by Andriessen & Associates | Jun 25, 2024 | Our Take on Things
The Ontario Government passed the Homeowner Protection Act (HPA) on June 6, 2024. The main change introduced by this Act is a ban on the registration of Notices of Security Interest (NOSI) for consumer goods installed as fixtures such as Furnaces, Water...
by Andriessen & Associates | Jun 18, 2024 | Our Take on Things
As we hit the halfway mark of 2024, I find myself reflecting on the importance of work-life balance, prompted by a recent, rather painful lesson—a pinched nerve. Imagine this: you’re at your desk, working away, when suddenly, a sharp pain strikes in your neck....
by Andriessen & Associates | Jun 11, 2024 | Our Take on Things
In Ontario, the winner of a stage of litigation is usually awarded back legal fees. These can be partial indemnity (approx. 60% of actual fees + 100% of disbursements), substantial indemnity (approx. 90% of actual fees + 100% of disbursements) or full indemnity (100%...
by Andriessen & Associates | Jun 4, 2024 | Our Take on Things
If you lack information on your Debtor that you can use to enforce your judgment, an Examination in Aid of Execution could be the way to get it. Examinations are a good way to determine if your judgment can be enforced or not, as you are able to obtain financial...
by Andriessen & Associates | May 28, 2024 | Our Take on Things
If you read that question and thought to yourself “what’s the difference”, then you need to keep reading. Purchasing a business means that you are purchasing 100% of the shares of the company, which effectively transfers all of the company’s assets and...
