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How to File a Claim for a Loan Between Friends or Family
Lending money to a friend or relative is common, but when repayment doesn’t happen, it can become a legal headache. Ontario law offers a way to recover personal loans through Small Claims Court. Tim at MTS Paralegal Services helps clients document their claims correctly and pursue them effectively. Establishing That a Loan Exists To succeed,… Read More
When property damage occurs, the first question is often: who is responsible? In Ontario, landlords, tenants, and other parties must understand how to establish legal liability. Damage caused during a tenancy isn’t automatically negligence — it may simply be normal wear and tear, which landlords cannot charge tenants for. Proving negligence requires evidence that someone… Read More
How to Legally Collect Rent Owed After a Tenant Skips Town
Few situations are more frustrating for landlords than discovering a tenant has vacated a rental unit without paying the rent owed. When a tenant “skips town,” landlords are left facing financial losses and uncertainty about how to recover the outstanding balance. Fortunately, Ontario landlord tenant law provides clear avenues for landlords to pursue unpaid rent… Read More
When a Co-Signer Defaults: Legal Recourse Through Small Claims Court
Co-signing a loan, lease, or other financial agreement carries significant legal responsibility. A co-signer is not simply a reference or supporter—they are legally responsible for ensuring the agreement is fulfilled. If the primary borrower fails to meet their obligations, the co-signer becomes legally liable for the debt. In Ontario, when a co-signer fails to uphold… Read More
Happy Thanksgiving! Grateful Hearts and Canadian Harvests
Thanksgiving in Canada is a meaningful holiday founded on gratitude, harvest traditions, and community connection. Observed on the second Monday in October, Thanksgiving traces its origins to European settlers who gathered to give thanks for a successful harvest and survival in unfamiliar and often harsh conditions. Over the years, these observances evolved into a modern… Read More
