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My First JokeMy First Joke with Husein PanjuToday's guest is Husein Panju!Host Karim Kanji and Husein discuss Husein's journey from a legal career to stand-up comedy, highlighting his lifelong passion for humour and the skills he developed through competitive debating and public speaking. Husein shared insights into his early experiences in comedy, including the challenges he faced and the importance of personal storytelling in crafting jokes. He recounted receiving positive feedback from peers, which affirmed his comedic style and encouraged his growth over the past year and a half. The...
2025-10-0216 min
LawyeredBONUS EP - The Series Finale (Husein Panju) It's the series finale of Lawyered! To cap off and celebrate 10 amazing years of podcasting, I’m switching roles and taking the hot seat as the guest! Hosting this special episode is the incredible Fatema Dada—mentor, lawyer, community leader and more. We’ll dive into the show’s origins and production journey, share tangible tips for content creators and lawyers, and explore what’s next on the horizon.🔵 What inspired the creation of this podcast, both conceptually and practically? (10:09)🔵 Can you walk us through the behind-the-scenes production process? (14:52)🔵 What have been some of the standout moment...
2024-12-111h 21
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Right to Trial Without Delay In our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our episode about the right to a trial without delay, featuring Daniel Brown, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community.⚫ How do issues like the availability of court resources and judicial vacancies contribute to delays in the criminal justice system? (41:49)⚫ How should the legal system balance the right to a timely trial with the need for thorough investigation and fair prosecution? (45:09)⚫ How do cultural and systemic biases within the judicial system impact the application of Section 11(b), particularly for marginalized communities? (48:10)⚫ What are some of the o...
2024-11-2720 min
LawyeredAddressing Underlying Issues in the Criminal Justice System In part three of our episode about the right to a trial without delay, featuring Daniel Brown, we’ll canvas some progressive reforms to address systemic issues in the criminal justice system. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website ✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-11-2713 min
LawyeredInterlocutory Motions and Trial Delay Calculation In part two of our episode about the right to a trial without delay, featuring Daniel Brown, we’ll discuss a new appellate decision that explains how the duration of interlocutory motions will impact the calculation of criminal trial delay. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website ✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-11-2712 min
LawyeredProposed Legislation to Override Jordan Timeframes In part one of our episode about the right to a trial without delay, featuring Daniel Brown, we’ll discuss a proposed federal bill (Bill C-392) that would allow the government to exempt certain types of offenses from the prescribed time limits for criminal trials. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website ✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-11-2712 min
Lawyered100: Right to Trial Without Delay (Daniel Brown) On our substantive series finale, we speak with iconic criminal defense lawyer, Daniel Brown, about section 11(b) of the Charter and the right to a trial within a reasonable time. Topics: Bill C-392, interlocutory motions and trial delay calculations; progressive solutions to address systemic issues in the criminal justice system; and our final Ask-Me-Anything segment. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. 🔵 Could new legislation override the "Jordan timeframes" and the constitutional right to a trial within a reasonable time? (14:40)🔵 How does the time allocated for int...
2024-11-271h 01
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Public Law In our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our public law episode with Zain Naqi, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 What impact will recent decisions on public interest standing have on access to justice? (42:00)🔵 What are your thoughts on the increasing invocation of the notwithstanding clause by provinces and the constitutional limits to its use? (45:40)🔵 How has Canada’s experience compared to the United States regarding concerns about the “politicization of the courts” and the separation of powers between the judiciary and the executive branches of government? (47:42)🔵 What other public law developments d...
2024-11-1315 min
LawyeredSection 7 and Sex Work In part three of our public law episode with Zain Naqi, we’ll speak an upcoming Supreme Court case regarding section 7 rights in the context of the “material benefit” offence of sex work provisions. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website ✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-11-1311 min
LawyeredRecognizing Aboriginal Rights: Beyond the Van der Peet Test In part two of our public law episode with Zain Naqi, we’ll speak about a new legal test for recognizing Aboriginal rights under Section 35 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website ✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-11-1313 min
Lawyered99: Public Law (Zain Naqi) This week, we're speaking about public law and government decision-making with Zain Naqi, a Toronto litigator with an extensive public law and appeals practice. Topics: evolving doctrines of crown immunity; a new test for Aboriginal title; and section 7 implication for sex work provisions. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. 🔵 How has recent caselaw influenced the Crown's ability to immunize its own operational decisions from legal challenge? (13:36)🔵 How might a recent Quebec Superior Court decision revise the Van der Peet test for identifying Aboriginal rights? (22:26)🔵 What are the sectio...
