By Chris Jaglowitz on Posted in News and EventsAfter this long weekend, many of us following Ontario’s Condo Act Review process will refocus on the imminent tabling of a draft new Condo Act. Those involved in the review process found it to be an innovative and interesting one that was championed by a senior government official who, sadly, will not be returning to… Continue Reading
By Chris Jaglowitz on Posted in Financial Issues,Living Together,News and EventsTo encourage people to carefully consider and protect their families, assets and affairs, the Ontario Bar Association has made April its “Make a Power of Attorney Month.” A power of attorney (“POA”) is a legal document that gives someone else the right to act on a person’s behalf. These documents can be used to oversee… Continue Reading
By Chris Jaglowitz on Posted in News and EventsThe Toronto chapter of Canadian Condominium Institute is hosting the first of hopefully many “Twitter Chats” this coming Tuesday, March 11 at 7pm. The topic of this inaugural session is condo dispute resolution, a topic near and dear to many of us. Whether new to Twitter or seasoned tweeters, condo managers, directors and unit owners… Continue Reading
By Chris Jaglowitz on Posted in Living Together,News and EventsToday is the 150th anniversary of the Gettysberg Address, one of the most famous speeches in history. It was given by Abraham Lincoln, one of the most extraordinary people to ever walk the earth. Before becoming President of the United States, Lincoln was a lawyer. From his notes, we see that his thoughts on… Continue Reading
By Chris Jaglowitz on Posted in News and EventsBob Gardiner, Gerry Miller and Mark Arnold are pleased to announce that Chris Jaglowitz has joined the partnership of Gardiner Miller Arnold LLP.… Continue Reading
By Chris Jaglowitz on Posted in Case Studies,News and EventsIgnoring the lessons of the Costa Concordia disaster led to the destruction of an Edmonton condo building a week later. It is time to wake up and heed the lessons that flow from these cases.… Continue Reading
By Chris Jaglowitz on Posted in News and EventsOur first microblog post of the year is jam-packed with good stuff, including plenty of pieces on the frenzy that is the Toronto condo market.… Continue Reading
By Chris Jaglowitz on Posted in News and EventsWhat a crazy few months it has been. While we haven't been posting as many blog entries as we'd like, there's been plenty of action on the Twitter feed. Here's some of the best stuff from recent weeks.… Continue Reading
By Chris Jaglowitz on Posted in News and EventsThe annual condo conference is approaching, where we'll be holding a session on unravelling the mystery of condo mediation. To make the session interactive and responsive to your needs, we're looking for your input.… Continue Reading
By Chris Jaglowitz on Posted in News and EventsWith the Ontario general election now underway, it's time to focus on the issues and decide who should lead our province for the next four years. Be sure to attend CCI-Toronto's town hall events this month.… Continue Reading
By Chris Jaglowitz on Posted in News and EventsOur blog was recently featured in a magazine article about lawyers using social media to improve their bottom lines. One important aspect of running a law blog was missed, namely how lawyers can provide a valuable public service.… Continue Reading
By Chris Jaglowitz on Posted in News and EventsThe flow of great condo-related tweets has not slowed down during these dog days of summer. Enjoy some of these pieces while sunning on the deck.… Continue Reading
By Chris Jaglowitz on Posted in News and EventsHere are some tweets of the best condo-related news pieces from the local (Ontario), national and international wires in recent weeks. Enjoy!… Continue Reading
By Chris Jaglowitz on Posted in News and EventsHere's a big batch of the juiciest tweets on court/tribunal decisions and commentary for those of you taking another week of summer holidays.… Continue Reading
To encourage people to carefully consider and protect their families, assets and affairs, the Ontario Bar Association has made April its “Make a Power of Attorney Month.” A power of attorney (“POA”) is a legal document that gives someone else the right to act on a person’s behalf. These documents can be used to oversee… Continue Reading
The Toronto chapter of Canadian Condominium Institute is hosting the first of hopefully many “Twitter Chats” this coming Tuesday, March 11 at 7pm. The topic of this inaugural session is condo dispute resolution, a topic near and dear to many of us. Whether new to Twitter or seasoned tweeters, condo managers, directors and unit owners… Continue Reading