The current issue features environmental causes.happy reading!

Rank this Week: 1114

Slaw

A Canadian cooperative weblog on all things legal.

http://www.slaw.ca

Jun 19
DPLA and HathiTrust Launch Partnership

DPLA and HathiTrust Launch Partnership

Yesterday the Digital Public Library of America launched a partnership with HathiTrust, marrying the preservation mission of one with the access strengths of the other. The partnership will have the DPLA—itself only a couple of months…
Jun 19
Internships and Wage

Internships and Wage

A recent decision by a New York federal judge has raised a number of issues concerning unpaid internships. It was decided in this case that two interns working on the set of the film Black Swan should have been paid, given…
Jun 19
Anti-Spam Law – Update on Timing

Anti-Spam Law – Update on Timing

On Monday I chaired a joint LSUC /IT-Can afternoon on IT privacy law. One of the panels was on the anti-spam act, including representatives from the CRTC and Industry Canada. While there is no clear implementation date yet, Industry…

Rank this Week: 35

Slip and Fall Blog

Discusses Ontario, Canada slip and fall legal issues, such as damages, and business and government liability for slip and fall accidents. By Mark Yazdani.

http://slipfall.ca/slip_and_fall_blog

Mar 16
Guy vs. Toronto (City) – Part 2 - Failure to Give Timely Notice

Guy vs. Toronto (City) – Part 2 - Failure to Give Timely Notice

The first defence raised by the City of Toronto was that Ms. Guy’s lawsuit was barred by the Municipal Act because she failed to give notice of her claim in writing by registered mail and within seven days (note that current requirement is…
Mar 10
Guy vs. Toronto (City) – Slip & Fall Case Analysis – Part 1

Guy vs. Toronto (City) – Slip & Fall Case Analysis – Part 1

On December 15, 2008, Justice A.J. Stong of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice released the Guy v. Toronto (City) court case involving a slip & fall accident. The case touches on a number of important legal issues involving liability in…

Rank this Week: 2053

Small City Law Firm Tech

Provides software tips and advice for common law-office software including Word, Outlook, MS Windows and Adobe Acrobat. By Vivian Manning.

http://vmanning.posterous.com/

May 13
Office 2013: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Office 2013: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

My new post up this morning at Attorney At Work: Microsoft Office 2013 has been available for several months, but Office 2010 has been stable and mostly well-received in our firm. And with staff and lawyers already overwhelmed by the…
May 1
Filed Under "You Learn Something New Every Day": Posting from Word to Exchange Public Folder

Filed Under "You Learn Something New Every Day": Posting from Word to Exchange Public Folder

One of the many things I enjoy about my work is the constant learning and discovery. Even if it's a 'small' discovery, as this one is, it's often enough to make a difference in a workday. I'm always looking for more efficient ways…
Apr 30
Them’s The (Email) Rules!

Them’s The (Email) Rules!

My latest post is up at the ABA Law Technology Today blogPlease head off here to read the full post: A couple of weeks ago our offices installed a brand-spanking new VoIP phone system. I've been geeking out for the last little…

Rank this Week: 3511

Stephen Waqué

Covers expropriation and environmental law issues in Canada.

http://www.stephenwaque.com/

Feb 11
February 7, 2013 Decision of the Board

February 7, 2013 Decision of the Board

This is a decision of the Board relating to an October 23, 2012 motion for party status brought by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (“CMHC”). The Board denied CMHC’s motion and its reasons include that CMHC…
Jan 31
December 13, 2012 Order of the Board

December 13, 2012 Order of the Board

This December 13, 2012 Order of the OMB is a consent order approving an amended modified boundary map, for Amendment 1 to the York Region Official Plan (“ROPA 1”), having received Minutes of Settlement between York Region and 3…
Jan 29
January 17, 2013 Decision of the Board, S.W. Lee and K. Hussey

January 17, 2013 Decision of the Board, S.W. Lee and K. Hussey

The Ontario Municipal Board issued a partial approval order bringing into force and effect certain sections and policies of the York Regional Official Plan – 2010 as modified and as set out in an August 23, 2012 order then…

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techblawg

Focuses primarily on issues involving the intersection of law, technology and finance. By David Ma.