2024-11-1356 min
LawyeredThe Evolving Doctrine of Crown Immunity In part one of our public law episode with Zain Naqi, we’ll discuss the recent application of the doctrine of Crown immunity and the ability of the government to use legislation to immunize its decisions from challenge. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website ✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-11-1311 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Private Equity Law In our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our private equity law episode with Enda Wong, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 What does the work of a private equity lawyer typically look like?🔵 What are some strategies that private equity lawyers can employ to streamline the due diligence process?🔵 What are the key clauses or provisions a lawyer typically focuses on when negotiating investor rights in a private equity agreement?🔵 How have private equity firms adapted to mitigate risks in cross-border transactions given the tightening of the foreign investment review process?
2024-10-3016 min
LawyeredDerivative Actions for Limited Partnerships In part three of our private equity law episode with Enda Wong, we’ll speak about the types of legal remedies available to a limited partner when conflicts of interest occur. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website ✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-10-3012 min
LawyeredDissent Rights Under Shareholder Agreements In part two of our private equity law episode with Enda Wong, we’ll speak about a new Ontario Court of Appeal ruling that considers whether shareholders can waive these dissent rights through contractual agreements, even if the shareholders’ agreement doesn’t explicitly state such waivers ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website ✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-10-3011 min
LawyeredContinuation Funds as an Investment Tool In part one of our private equity law episode with Enda Wong, we’ll discuss the growing use of continuation funds —funds created by the same managers of the original fund to buy investments from it—and the corresponding legal issues. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website ✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-10-3011 min
Lawyered98: Private Equity Law (Enda Wong) This week, we're speaking about private equity law with Enda Wong -- the Montréal Leader of McMillan LLP's Business Law Group. Topics: continuation funds; waiving shareholders' dissent rights; conflicts of interest and derivative actions. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. 🔵 What are the advantages in using continuation funds as an investment strategy? (8:33)🔵 Can corporate shareholders waive their dissent rights through contractual agreements? (17:45)🔵 How can conflicts of interest lead to derivative actions in the private equity context? (26:18)🔵 Our Ask-Me-Anything segment, featuring questions submitted by patrons of the Lawyere...
2024-10-3052 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: White Collar Criminal LawIn our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our white collar criminal law episode with Chilwin Cheng, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 What are the differences that a lawyer faces in representing a person accused with white collar crimes as opposed to other kinds of crimes? 🔵 What governmental and policy steps have been the most effective in combatting money laundering? 🔵 Given the concerns regarding insider trading, is being offered the option of employee stock options a meaningful benefit? 🔵 What can you say about the popular perception that white collar criminals can "pay their...
2024-10-1618 min
LawyeredHealth and Safety Obligations for Project OwnersIn part three of our white collar criminal law episode with Chilwin Cheng, we’ll speak about a new Supreme court ruling about health and safety obligations for project owners ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-10-1610 min
LawyeredSearch Warrants and IP Addresses In part two of our white collar criminal law episode with Chilwin Cheng, we’ll speak about a new Charter decision regarding whether police need warrants to access IP addresses ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-10-1613 min
LawyeredSecondary Liability for Corporate DirectorsIn part one of our white collar criminal law episode with Chilwin Cheng, we’ll discuss some new judicial development about how directors and officers can be implicated for offences through secondary liability ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-10-1611 min
Lawyered97: White Collar Criminal Law (Chilwin Cheng) On this episode, we're chatting about white collar criminal law with British Columbia business litigator and defense lawyer, Chilwin Cheng. Topics: Mens rea elements for corporate directors' secondary liability, search warrants for IP addresses, & health and safety obligations for project owners. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. ⚫ What is the mens rea element when corporate directors are charged with secondary liability offences? (10:14)⚫ What are the implications of the new requirement for police officers to obtain a warrant to access IP addresses? (19:11)⚫ Who bears the ultimate liability when a...
2024-10-1655 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Transportation LawIn our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our transportation law episode with Heather Devine, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 How will the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act impact the logistics and transportation space?🔵 What are some practical things for transportation lawyers to consider when managing the legal risks associated with climate change and extreme weather events?🔵 How has the rise of e-commerce influenced transportation regulations, particularly concerning last-mile delivery services?🔵 What are some of the unique skills that are required when heading a legal depa...
