Our Blog COVID-19 and its effect on Temporary Layoffs UPDATE July 8, 2020Since the beginning of the pandemic, many employers have faced the difficult situation of business downturn which resulted in reduced hours, reduced salaries, or temporary layoffs. For employees and employers [...] Read More Wills Promotion! May 5, 2020As part of our COVID-19 Webinar Series, we are running a promotion in conjunction with our Estate Planning Basics in the Wake of Covid-19 webinar. You and your loved ones [...] Read More TROUBLESHOOTING RESIDENTIAL LEASES DURING COVID-19 April 17, 2020COVID-19 has impacted virtually every segment of Canadian society. During these stressful times, Chris Chu Law is offering free virtual info-sessions to members of the public regarding legal topics that [...] Read More COVID-19 and its effects on Termination/Layoffs April 15, 2020During the current COVID-19 pandemic, there's been quite some confusion and stress in the workplace. Many companies have been faced with the difficult situation of downsizing their work force. Employees [...] Read More COMMERCIAL LEASING ISSUES FOR TENANTS, LANDLORDS & SMALL BUSINESSES DURING COVID-19 April 9, 2020COVID-19 has impacted virtually every segment of Canadian business and society. During these stressful times, Chris Chu Law is offering free virtual info-sessions to members of the public regarding legal [...] Read More Renting FAQs for both Landlords and Tenants re COVID-19 April 7, 2020Can my landlord evict me during this time? Short answer is no. In normal circumstances, the first step is for the landlord to give the tenant a notice in writing [...] Read More UofT Academic Discipline Case Study: Plagiarism October 15, 2019Using a case study from UofT, we look at how universities operate under their own jurisdiction to enforce their own policies and code of conducts which govern faculty members, employees, and students. Read More Got Burned by a Tenant? September 30, 2019Who is responsible for making sure smoke detectors and fire alarms are in working order? Who needs to do inspections? What happens if the alarms don’t work and who will take the fall for it? One of the best ways to learn is to look at an example. Read More Real Estate Spotlight: Featuring Keith Chen July 18, 2019We are proud to continue our Real Estate Spotlight Series, where we help you learn from industry professionals as you navigate Ontario real estate. Finding the right fit for any professional [...] Read More Live-In Landlord: When You Are Roommates With Your Tenant July 17, 2019Usually, the Landlord Tenant Board acts as a venue for dispute resolution in landlord tenant matters, however, when the landlord and tenant are roommates they can’t help. Read More Non-Resident Speculation Tax: The Foreign Homebuyer Overview July 11, 2019Over the past decade, Ontario’s real estate market has experienced sharp price increases partially as a result of increased foreign investment activity. In response to concerns over housing affordability and [...] Read More Pre-Construction Investments: Basic Legal Considerations July 11, 2019Canada’s residential real estate market is considered a booming investment hotbed. Whether you are investing from overseas or putting in an offer locally, it’s important to keep some practical legal considerations in mind when purchasing pre-construction projects. Read More 三个地产律师应有的素质 July 10, 2019房屋买卖是一件开心而又很大压力的事。期待收取新房钥匙的兴奋或获得资金批准的喜悦，常会被不清楚该填写什么文书的烦恼而抵消。一个优秀的律师应该铭记这些客户的压力，并能够在整个房地产交易中有效地维持和管理客户的期望。 Read More Academic Suspensions: It’s Not the End of the World July 10, 2019Whether it’s being put on academic probation or academic suspension, it’s not the end of the world. Speaking to the right people who can successfully represent you in academic appeals will make a world of difference. Read More Real Estate Spotlight: Featuring Elizabeth Long February 27, 2019We are proud to continue our Real Estate Spotlight Series, where we help you learn from industry professionals as you navigate Ontario real estate. Finding the right fit for any professional [...] Read More What is a Matrimonial Home? February 14, 2019Marriage is an important milestone for many people. Apart from the glitz and excitement during wedding season, marriage symbolizes a lifelong commitment to share in the love of another person. [...] Read More Real Estate Spotlight: Featuring Joshua Levesque January 29, 2019Navigating the real estate market can be an exciting, but often overwhelming, experience. Not only are there many options in terms of properties, but there are many professional services to [...] Read More 3 Qualities to Look for in a Real Estate Lawyer January 23, 2019While price is obviously an important consideration when hiring a lawyer, it shouldn’t be the only aspect you value when entrusting a professional with your real estate matter. Oftentimes, consumers are told [...] Read More Condo Living Primer: Common Element Fees December 7, 2018You often hear people who own condo units complain about their monthly ‘fees’ being too high. While it may be common knowledge that the vast majority of condominiums charge unit [...] Read More New-Home Condominiums: Understanding the Basics Before You Buy November 29, 2018Despite bleak, yet oftentimes periodic, forecasts about Toronto’s real estate market, the fact remains that many people are still interested in owning a home in the GTA. While many share [...] Read More Title Insurance: A Cost Worth Considering November 26, 2018Buying a home isn’t cheap. If you’re like most, careful planning around the affordability of a new home is one of your top concerns. Yet it’s still surprising how few [...] Read More First-Time Homebuyer Tax Refunds November 15, 2018In Ontario, purchases of land are subject to a provincial land transfer tax (and in some cases, an additional municipal land transfer tax). In an effort to keep housing at [...] Read More Cannabis and Real Estate: How Canada’s Legalization Has Impacted Real Estate Purchases November 9, 2018For better or worse, Canada has legalized marijuana. The newfound recognition to legally purchase, grow and consume recreational cannabis is a positive to many. However, not everyone is celebrating. If [...] Read More Ouch! Liability Waiver Forms: Tattoo Studios as a Case Study June 29, 2018There are an increasing number of independent gyms and specialized fitness studios popping up in Toronto. Apart from athletics, the city also provides a growing list of recreational activities such [...] Read More Opening A Bar? Some Thoughts to Sip On… June 29, 2018There’s certainly a ‘cool factor’ to owning a bar. For restaurant owners, adding the sale and service of alcohol is another valuable revenue stream. The application process for a New [...] Read More Hot Potato: Who’s Responsible for Fire Code Compliance? June 29, 2018Ontario’s fire protection and prevention laws are complex and oftentimes confusing. Business owners, landlords and even tenants should have some understanding of fire code compliance and their responsibilities under these [...] Read More