http://techblawg.ca/

Jun 8
weekly tweet roundup

weekly tweet roundup

haswell – not much of a tock, is it? at least not for desktop. http://t.co/Z4WytI0cnO 2013-06-02 analysis of carbon footprint of a tesla s. not as green as i thought, but still pretty good. http://t.co/6fPPVFnNzA 2013-06-02 better…
Jun 1
weekly tweet roundup

weekly tweet roundup

for the next time someone says you don't need project controls aren't because of agile. http://t.co/RhdKFAr58d 2013-05-27 quebec cracks down on airbnb. or rather those who rent out their home using airbnb. http://t.co/fU22acDtHs 2013-05-27…
May 25
weekly tweet roundup

weekly tweet roundup

cdn regulator seems to exempt bitcoin traders from money laundering rules. good, though surprising. http://t.co/jZZquIz9UI 2013-05-20 defense distributed's printable gun printed on cheap printer. fires 8 shots. http://t.co/gRc6IgPSlA…

Rank this Week: 453

The Ethical Lawyer

Comments on on ethics and the law. By Franco P. Tarulli.

http://tarullilaw.com/ethicallawyer

Jun 7
When no one is watching

When no one is watching

I’ve always had a great deal of respect for the medical profession. Unlike lawyers, accountants, Realtors, or even the clergy, the decisions they make affect life and limb. For doctors, ethical conduct isn’t just a means of maintaining…
Jun 1
Ethics and Respect

Ethics and Respect

The literature on business ethics often treats the topic far more superficially than ethics literature from the professions. Still, this short article from the Harvard Business Review’s Management Tip of the Day blog lends credence to the…
May 12
The Maximum Security Courthouse

The Maximum Security Courthouse

One of the best things about being licensed in multiple jurisdictions is the opportunity to observe emerging trends. The opportunity to see trends obviously applies to the development of case law and judicial attitudes.

Rank this Week: 721

The Law Blog

By Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP.

http://www.tdslaw.com/blogs

Oct 25
UPDATE: Porn at Work – The Supreme Court Speak

UPDATE: Porn at Work – The Supreme Court Speak

I do not practise in the criminal law field; however, in April of last year, I commented on a criminal case – R v. Cole, a decision of the Ontario Court of Appeal which raised important considerations for employers with respect to…
Sep 28
Guides for Entrepreneur

Guides for Entrepreneur

My most recent guide for entrepreneurs “Quick Guide for Business Startups” has just been published on the TDS website at (http://www.tdslaw.com/media/files/quickguideforbusinesstartups.pdf) . There’s lots of useful information there…
Sep 21
New $10 Million Manitoba Venture Capital Fund Launched

New $10 Million Manitoba Venture Capital Fund Launched

The Metis Economic Development Fund (MEDF) has recently been launched by the Manitoba Metis Federation and the Province. It’s a $10 million fund over 5 years, and they will be looking to syndicate their deals. They are just getting…

Rank this Week: 4449

The Law Blog

Covers personal injury and disability law cases in Canada.

http://lawbroker.ca/blog

Apr 14
Toronto Resident Fractures Tibia and Fibula after Slipping on Ice

Toronto Resident Fractures Tibia and Fibula after Slipping on Ice

One sunny afternoon Jose Lopez was walking with his family on a walkway leading to Nathan Philips Square in Toronto. Suddenly, he slipped and fell in an area where there was a patch of ice. As a result of the slip and fall he fractured his…
Feb 25
Senior Fractures Shoulder in Restaurant Fall

Senior Fractures Shoulder in Restaurant Fall

81 year-old Wanda Olivier went to Pat and Mario’s restaurant in Sudbury to attend a birthday party in the “back room” of the restaurant. She suddenly slipped and fell and suffered a broken right shoulder which required…
Feb 8
Driver Sues County of Brant after Single Vehicle Accident

Driver Sues County of Brant after Single Vehicle Accident

17-year old Jesse Ferguson was driving on a rural road in the County of Brant, when he suddenly failed to navigate a curve and crashed into a tree. He suffered serious and permanent disabilities and sued the County of Brant for failing to…

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The Patent Librarian's Notebook

By Michael White.

http://patentlibrarian.blogspot.com/

Jun 2
Statutory Invention Registration Abolished

Statutory Invention Registration Abolished

On March 16, 2013, the Statutory Invention Registration was abolished under the provisions of the America Invents Act. The purpose of the SIR was to allow an inventor who did not wish to get a patent to disclose their invention in a published…
Jun 2
Patent Milestone in August?