2024-10-0215 min
LawyeredCompetition Act Changes for Market Share ThresholdsIn part three of our transportation law episode with Heather Devine, we speak about a new Competition Act change regarding market share thresholds ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-10-0211 min
LawyeredCarrier Confirmation Sheets In part two of our transportation law episode with Heather Devine, we speak about the enforceability of carrier confirmation sheets for transportation brokers ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-10-0210 min
LawyeredCracking Down the Towing IndustryIn part one of our transportation law episode with Heather Devine, we discuss the new Ontario consumer protection legislation to regulate the towing industry through the Towing and Storage Safety and Enforcement Act, 2021. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-10-0210 min
Lawyered96: Transportation Law (Heather Devine) This week, we're getting a move on with a conversation about transportation law, featuring Heather Devine, the Chief Legal Officer of TRAFFIX. Topics: Ontario's new regulation of the towing sector, carrier confirmation sheets and new Competition Act merger rules. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. ⚫ How will large scale pipeline projects proceed in light of a new SCC constitutionality finding about the federal environmental assessment framework? (7:48)⚫ What do we know about the federal government's proposed regulations to cap oil and gas emissions? (18:48)⚫ How can a new tool, k...
2024-10-0247 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Oil and Gas LawIn our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our oil and gas law episode with Vivek Warrier, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 How have ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) criteria influenced investment and the legal issues in the oil and gas sector?🔵 How has the oil and gas sector responding to the rise in investment and public support of renewable and alternative energy sources?🔵 How is the rise of climate litigation affecting the legal strategies of oil and gas companies in Canada?🔵 What are some considerations related to indigenous co-ownership / joint ventur...
2024-09-1817 min
LawyeredCarbon Contracts for Difference (CCfDs)In part three of our oil and gas law episode with Vivek Warrier, we speak about the Canada Growth Fund tool known as Carbon Contracts for Difference. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-09-1810 min
LawyeredFederal Emissions Cap Framework In part two of our oil and gas law episode with Vivek Warrier, we speak about the proposed federal approach to capping oil and gas emissions ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-09-1811 min
LawyeredThe Impact Assessment Act and the Constitutionality of Designating ProjectsIn part one of our oil and gas law episode with Vivek Warrier, we discuss the new Supreme Court decision regarding the constitutionality of the Impact Assessment Act. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-09-1813 min
Lawyered95: Oil and Gas Law (Vivek Warrier) On this episode, we learn about oil and gas law from Vivek Warrier - the president of the Canadian Energy Law Foundation and partner with Osler's Calgary office. Topics: SCC's constitutionality decision regarding the Impact Assessment Act, emissions reduction targets, and Carbon Contracts for Difference. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. ⚫ How will large scale pipeline projects proceed in light of a new SCC constitutionality finding about the federal environmental assessment framework? (7:48)⚫ What do we know about the federal government's proposed regulations to cap oil and gas emiss...
2024-09-1852 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Gender Equality LawIn our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our gender equality episode with Pam Hrick, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 Tell us about your journey of building a legal career that involves advocating for gender equality rights.🔵 What do you think about the efficacy of the federal government's LGBTQ2+ Action Plan?🔵 How would you describe the status of gender equality within the legal profession?🔵 How does the concept of 'intersectionality' impact the area of gender equality law?✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on t...
2024-09-0419 min
LawyeredCoercive Control as a Criminal OffenceIn part three of our gender equality episode with Pam Hrick, we discuss the federal private member’s bill regarding the criminalization of coercive control. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-09-0413 min
LawyeredSaskatchewan's Pronoun School Policy In part two of our gender equality episode with Pam Hrick, we speak about the ongoing Saskatchewan litigation regarding the proposed pronoun policy for students ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-09-0412 min
LawyeredQuebec's Bill 21 and Substantive Gender EqualityIn part one of our gender equality episode with Pam Hrick, we discuss how section 28 of the Charter (regarding substantive gender equality rights) would apply to Quebec's controversial Bill 21. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-09-0412 min
Lawyered94: Gender Equality Law (Pam Hrick)This week, we're chatting with Pam Hrick - the Executive Director of LEAF - about gender equality law and the progress that remains. Topics: Quebec's Bill 21 and substantive gender equality; Saskatchewan's pronoun school pronoun policy; and coercive control as a criminal offence. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. ⚫ How could Quebec's controversial Bill 21 (banning religious symbols) engage the Charter right to substantive gender equality? (8:03)⚫ How would a requirement to notify parents of students' preferred pronouns impact sections 7 and 15 of the Charter? (17:43)⚫ What sorts of con...
