Can I Sue My Former Partner for Intimate Partner Violence? Yes — But It’s Not Always Easy
One of our recurring Blog topics recently has been the landmark decision by the Supreme Court of Canada in Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia. And it’s for good reason. That case confirmed that under Canadian law, eligible victims of Intimate Partner Violence (or IPV – formerly known as “domestic abuse”) may now have access to a new civil remedy through the courts, and may receive monetary damages from...
Proving Your Tort Claim for Intimate Partner Violence? Here’s the Kind of Evidence You Need
Last month, we wrote about the recent landmark Supreme Court of Canada decision in Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia, which recognized a new civil tort of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). That case is groundbreaking because it recognizes that, in the right circumstances, victims of IPV may now be able to pursue monetary damages from an abusive spouse or partner. When awarded by a court, those damages...
Law360: Bill C-223 and the Evolving Framework of Parenting Determinations in Canadian Family Law
Canadian Family Law has undergone sustained legislative and jurisprudential refinement over the past few decades. As of April 2026, further changes are now being proposed under Bill C-223, titled the Keeping Children Safe Act. According to the preamble of this Private Member’s Bill – which is currently at the second reading stage – it is aimed at prioritizing the protection of children and...
Tips for Surviving a High-Conflict Divorce in Ontario
If you are going through a high-conflict divorce, it might feel like the process is taking over every part of your life. In addition to your job and trying to manage your children’s day-to-day schedules, you might also be managing: constant communication problems or harassment from your Ex court appearances and related scheduling challenges the fallout in terms of your children’s emotional...
What Happens if Your Ex is Hiding Income?
If your marriage has broken down, you may quickly discover that financial disclosure is an important – and perhaps contentious — part of the separation process with your Ex. You might notice that your Ex has suddenly become secretive about their finances. Or maybe you suspect they are actively hiding income. The good news, is that the law is on your side: In Ontario, as divorcing spouses you...
Breaking News for Victims of Intimate Partner Violence: Supreme Court Recognizes New Civil Tort and Remedies
If you are the unfortunate victim of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) in your relationship, you should know about a groundbreaking legal development recently – one aimed squarely at strengthening the Canadian laws designed to protect you. But first, a little bit about the existing law on IPV. We’ve written about it before, in our Blog titled, “The Canadian Law on ‘Family Violence’ – It’s There...
Law360: Fine & Associates Featured in Law360 Canada on the Growing Risks of AI in Family Law
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing the legal landscape, including the practice of family law. As more litigants and even legal professionals rely on AI-generated content, Ontario courts are increasingly facing challenges related to inaccurate information, fabricated case citations, and improperly prepared legal materials. Fine & Associates Professional Corporation is proud to...
Who Gets the House in a Divorce in Ontario?
If you are legally married but in the midst of separating or divorcing, then your family home is likely the most valuable asset you own – and perhaps also the one you feel most emotional about. But the treatment of the matrimonial home in a divorce is one of the most misunderstood aspects of Ontario Family law. At our Firm, we hear a lot of wrong assumptions and misconceptions from our...
Summer is Coming! How to Prepare for a Stress-Free Season with Your Kids
Here in Ontario, summer is just around the corner. For kids, it’s the time of year for endless sunny days, carefree fun, freedom from routines, and plenty of time with friends. But if you are a parent who is separated or divorced, then the summer months can feel like a challenge. That’s because the season is full of temporary change: School routines disappear. Schedules open up. Vacations,...