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Court Of Appeal Summaries (June 22 – 26, 2026)
This comprehensive summary examines three significant civil appeals decided by the Court of Appeal for Ontario during the week of June 22, 2026, covering breach of contract damages and mitigation obligations, bankruptcy costs appeals, and property rights-of-way disputes. Each case presents distinct legal principles regarding summary judgment procedures, appellate jurisdiction in bankruptcy matters, and the interpretation of historical property access agreements.
Canada Litigation
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Blaney McMurtry LLP
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AI-Generated Construction Schedules: Who Is Liable When The Algorithm Is Wrong?
Artificial intelligence is transforming construction project scheduling in Ontario, but when AI-generated schedules contain errors leading to delays and cost overruns, determining liability becomes complex. This analysis examines whether software vendors, professional schedulers, or contractors will bear responsibility when algorithmic scheduling tools fail, and outlines practical risk management steps for construction industry participants.
Canada Litigation
SW
Soloway Wright
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La Cour Fédérale Clarifie La Procédure Applicable Aux Requêtes En Jugement Sommaire Et En Procès Sommaire
Le 22 juin 2026, la Cour fédérale a publié des lignes directrices modifiées établissant de nouvelles procédures pour les requêtes en jugement sommaire et en procès sommaire dans les affaires de propriété intellectuelle. Ces directives précisent les délais de présentation, les questions appropriées pour chaque type de procédure, et introduisent un mécanisme de résolution des litiges concernant l'admissibilité des proc&#
Canada Litigation
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Smart & Biggar
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Court Of Appeal Summaries (June 22 – 26, 2026)
This comprehensive summary examines three significant civil appeals decided by the Court of Appeal for Ontario during the week of June 22, 2026, covering breach of contract damages and mitigation obligations, bankruptcy costs appeals, and property rights-of-way disputes. Each case presents distinct legal principles regarding summary judgment procedures, appellate jurisdiction in bankruptcy matters, and the interpretation of historical property access agreements.
Canada Litigation
BM
Blaney McMurtry LLP
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The Clock Starts At Termination: Lessons From Pascuet v. Sky Service F.B.O. Inc.
The Ontario Superior Court's decision in Pascuet v. Sky Service reaffirms that employees cannot delay wrongful dismissal claims by pursuing actions in incorrect jurisdictions or misunderstanding legal responsibility. This ruling clarifies that the two-year limitation period begins at termination, regardless of whether an employee initially files in the wrong court or fails to appreciate the legal significance of their dismissal.
Canada Employment
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Gardiner Roberts LLP
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