2024-09-0457 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Startup LawIn our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our startup law episode with Mark Asfar, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 What are things that a startup lawyer can do to bring some order and structure to an early-stage startup? 🔵 What factors should startups consider when deciding between different corporate structures, such as incorporation versus limited partnerships?🔵 How should founders approach equity distribution among co-founders, employees, and investors to avoid future legal disputes?🔵 What are some legal considerations for startups who are seeking venture capital or angel investment?🔵 What are some key ways i...
2024-08-2115 min
LawyeredRepresentation and Warranties Insurance for M&A DealsIn part three of our startup law episode with Mark Asfar, we cover the rising trend of representations and warranty insurance in the start-up landscape ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-08-2111 min
LawyeredArtificial Intelligence Growth in the Startup Space In part two of our startup law episode with Mark Asfar, we speak about a cautionary tale in the workplace investigations context and about how these procedures can be conducted in a fair, objective, and confidential manner ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-08-2114 min
LawyeredReasonable Expectations and Founder AgreementsIn part one of our startup law episode with Mark Asfar, we discuss some new appellate guidance regarding the role of “reasonable expectations” in corporate agreements ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-08-2112 min
Lawyered93: Startup Law (Mark Asfar) On this episode, we speak with startup lawyer, Mark Asfar, about the fast pace of legal issues involving startups and emerging growth companies. Topics: contracts & reasonable expectations for founders; AI in the startup space; representations and warranties experience. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. ⚫ How can co-founders ensure that their written agreements reflect the true nature of their business relationships? (9:35)⚫ How is artificial intelligence tangibly changing the startup space? (19:02)⚫ How can representations and warranties insurance impact the negotiation process in an M&A context? (29:59)🔵 Our Ask-Me-Any...
2024-08-2154 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Professional Regulatory Law In our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our professional regulatory law episode with Rebecca Durcan, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 What are some considerations to for regulators to apply when assessing whether and how to use their authority to discipline, revoke licenses and/or lay quasi-criminal charges?🔵 How does Ontario compare to other provinces/jurisdictions in terms of the degree to which professions are regulated?🔵 How do regulatory bodies balance the right to free speech with maintaining professional conduct and standards, particularly in light of current issues involving the “culture war...
2024-08-0719 min
LawyeredThe Value of Charter Values In part three of our professional regulatory law episode with Rebecca Durcan, we discuss how a new SCC decision (2023 SCC 31) will impact the role of Charter values in decision-making, even when Charter rights are not directly infringed. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-08-0712 min
LawyeredTrauma-Informed Regulation In part two of our professional regulatory law episode with Rebecca Durcan, we speak how regulators can apply principles of compassion in their treatment of registrants and complainants. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-08-0713 min
LawyeredBC's Bill 21 & the Independence of the Legal Profession In part one of our professional regulatory law episode with Rebecca Durcan, we discuss how and whether BC's modernization of the legal profession will meaningfully impact the independence of the regulator. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-08-0712 min
Lawyered92: Professional Regulatory Law (Rebecca Durcan) This week, we're speaking about professional regulatory law, with lawyer and bencher, Rebecca Durcan. Topics: BC's Bill 21 and the independence of the regulator, trauma-informed regulation; Charter values vs Charter rights; and our Ask-Me-Anything segment. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. ⚫ Would BC's modernization of the legal profession meaningfully impact the independence of the regulator? (9:33)⚫ How can regulators apply principles of compassion in their treatment of registrants and complainants? (18:55)⚫ How does a new SCC decision impact the role of Charter values in decision-making, even when Charter...
2024-08-0758 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Social Justice LawIn our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our social justice law episode with Alexi Wood, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 What are some ways in which lawyers can get involved with legal issues involving social justice, particularly if the lawyer primarily works in a corporate/commercial practice? 🔵 How have you found public interest litigation change in the last several years?🔵 Do you foresee any upcoming shifts in the manner in which the law addresses issues of systemic racism?🔵 What are the primary barriers to access to justice for marginalized communities...