Patent Milestone in August?

The USPTO is on track to issue patent no. 8,500,000 later this summer. At the current rate of about five thousand new patents each week, no. 8,500,000 should appear sometime in August. Patent no. 8,000,000 was issued on August 16, 2011, just…
Jan 28
US Patent Statistics for 2012

US Patent Statistics for 2012

The USPTO issued 276,820 patents and published 331,583 applications in calendar year 2012, 7 percent more than in 2011 and an all-time high of 608,403 patent documents.Table 1 shows the number of documents by type.No milestones were reached…

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The Philanthropist

Covers accounting, tax, financial issues, investments, boards of directors, governance, and laws concerning charities in Canada.

http://www.thephilanthropist.ca/index.php/phil

Apr 24
Giving with Confidence: A Guide to Savvy Philanthropy

Giving with Confidence: A Guide to Savvy Philanthropy

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Apr 24
One Starfish At A Time: A Growing Movement of Change-Maker

One Starfish At A Time: A Growing Movement of Change-Maker

According to the 2006 Canadian Census, there was a total of 1,172,785 Aboriginal people in Canada, comprising 3.8% of the Canadian population. In 2006, the median age of the total Aboriginal population was 27 years, 13 years lower than the…
Apr 24
Young Jamaican-Canadians as Diaspora Philanthropists: A Case for Intergenerational Collaboration

Young Jamaican-Canadians as Diaspora Philanthropists: A Case for Intergenerational Collaboration

In 2012, Jamaica celebrated its 50th Anniversary of Independence and nationhood. Jamaica’s Golden Jubilee was marked by a series of celebrations in Jamaica and across the Jamaican Diaspora. In Canada, a not-for-profit organization,…

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The Stream: Courthouse Libraries…

The Stream: Courthouse Libraries BC Blog

Covers British Columbia and federal legislation, court rules, judicial appointments, notable cases, recent reports and articles, websites of interest to legal researchers, and library news.

http://www.courthouselibrary.ca/cms/index.cfm?group_id=8108

Nov 20
Stan Rule: Is use of a trust to avoid a WVA claim a fraudulent conveyance?

Stan Rule: Is use of a trust to avoid a WVA claim a fraudulent conveyance?

Estate planning in British Columbia may involve structuring the affairs of a client to avoid potential claim by a spouse or child under the Wills Variation Act, RSBC 1996, c 490. This legislation permits spouses, common-law spouses, and…
Nov 16
Mike McCubbin: Tips for a paperless office

Mike McCubbin: Tips for a paperless office

When I tell people that I’m a lawyer and I run a paperless office, I often get one of two responses:
Nov 1
Tricky Legislation: Shared Services Canada Act

Tricky Legislation: Shared Services Canada Act

The Shared Services Canada Act can be a bit tricky to find, as it was enacted in section 711 of the Jobs, Growth and Long-term Prosperity Act, S.C. 2012, c. 19. WHAT DOES THE NEW ACT DO?

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The Trial Warrior Blog

Covers law and justice in Canada. By Antonin I. Pribetic.

http://thetrialwarrior.com/

Jun 18
Ont. C.A.: Libel and Slander Act notice and limitation periods apply to internet libel; “single publication” rule rejected

Ont. C.A.: Libel and Slander Act notice and limitation periods apply to internet libel; “single publication” rule rejected

The Court of Appeal for Ontario judgment in Shtaif v. Toronto Life Publishing Co. Ltd., 2013 ONCA 405 (Ont. C.A.) (“Shtaif“) confirms that the six-week notice requirement and three-month limitation period under the…
Jun 18
I Think This Guy Just LIBEL SLANDERED Me

I Think This Guy Just LIBEL SLANDERED Me

Related Posts: CanLaw Lawyer Directory: Some People Never Learn (trialwarrior.com) A Few Modest Proposals to the LSUC on Lawyer Directories (trialwarrior.com) LSUC Issues Warning Concerning Lawyer…
Jun 12
Why Lawyers Should Always Read the Footnotes in Judgment

Why Lawyers Should Always Read the Footnotes in Judgment

The decision of Justice Newbould in Re Ghana Gold Corporation, 2013 ONSC 3284 (Ont. SCJ) ["Ghana Gold"] is an important reminder to always the read the footnotes in judgments. Briefly, Ghana Gold involves an application for…

