Landlord and tenant disputes are a common occurrence, even more so when the law changes or an agreement is breached. Most of the time, the person who is at fault is hard to determine. The best course of action is to avoid conflict altogether, but this can be rather difficult! The best way to do so is […]
Tenants in Ontario have legal rights and it is important that you understand them so that you are aware of the rights that apply to you if you are renting a house. A landlord cannot discriminate against you because of your sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, or race. Your ethnic origin or your family status[…]
Going to small claims court is a good way to resolve a dispute with someone if you’re unable to amicably, with Ontario’s small claims court able to award damages up to $35,000 or order the return of property worth $35,000 or less. With less formal procedural rules, quick and efficient resolution, and the ability to represent yourself[…]
COVID-19 has presented the world with many issues, both present, and future. In our own backyards, we’ve seen many people dealing with financial problems, often due to job loss and lack of subsidies. This directly affects the way one is able to either pay rent or sustain their business as a landlord. This is where the Landlord[…]