2024-07-2419 min
LawyeredA Return to Civility in the ProfessionIn part three of our social justice law episode with Alexi Wood, we discuss the role of civility and professionalism in the legal profession ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-07-2412 min
LawyeredRetaliatory LitigationIn part two of our social justice law episode with Alexi Wood, we speak how the trend of retaliatory litigation has been used to silence survivors and advocates who speak out about sexual violence ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-07-2411 min
LawyeredAg Gag and Farm ActivismIn part one of our social justice law episode with Alexi Wood, we discuss we’ll discuss the Ontario court's decision to strike down the "ag gag" legislation that would have made it illegal for activists to secretly film or gain access to farms under false pretenses ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2024-07-2412 min
Lawyered91: Social Justice Law (Alexi Wood) On our Season 10 premiere, we chat about activism and social justice law issues, featuring Alexi Wood. Topics: "ag gag" and farm activism; retaliatory litigation; civility in the legal profession; and our Ask-Me-Anything Program. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. ⚫ How does the striking down of "ag gag" rules impact the parameters of free speech for protestors? (8:18)⚫ How can lawyers meaningfully respond to SLAPP suits that are specifically designed to silence the voices of survivors? (18:28)⚫ What can our profession do to renew a sense of civility and candou...
2024-07-2455 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Workplace investigations LawIn our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our workplace investigations law episode with Christine Thomlinson, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 Does an employee have a legal obligation to participate in a workplace investigation?🔵 How can companies balance the need for transparency with the need to protect sensitive information during an investigation?🔵 Can you discuss the potential impact of social media on workplace investigations?🔵 What are the differences between internal and external investigations, and when might one be preferred over the other?🔵 What are some specific tactics for investigations involving high...
2023-12-0617 min
LawyeredDuties of Care Owed by Workplace InvestigatorsIn part three of our workplace investigations law episode with Christine Thomlinson, we discuss whether a workplace investigator owes a duty of care to complainants. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-12-0613 min
LawyeredImproper Workplace Investigations: A Cautionary Tale In part two of our workplace investigations law episode with Christine Thomlinson, we speak about a cautionary tale in the workplace investigations context and about how these procedures can be conducted in a fair, objective, and confidential manner ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-12-0612 min
LawyeredToxic Workplace Cultures and the LawIn part one of our workplace investigations law episode with Christine Thomlinson, we discuss whether a complainant's participation in a toxic workplace culture can impact their legal rights or entitlements. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-12-0613 min
Lawyered90: Workplace Investigations Law (Christine Thomlinson) On our Season 9 finale, we wrap up with an important conversation with Christine Thomlinson about recent cases and issues in workplace investigations law. Topics: participation in toxic workplace cultures; improper investigations; duties of care owed by investigators; and our Ask-Me-Anything Program. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. ⚫ How can a complainant's participation in a toxic workplace culture impact their legal rights or entitlements? (5:20)⚫ What best practices are available to ensure that a workplace investigation is conducted in a fair, objective, and confidential manner? (19:45)⚫ Do workplace investigators owe a...
2023-12-0657 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Psychedelics LawIn our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our psychedelics law episode with David Wood, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 What is legal regarding psychedelics? What legal considerations are there for arranging psychedelics as a tool for therapy and are there different considerations across provinces?🔵 What do you make of the mushroom commercial retail shops that are popping up across Canada? How does this compare to the rise of cannabis retail shops that occurred pre-legalization?🔵 Do you think that psychedelic guides should be subject to professional regulation analogous to other heal...
2023-11-2216 min
LawyeredCanada’s “Special Access Program” for Restricted DrugsIn part three of our psychedelics law episode with David Wood, we discuss a new set of regulatory amendments that have Revived Canada’s “Special Access Program” for Restricted Drugs. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-11-2210 min
LawyeredToth: Requesting Psychedelics for Professional Training In part two of our psychedelics law episode with David Wood, we speak about a recent Federal Court decision about whether healthcare practitioners can consume psychedelic substances in the course of their professional training.