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Thoughts from a Management Lawyer

Covers Canadian labour and employment law. By Michael Fitzgibbon.

http://labourlawblog.typepad.com/managementupdates/

Jun 17
Supreme Court of Canada Considers Random Alcohol Testing

Supreme Court of Canada Considers Random Alcohol Testing

Check out our Labour and Employment Law Alert that reviews the Supreme Court of Canada judgment in Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union of Canada, Local 30 v. Irving Pulp Paper, Ltd. released on July 14, 2013 in which the Court…
Jun 12
The Duty to Mitigate Can Have Harsh Consequence

The Duty to Mitigate Can Have Harsh Consequence

In my last post I discussed the employee's duty to mitigate in highly unusual case. The duty to mitigate is an important issue in most wrongful dismissal cases. The issue was recently discussed by the Supreme Court of British Columbia in…
Jun 10
When is a Dismissal a Dismissal?

When is a Dismissal a Dismissal?

The BC Court of Appeal in Allen v. Ainsworth Lumber Co. Ltd., 2013 BCCA 271 recently affirmed a trial judgement that found that an employee who was advised that he was relieved of his duties, and to "go home" while the employee paid him had…

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TN Visa Attorney Blog

Covers TN visa and green cards for Canadian professionals. By Brian D. Zuccaro.

http://www.tnvisabulletin.com/nafta-tn-blog/

Jun 17
I-751 Approval for Former TN Visa Worker

I-751 Approval for Former TN Visa Worker

Green CardCase Info.Case History / Issues:Applicant was a Canadian citizen, and had held TN visa status. Applicant subsequently married a U.S. citizen, and obtained a green card on a conditional basis.Strategy:Filed I-751 joint petition prior…
Jun 14
TN Visa Approval - Engineer Category/Manager Position

TN Visa Approval - Engineer Category/Manager Position

TN VisaCase Info.Background:Citizen of Canada. Initial TN. Previously was permanent resident of U.S., but abandoned green card a few years ago. Would reside in Canada and commute to U.S. for new job in the U.S.TN Category:EngineerJob…
Jun 12
TN Visa Approval: Industrial Designer/TV Program

TN Visa Approval: Industrial Designer/TV Program

TN VisaCase Info.Background:Citizen of Canada. Initial TN application. Job offer involved designing and developing inventions for a new reality TV program.TN Category:Industrial DesignerJob title:Design/Build Team…

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Toronto Criminal Lawyer

Comments on criminal law topics. By Daniel Brown.

http://yourbestdefence.blogspot.com/

Aug 15
The Silent Treatment - the story behind my murder trial

The Silent Treatment - the story behind my murder trial

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Jun 26
Two men acquitted in 2007 Jane-Finch murder

Two men acquitted in 2007 Jane-Finch murder

A jury has acquitted two Toronto men in the 2007 murder of Allan Benn in a northwest Toronto housing complex, leaving a courtroom awash in emotion.Shaun Blake and Mackel Peterkin, both 20, had faced charges of first-degree murder."Thank you…
Apr 12
Obstruct Police

Obstruct Police

Obstructing Police Charges in Toronto, Ontario.This article reviews legal information about obstructing police charges in Toronto, Ontario. Those looking for advice on this, or any criminal charge, should consult a criminal lawyer.Obstructing…

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Toronto Employment Law Blog

Discusses wrongful dismissal and employment law issues affecting Canadian employers and employees. By Daniel A. Lublin.

http://blog.toronto-employmentlawyer.com/

Nov 13
Is your social media account really yours?

Is your social media account really yours?

In the fast paced social media era, it is becoming almost impossible to decide who owns the rights to employees’ personal media sites, their contacts and their posts. Do employers need to change the structure of their contracts to outline…
Nov 12
Is your boss spying on you at and off work?

Is your boss spying on you at and off work?

How much privacy can be expected at work wherein everyday we are using our employer’s computers and equipment? Employers want to make sure that they are receiving their return on investments when collecting basic information about their…
Oct 30
When the workplace becomes intolerable

When the workplace becomes intolerable

Most often, employers will need to invest in replacing a good employee not because he or she might leave for a better job or salary, but because of the ongoing conflict with their superiors. Some employees might attempt to take the law into…

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Toronto Estate Law Blog

Covers estate litigation, ethics, executors & trustees, succession planning and wills. Includes podcasts on estate and succession planning. By Hull & Hull.

http://estatelaw.hullandhull.com/

Jun 19
The Cherished Family Cottage

The Cherished Family Cottage

As the Canada Day long weekend approaches, many begin looking forward to the start of a relaxing, sun-filled summer with family and friends. Children are finishing up the school year and parents are planning activities for their…
Jun 18
Joint Tenancy and Bankrupt Estates - Who Gets the House?

