by Jennifer Goldsmith | Jul 18, 2019 | Real Estate
When people buy waterfront property, most of them assume they also own the waterfront. However, unless there is an express grant to the bed of navigable water, title to the body of water or stream bordering on or passing through a parcel of land does not pass with...
by Jennifer Goldsmith | Jul 3, 2019 | Assault & Battery
Many Canadian adults partake in recreational sports during their free time – especially once the warmer weather hits! It’s nearly impossible to find a park that isn’t occupied by people running about and playing all sorts of intramural sports. As anyone who’s spent...
by Jennifer Goldsmith | Jun 26, 2019 | Real Estate
Picture this: it’s the Friday of a long weekend, and you’ve been looking forward to getting to the cottage for weeks. You make the long two-hour drive up north, and just as you’re about to drive across your neighbor’s property to access your cottage—as you have done...
by Jennifer Goldsmith | Jun 19, 2019 | Small Claims Court
After a particularly long winter, summer has almost arrived in Ontario! Warm weather and sunny skies naturally call for cottage weekends, backyard parties, and barbecues. As we all know, these gathering more often than not include drinking a few beers, coolers, or...
by Jennifer Goldsmith | Jun 12, 2019 | Estate/ Probate
The Estate Trustee (Executor) is the person you name in your Will to have the legal responsibility to administer your estate after your death. Here are some characteristics of the ideal Estate Trustee (Executor): • Lives in the same area as you;• Has experience...
by Jennifer Goldsmith | Jun 5, 2019 | Real Estate
The term “condominium” generally describes a system of ownership for a multi-unit building whereby, the land is divided into common elements and units. Each unit is owned by the person or corporation that purchases it. Common ElementsThe “common elements” are shared...
by Jennifer Goldsmith | May 17, 2019 | Real Estate
Simcoe County and Muskoka residents are blessed to live in the heart of Ontario cottage country. As the Victoria Day long-weekend arrives, so beings Cottage Season 2019. As any land owner knows, buying property requires careful consideration and attention to a...
by Jennifer Goldsmith | May 8, 2019 | News
We would like to announce that Helen Field has taken on a new role within the firm. Helen is a paralegal with Ferguson Deacon Taws LLP. Her practice is focused on matters involving: Small Claims CourtDisability benefits denials under $25,000Personal injury under...
by Jennifer Goldsmith | May 1, 2019 | Real Estate
If you're buying, if you're selling, there's a name you need to know, FDTLaw. The legal team at FDTLaw is experienced in meeting all the challenges that can arise in the purchase, sale and financing of real estate. Turn to FDTLaw for both residential and commercial,...
by Jennifer Goldsmith | Apr 3, 2019 | Uncategorized
Having a Will drafted is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your family. It is important that you choose the right lawyer to draft this document. Hiring a lawyer to draft your Will can ensure you’ve considered all aspects of your estate...