2023-11-2212 min
LawyeredAlberta's Regulation of Psychedelic-Assisted PsychotherapyIn part one of our psychedelics law episode with David Wood, we discuss Alberta’s decision to become the first Canadian province to regulate psychedelics for psychotherapy. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-11-2213 min
Lawyered89: Psychedelics Law (David Wood) On this week’s episode, we’re chatting all about the changing rules involving psychedelics and other controlled substances, featuring lawyer and leading expert, David Wood. Topics: Alberta's regulation of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy; healthcare practitioners' access to psychedelics; Canada's Special Access Program; and our Ask-Me-Anything Program. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. ⚫ How will Alberta's decision to regulate psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy meaningfully impact accessibility? (10:30)⚫ What options are available to healthcare practitioners who want to consume psychedelics in the course of their own professional training (21:00)⚫ How can Canada's "Special Access Pro...
2023-11-2255 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Cryptocurrency LawIn our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our cryptocurrency law episode with Sohaib Mohammad, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 Tell us about the recent case that you argued about whether a plaintiff can properly serve a defendant by way of an NFT airdrop. 🔵 What legal risks should cryptocurrency users be aware of when trading or investing in digital assets, especially with volatile currencies like bitcoin? 🔵 How can individuals and businesses stay updated on changes in Canadian cryptocurrency laws and regulations? 🔵 What do you see as the challenges and opportuni...
2023-11-0816 min
LawyeredEnhancing Investor Protection for Crypto Asset Trading PlatformsIn part three of our cryptocurrency law episode with Sohaib Mohammad, we discuss a new regulatory structure that seeks to enhance investor protection specifically for crypto asset trading platforms ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-11-0812 min
LawyeredAsset-Freezing Orders for Cryptocurrencies In part two of our cryptocurrency law episode with Sohaib Mohammad, we speak about this first reported Canadian decision of a Mareva injunction that explicitly freezes cryptocurrencies ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-11-0810 min
LawyeredMedjedovic and the 'Code is Law' DefenseIn part one of our cryptocurrency law episode with Sohaib Mohammad, we discuss a potential, new defense - known as the “Code is law” - which asserts that a programmed code constitutes the law and that exploiting vulnerabilities in the code is considered lawful. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-11-0810 min
Lawyered88: Cryptocurrency Law (Sohaib Mohammad) On this episode, we’re chatting about the rules involving Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital assets featuring cryptocurrency lawyer Sohaib Mohammad: the "Code is Law" defense; asset-freezing orders for cryptocurrency; and enhancing investor protection for crypto asset trading platforms. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. ⚫ What is the viability of a defense that asserts that exploiting vulnerabilities in programmed code is considered lawful? (9:33)⚫ What authority do courts have to issue a Mareva injunction to freeze cryptocurrency assets? (17:22)⚫ How would a more tightly regulated framework enhance investor protecti...
2023-11-0850 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Public Health LawIn our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our public health law episode with Jess Szabo, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵What are your thoughts on the means by which the government provides care services for those impacted by the opioid crisis?🔵 What sorts of protections are currently in place to protect patients' health care data?🔵 What is the legal basis for Nurse Practitioners providing access to primary care services in private medical clinics?🔵 What changes or trends do you anticipate we will see (or are seeing) regarding the future o...
2023-10-2517 min
LawyeredPrivate Actors in the Healthcare Space In part three of our public health law episode with Jess Szabo, we discuss a series of developments that open the door for private actors to participate in the public healthcare system. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-10-2510 min
LawyeredBill 7 - Transitioning Patients from Hospitals to Long-Term Care In part two of our public health law episode with Jess Szabo, we speak about Ontario’s controversial Bill 7 that would allow hospitals to transfer elderly patients to nursing homes without their consent. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-10-2513 min
LawyeredMental Illness and Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID)In part one of our public health law episode with Jess Szabo, we discuss the latest development in the federal government’s regulation of medical assistance in dying (MAID) with a specific focus on access for persons suffering from a mental illness. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-10-2513 min
Lawyered87: Public Health Law (Jess Szabo)This week, we're speaking with Jess Szabo about all things related to public health law: MAID and mental illness; forced transfers to long-term care homes; and private actors in the public healthcare system. ⚫ How will the federal government decide whether persons suffering "only" from a mental illness will have access to medical assistance in dying? (9:38) ⚫ What is the role of consent within a new Ontario bill that would allow patients to be transferred from nursing homes? (20:33) ⚫ Do recent permissions for private sector bodies open the door for the privatization of public healthcare? (31:24) ⚫ Our Ask-Me-Anything segment...