Joint Tenancy and Bankrupt Estates - Who Gets the House?

Most people are fairly familiar with the distinction between a property that is held on a joint-tenancy and one held in tenancy-in-common. Under most circumstances, when one joint-tenant dies, title to the property vests in the surviving…
Jun 17
The End of the Secret Swiss Bank Account

The End of the Secret Swiss Bank Account

The End of the Secret Swiss Bank Account: In the world of International banking, two the most terrifying phrases to be uttered in a board room are “money laundering” and “terrorist financing”. This is especially so for…

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Toronto Estates & Trusts Monitor

Discusses the complications, pitfalls, and the overall state of affairs of trusts and estates in Canada. By Megan F. Connolly.

http://www.torontoestatemonitor.com/

Mar 7
A Faulty Settlement and Some Buyer's Remorse

A Faulty Settlement and Some Buyer's Remorse

The recent decision of the Superior Court of Justice in the Murphy Estate considers what happens when parties to a proceeding settle a matter on the basis of faulty facts and one of the parties suffers from “buyer’s remorse”.
Mar 5
Some Tips on Paying Estate Debt

Some Tips on Paying Estate Debt

One of an estate trustee’s duties is to pay the debts that a deceased individual owed when he or she died. As I have previously discussed, the estate trustee is generally not personally liable for the deceased’s debts – they are paid…
Feb 29
Expecting An Inheritance? You Might Not Be Getting One

Expecting An Inheritance? You Might Not Be Getting One

Investor’s Group, a financial services company in Canada, recently released the results of a survey regarding people’s expectations when it comes to receiving an inheritance or leaving one to others.

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Toronto Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers car accidents, insurance and disability claims. By Goldfinger Personal Injury Law.

http://www.torontoinjurylawyerblog.com/

Jun 13
Case study: Hoang v. The Personal Insurance (what an accident benefit adjuster MUST do)

Case study: Hoang v. The Personal Insurance (what an accident benefit adjuster MUST do)

Want to know what an accident benefit adjuster's gotta do to properly handle your case car accident case? Check out the below Arbitration Appeal review of Delegate Lawrence Blackman of the Financial Services Commission on Ontario in…
Jun 7
Current trends in Long Term Disability Policies & Litigation (Ontario)

Current trends in Long Term Disability Policies & Litigation (Ontario)

What's new in the world of Long Term Disability Law in Ontario? Well, I'm glad you've asked. Not to sound like an insurance salesman, but have you even given any thought to what you would do if you found yourself in the terrible position of…
May 29
Tick Tock: Measuring Limitation Periods for Personal Injury Cases in Ontario

Tick Tock: Measuring Limitation Periods for Personal Injury Cases in Ontario

How long do I have to sue for my personal injury case? How long can I wait? Can I afford to wait much longer? When should I retain a lawyer? When does time start to run after my accident? What happens if I'm under 18 and I've been involved in…

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University of Toronto Law School…

University of Toronto Law School Faculty Blog

Discussions by faculty members of the University of Toronto Faculty of Law on administrative law, competition law, antitrust, constitutional law, current events, family law, intellectual property, law and economics and taxation.

http://utorontolaw.typepad.com/faculty_blog/

Feb 14
This Blog has now moved

This Blog has now moved

The University of Toronto Faculty Blog has now moved to our new website. It can be seen at http://www.law.utoronto.ca/blog/faculty . The new blog includes an RSS feed. The complete archives of this blog have been transferred to the new blog…
May 15
The GSU Copyright Case: Some Canadian Perspective

The GSU Copyright Case: Some Canadian Perspective

This post was originally published on Prof. Katz's blog.
May 9
Prof. Ed Morgan - "The difference between lunchtime prayer and a Jesus T-shirt"

Prof. Ed Morgan - "The difference between lunchtime prayer and a Jesus T-shirt"

This commentary was first published by Prof. Ed Morgan in The Globe and Mail on May 9, 2012. A public school in Toronto thinks a clergyman can be invited to conduct Islamic prayers at lunchtime on school grounds. As a school trustee …

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Vancouver Law Librarian Blog

Covers knowledge management, web development and law library management. By Steve Matthews.

http://vancouverlawlib.blogspot.com/

Jun 6
Some of Our "Best" Work

Some of Our "Best" Work

As readers of this blog, you likely know that Stem's roots go back to legal librarianship. It's been a while since Emma or I have worked in that capacity, but we've never forgotten the resources that were essential to our former work. For…
Jun 3
Quickscribe Manual Updates for May 2013.

