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Professional Liability

Professional Liability

We provide dedicated support to clients pursuing claims against a range of professionals.

Holding professionals accountable for their actions.

In an increasingly specialized world, businesses and individuals look to professionals for advice and assistance with growing regularity. When a professional fails to meet the standards expected of them, or acts in a manner that goes against the best interests of their client, the results can range from undesirable to catastrophic. Our team of litigators has experience assisting clients with professional negligence, liability claims against a variety of professionals including, accountants, engineers, and lawyers.

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Can You Sue for an Internet Scam? Online Fraud Litigation & Money Recovery Explained

Robert D. Powell

Internet scams have evolved into sophisticated, cross-border operations costing victims billions each year. Agencies such as the Federal Trade Commission and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre continue to report rising fraud losses driven by phishing, fake investment platforms, and cryptocurrency schemes. While fraud is a criminal offence, victims are not limited to relying on law enforcement — civil litigation can provide powerful tools to freeze accounts, trace stolen funds, compel disclosure from banks or exchanges, and pursue negligent institutions. In many cases, acting quickly can significantly improve the chances of recovery.

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Legal Considerations of Starting a Business: Insights from Our CTV Your Morning Interview

Starting a business is an exciting step — but early legal decisions can have lasting consequences. In our recent appearance on CTV Your Morning, Dalene Visser and Elias Notopoulos shared key insights on choosing the right business structure, protecting intellectual property, and putting strong agreements in place from day one. Watch the full interview to learn how proactive legal planning can position your business for long-term success.

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