2023-10-2557 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Foreign Investment LawIn our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our foreign investment law episode with Dany Assaf, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 How do you envision the partnership between government and business in unleashing the potential of Canada's citizens? 🔵 What aspects should foreign investors consider when they are looking to navigate the cultural and regulatory nuances when conducting business in Canada? 🔵 Are there any specific strategies that you have found useful for foreign investors trying to affect policy change with the government? 🔵 Tell us about the role of ESG considerations in the evaluati...
2023-10-1118 min
LawyeredBill C-34 – The National Security Review of Investments Modernization Act In part three of our foreign investment law episode with Dany Assaf, we discuss a new mechanism that will allow foreign investors to voluntarily notify the government about investments that could raise national security concerns. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-10-1111 min
LawyeredBill C-34 – The National Security Review of Investments Modernization Act In part two of our foreign investment law episode with Dany Assaf, we speak about Bill C-34 – a proposed new statute that seeks to strike a balance between welcoming investment and safeguarding national security interests ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-10-1112 min
LawyeredClamping Down on Critical Mineral InvestmentsIn part one of our foreign investment law episode with Dany Assaf, we discuss the federal government’s new approach regarding acquisitions of control of Canadian mineral businesses ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-10-1112 min
Lawyered86: Foreign Investment Law (Dany Assaf)This week, we learn what's new in foreign investment law, featuring lawyer and best-selling author, Dany Assaf. Topics: critical mineral investments; the National Security Review of Investments Modernization Act; and voluntary notifications. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. ⚫ How is the federal government changing its approach regarding acquisitions of control of Canadian mineral businesses? (10:00)⚫ How could a new bill strike a balance between welcoming investment and safeguarding national security interests? (19:02)⚫ Why would foreign investors voluntarily notify the government about investments that could raise n...
2023-10-1155 min
LawyeredBONUS PREVIEW EP 6: Lifelong Learning (Gina Alexandris)In this bonus episode, we speak about lifelong learning and professional development with Gina Alexandris, certified coach and long-serving education advocate. We discuss the specific tactics that incoming lawyers need before entering the workforce as well as skill development tools that are applicable for all legal professionals. NOTE: While the episode preview above is available for everyone, the full ~120 minute version of this bonus episode is available exclusively for members of the Lawyered Patreon community. If you want to hear all of our bonus episodes (and unlock more bonus content), check out our Patreon page H...
2023-09-271h 14
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Pensions LawIn our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our pensions law episode with Ross Gascho, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 How do provincial and federal legislation differ concerning pension and benefit plans in Canada?🔵 How much say (if any) do employees have in the direction and strategy of their company’s pensions plan?🔵 Tell us about the role and responsibilities of pension plan administrators and their potential liabilities.🔵 What sorts of ADR mechanisms are typically used to resolve pensions-related disputes? ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topi...
2023-09-1314 min
LawyeredCorrecting for Pension Over- and Under-ContributionsIn part three of our pensions law episode with Ross Gascho, we chat about how recent Income Tax Act amendments can provide more flexibility as to how defined contribution pensions plans can correct for under-contributions and over-contributions. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-09-1311 min
LawyeredFiduciary Duties of Pension Plan Trustees In part two of our pensions law episode with Ross Gascho, we speak about the Larkin v. Johnson BCCA decision and how the fiduciary duties of pension plan trustees impact their ability to make discretionary decisions. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website ✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-09-1314 min
Lawyered"Super-Priorities" and the Pension Protection Act (Bill C-228)In part one of our pensions law episode with Ross Gascho, we discuss the recently-passed Pension Protection Act (Bill C-228) and canvass the broader implications of pension plan payments taking a "super-priority" in insolvency proceedings. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-09-1312 min
Lawyered85: Pensions Law (Ross Gascho)On this episode, we're discussing the most current topics in the area of pensions law, featuring the head of Fasken's practice group, Ross Gascho. Topics: "super-priorities" and the Pension Protection Act; fiduciary duties for pension plan trustees; correcting for pension over- and under-contributions. ⚫ When pension plan payments take a "super-priority" in insolvency proceedings, how will that impact broader financing objectives? (8:59)⚫ What sorts of fiduciary obligations are owed by pension plan trustees? (18:18)⚫ How will new ITA amendments help to correct for under- and over-contributions for defined contribution pension plans? (29:15)⚫ Our Ask-Me-Anything segment, featuring...