Quickscribe Manual Updates for May 2013.

Six Quickscribe Manuals were updated in May. The following manuals were updated:B.C. Environmental Legislation Manual; B.C. Family Legislation Manual; B.C. Strata Property Act and Regulations Compendium; B.C. Real Estate Legislation…
Apr 17
Quick View and the Cached Internet

Quick View and the Cached Internet

Google Quick View is intended to bring content to your smartphone in a fraction of the time. It's unclear whether QV is delivering some kind of cached page copy, but that's the assumption I'm making. The project is also still in experimental…

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Venture Law Lines

Venture capital and startup business advice. By Suzie Dingwall Williams.

http://venturelaw.blogspot.com/

Nov 17
When University Commercialization Offices Turn Troll

When University Commercialization Offices Turn Troll

Bloomberg reports that the patent licensing office at the University of New Mexico has launched a lawsuit against Intel alleging infringement of a UNM patent for a process of making circuit boards.The lawsuit comes on the heels of rumoured…
Nov 16
What to do When Blackberry KIKs You to the Curb

What to do When Blackberry KIKs You to the Curb

This morning the blogosphere was abuzz with news that Blackberry had removed KIK from the Blackberry APP World store, without apparently providing any reason for doing so. It's not clear whether this is actually the case, but let's assume for…
Sep 23
Founder CEOs and Severance Agreements: Drafting tips from Mark Hurd

Founder CEOs and Severance Agreements: Drafting tips from Mark Hurd

The value of a severance agreements for departing CEOs lies not only in how much they promise to pay, but in what protection it preserves. Mark Hurd's agreement with HP sets out some of the subtleties that you should ensure your own…

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Visaplace.com Canada & US…

Visaplace.com Canada & US Immigration Lawyers

Covers immigration issues for people seeking to migrate to Canada or the United States. By Niren & Associates.

http://www.visaplace.com/blog-immigration-law

Jul 11
Federal Court of Appeal rules illegal immigrant has no right to free health care

Federal Court of Appeal rules illegal immigrant has no right to free health care

Illegal immigrant can’t get health care because she didn’t pay application fees A Grenadian woman who came to Canada in 1999 and remained in Toronto after her visitor visa expired has been denied free health care by the Federal Court of…
Jul 10
Review our Immigration Services! How did we do for you?

Review our Immigration Services! How did we do for you?

We get a lot of traffic from our website. www.VisaPlace.com is one of the most popular immigration sites in North America and I would guess the world. Many of our clients find us online for Canadian and US immigration services. Of course our…
Jul 7
Denied Entry to Canada: TRP approved and husband and wife united!

Denied Entry to Canada: TRP approved and husband and wife united!

Hi Shab, It was a little frightening but I got through immigration on Friday with a TRP valid until 31 July. Ron will scan and send the TRP to you first thing Monday morning and I presume we will have to get an application for an extension…

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VLLB Linkblog

By Steve Matthews.

http://vllblinks.blogspot.com/

Jun 18
Enviro-friendly & Cloud Technology

Enviro-friendly & Cloud Technology

From the Google Blog: "migrating all U.S. office workers to the cloud could save up to 87 percent of IT energy use—about 23 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually, or enough to power the city of Los Angeles for a year."
Jun 14
Pew Internet: Tablet Ownership Numbers in 2013

Pew Internet: Tablet Ownership Numbers in 2013

Pew Internet: "Tablet adoption has almost doubled over the past year. A third of American adults now own a tablet computer, including almost half of those ages 35-44 and a majority of those in higher income households. "
Jun 14
New Grads and LinkedIn

New Grads and LinkedIn

via the LinkedIn blog: "Three Ways Recent Grads Can Leverage LinkedIn for Long-Term Success"Covers profile tweaks, alumni connectivity.

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