Six Under Six: An Overview of Section 13 of the Evidence Act; Intrusion Upon Seclusion Trilogy; Similar Fact Evidence: A Handy Rule

This County of Carleton Law Association (CCLA) seminar features Caitlin Gallant, Gabrielle Cyr, Matthew Benson, Wudassie Tamrat, Joseph Rucci, and Camille Ligier, as they discuss recent case law updates.

Caitlin Gallant offers guidance on best practices in estate litigation, and provides a primer on crucial evidence-related rules with a focus on the Evidence Act. 

Gabrielle Cyr provides a breakdown of the essential elements to keep in mind when trying to decide whether the data holder is liable for a breach, and discusses the issue of holders failing to protect the information of customers and clients. 

Matthew Benson navigates the realm of similar fact evidence in civil cases, explaining its application and significance, including how it has been important in a number of recent civil cases. 

Wudassie Tamrat sheds light on the challenges of substituting party names in pleadings, addressing the complexities and underlining the importance of careful drafting of pleadings when using pseudonyms.

Joseph Rucci provides a comprehensive discussion on limitation periods; he delves into limitations legislation, fraudulent conveyance claims, and the nature of relief. 

Lastly, Camille Ligier examines Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia, 2023, the trial judge's decision, reasoning, and the prevalence of intimate partner violence. 

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