Firm News
Elyse Sunshine Comments on Alberta Doc's Discipline
Case
Elyse was interviewed as part of a story about an Alberta doctor
who, after being sanctioned by his regulator for spreading
misinformation relating to vaccines, has allegedly continued to
post on the subject. Elyse explained the regulator's process
and the limited scope of a Discipline panel to reject a joint
submission. Read the full story.
Lonny Rosen Receives Medico-Legal Society
Award
The Medico-Legal Society of Toronto Award is the highest expression
of esteem that the Society can convey to a recipient. This award is
intended to honour members of the healthcare, legal, or scientific
community who have made a significant contribution to their
profession, the Society, or the community at large and whose
contributions are consistent with the society's values.
Lonny received his award at the MLST's 75th Anniversary and
Awards Celebration on May 28th, 2025, where the Medico-Legal
Society of Toronto's members convened for an unforgettable
evening honoring 75 years of impact, excellence.
Lonny Presents at MLST Spring Bouquet
What happens when a Dentist's receptionist harasses a patient?
Lonny presented on the case of Tuvel v IR at the Medico-Legal
Society of Toronto's Spring Bouquet program. , which we blogged about recently.
Alisha Kapur Featured in Advocates' Society's
"Keeping Tabs" on Career Specialization
Alisha was recently interviewed for an article on career
specialization in the Spring 2025 issue of "Keeping Tabs"
by the Advocates' Society. The article can be found here.
Recent Blog Posts
Recent Interpretation on the Scope of a Tribunal's
Solicitor-Client Privilege and Deliberative Secrecy
A recent decision from the Divisional Court provides valuable
insight into the scope of a tribunal's solicitor-client
privilege and deliberative secrecy. Derenzis v. Gore Mutual
Insurance Co examined several key rulings made by the License
Appeal Tribunal regarding statutory accident benefits. This case
highlights the tribunal's authority to control its processes,
prevent abuse, and issue orders—including sealing and
destroying privileged documents.
Read More
Boundary Violations Have Consequences
While Apple TV's popular show, Shrinking, makes light of a
mental health professional's violation of boundaries with their
patients, a recent discipline decision from the College of
Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta shows that regulators in the
real world don't find such conduct amusing. Our latest blog
discusses the importance of maintaining professional boundaries
with patients and the consequences of failing to do so.
Read More
Upcoming Events
Elyse and Sari to Provide MLST Webinar on Medical-Legal
Issues in the Healthcare Practice
On June 11, 2025 Elyse and Sari will co-lead an MLST webinar on
Medical-Legal Issues in the healthcare practice.
Register Here
Rosen Sunshine's Health Law Rx
This Month's Health Law Prescription
If a patient is capable of making treatment decisions, it is not the family's call. Your role may involve setting boundaries with family members and supporting the patient's autonomy.
See more #RSHealthLawRx posts
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