Sentences with phrase «civil litigation system in»

Between the hearing of the Petition and the hearing of the appeal, the Supreme Court of Canada made its recent pronouncement on «access to justice» in Canada's civil litigation system in the case of Hryniak v. Mauldin, 2104 SCC 7, cited by the justices in this appeal decision.

On 15 August the executive of the OBA civil litigation section passed a unanimous resolution to the effect that it believes the civil litigation system in Ontario is in «disarray», that «corrective action is needed urgently» and requesting that the OBA Board and Council take immediate steps to address the matter effectively».

Not exact matches

Winkler has spent much of his career on the bench pushing for improved access to fair, timely, and affordable civil litigation in the justice system and he continues to fight that battle.

The proceedings in Ruggedcom Inc. v. Hyams «strikingly illustrate why the judiciary can no longer allow the party prosecution system of civil litigation to operate unchecked in this province,» Brown said in a recent decision.

They include papers on systems to manage digital court documents, the determination of costs in civil litigation involving digital information and e-discovery, as well as a comparative analysis of court administrative systems in Australia, Canada, England and Wales, New Zealand, Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and Scotland:

These safeguards are critical to ensure that the civil litigation system impacts on rights to privacy and anonymous expression in a disproportionate manner.

In our book, Rights on Trial: How Workplace Discrimination Law Perpetuates Inequality, we offer a comprehensive analysis of the system of employment civil rights litigation, using both statistical data from a large random sample of cases and in - depth interviews with plaintiffs, plaintiffs lawyers, defendant employers and defense lawyers about their experiences with and perspectives on discrimination lawsuitIn our book, Rights on Trial: How Workplace Discrimination Law Perpetuates Inequality, we offer a comprehensive analysis of the system of employment civil rights litigation, using both statistical data from a large random sample of cases and in - depth interviews with plaintiffs, plaintiffs lawyers, defendant employers and defense lawyers about their experiences with and perspectives on discrimination lawsuitin - depth interviews with plaintiffs, plaintiffs lawyers, defendant employers and defense lawyers about their experiences with and perspectives on discrimination lawsuits.

Michael S. Lieberman is a founding partner whose many years of practice include the successful litigation of numerous complex civil and criminal matters with a particular emphasis in the federal and state appellate court system.

Avoiding the major blockages in the trial system is the focus of the OBA 2014 Institute civil litigation program: picking the issue and streamlining your case; using discoveries efficiently; applying the rules of procedure to accelerate your case to trial; navigating the rules on «setting down» for trial; proceeding outside Toronto; learning from the leaner system of labour arbitrations.

Drafting legal documents in anticipation of civil litigation is a difficult process when you are new to the court system and, depending on your circumstances, it may be simply too much to ask.

While construction law lawyers are aware of the two year limitation period contained in section 37 of the Construction Lien Act, on January 1, 2015, significant changes were made to Rule 48 of the Rules of Civil Practice, which require all litigation lawyers to modify their tickler systems for their non-lien actions.

Lord Lester of Herne Hill QC suggested that the very system of CMP had been championed by civil society organisations, including JUSTICE, in the context of the litigation in Chahal, as a least unpalatable solution to the deportation of individuals on national security grounds without effective judicial review (See Cols 1821, 1897).

It is steamrollering through the civil justice system and it requires a culture change among all who want to continue to practise in civil litigation.

«Reforms to the civil justice system have enhanced the role of case management judges as gatekeepers in the litigation process.

Tort reform refers to the suggested changes in our civil justice system, so that supposed victims do not find it too easy to bring tort litigation against their targets.

«Much as in the civil litigation system it mimics, in an inter partes review the petitioner is master of its complaint and normally entitled to judgment on all of the claims it raises, not just those the decisionmaker might wish to address.»

The Canadian civil litigation system is facing a crisis in access to justice.

Participants in the group include charities, solicitor's practices, ATE insurers, medical agencies, members of the public and companies connected with the civil litigation system.

The Committee was charged with reviewing national proposals for reform and research, including the Conference of Chief Justices Civil Justice Improvements Committee's report Call to Action: Achieving Justice for All, the National Center for State Court's Landscape of Civil Litigation in State Courts, and IAALS» and the ACTL's report Reforming Our Civil Justice System: A Report on Progress and Promise.

When it comes to litigation and the civil justice system, there are two kinds of people in this world.

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Overview The Simplified Procedure provided for in Rule 76 of the Rules of Civil Procedure was introduced into our litigation system in 1996 and expanded in 2002 to encompass claims for up to $ 50,000.00.

In addition, this course will highlight a number of specialized topics including the role of juries in deciding civil disputes, the ethical responsibilities of the litigation attorney, and the development of alternative dispute resolution systemIn addition, this course will highlight a number of specialized topics including the role of juries in deciding civil disputes, the ethical responsibilities of the litigation attorney, and the development of alternative dispute resolution systemin deciding civil disputes, the ethical responsibilities of the litigation attorney, and the development of alternative dispute resolution systems.

Paralegal — Duties & Responsibilities Provide excellent legal and administrative support in a fast paced, high intensity law firm environment Perform legal research and document preparation such as affidavits, contracts, and correspondence Discover and analyze applicable case law, statutes, codes, and influential secondary sources Develop experience with civil litigation including employment, contract, real estate, and business law Responsible for pretrial preparation such as exhibit organization and documentation Manage client case files in company electronic filing system resulting in accurate and organized records Monitor and update firm law library with up to date primary and secondary sources Participate in civil, criminal, and administrative mock trials Train in all evidentiary, procedural, and substantive aspects of litigation Proficient in public relations theory, strategy, and comprehensive campaign management Develop and implement communications plans through in depth analysis of client challenges Create brand awareness, corporate identity, logos, signage, special events, and strategic partnerships Oversee company budgets, support staff, contracts, and daily operations