2023-09-1351 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Bail LawIn our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our bail law episode featuring Trevin David, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 What are some best practices in drafting a cease-and-desist letter to ensure compliance? 🔵 What are some tactics that businesses can use to ensure that their proposed business name/trademark is mark is available for use and is protectable? 🔵 How can companies meaningfully monitor if other individuals are counterfeiting/imitating their trademarks/products, especially given the high volume of content on social media? 🔵 How did you get into this area of brand...
2023-08-3019 min
LawyeredThe Ladder Principle - CaseLaw Post-AnticIn part three of our bail law episode featuring Trevin David, we speak about recent case law following the case of R v. Antic including the application of the ladder principle ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-08-3012 min
LawyeredExcessive Delays in Bail Hearings In part two of our bail law episode featuring Trevin David, we speak about recent judicial guidance about excessive delays for bail hearings ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-08-3013 min
LawyeredBill C-48 - Reversing the Onus in Bail MattersIn part one of our bail law episode featuring Trevin David, we discuss the federal Bill C-48 and the reverse onus requirement for bail hearings. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-08-3014 min
Lawyered84: Bail Law (Trevin David)This week, we're having a timely discussion about bail law, featuring Toronto criminal lawyer, Trevin David. Topics: Bill C-48 and proposed reverse onus; excessive delays for bail hearings; caselaw post-Antic. This program contains 40 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. ⚫ What will Bill C-48's reverse onus for bail matters impact existing systemic issues in the criminal justice system ? (7:06) ⚫ How are courts ruling on matters involving excessive delay for bail hearings? (18:41)⚫ How has the caselaw (and legislation) evolved in response to the 'ladder principle' for bail decisions? (29:05)⚫ Our Ask-Me-Anything segment...
2023-08-3057 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Brand Protection LawIn our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our brand protection law episode with May Cheng, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 What are some best practices in drafting a cease-and-desist letter to ensure compliance? 🔵 What are some tactics that businesses can use to ensure that their proposed business name/trademark is mark is available for use and is protectable? 🔵 How can companies meaningfully monitor if other individuals are counterfeiting/imitating their trademarks/products, especially given the high volume of content on social media? 🔵 How did you get into this area of...
2023-08-1617 min
LawyeredCopyright Law and Artificial Intelligence Derivative Artworks In part three of our brand protection law episode with May Cheng, we discuss artists' rights in the context of AI-generated derivative products. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website ✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-08-1614 min
LawyeredBad Faith Registrations In part two of our brand protection law episode with May Cheng, we speak about the circumstances in which a court will expunge a trademark on the grounds of “bad faith registration” ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-08-1612 min
LawyeredBill 96 and New French Language RequirementsIn part one of our brand protection law episode with May Cheng, we discuss Quebec’s controversial language bill and the corresponding impacts on brands’ advertising practices. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-08-1611 min
Lawyered83: Brand Protection Law (May Cheng)On this episode, we're exploring the area of brand protection law, with award-winning practitioner, May Cheng. Topics: Bill 96 and New French Language Requirements; bad faith registrations; copyright law and AI derivative artworks. This program contains 30 minutes of substantive content for the Law Society of Ontario's CPD requirements. ⚫ How will Quebec's new Bill 96 requirements impact companies' advertising requirements? (10:23)⚫ How will courts assess whether to expunge a trademark on the basis of bad faith registration? (19:18⚫ What copyright rights do artists maintain regarding derivative works that are generated by AI? (28:45)⚫ Our Ask-Me-Anything segment, featuring questions submitted...
2023-08-1656 min
LawyeredAsk-Me-Anything: Indigenous LawIn our Ask-Me-Anything Segment of our indigenous law episode with Jeff Nicholls, we cover a range of questions submitted by the Lawyered Patreon community. 🔵 How has the implementation of UNDRIP influenced Indigenous law in Canada?🔵 What sorts of "duty to consult" issues will courts be grappling with in the near future?🔵 There have been some recent noteworthy settlements in recent months related to the Indigenous residential school litigation. What role (if any) do these outcomes have on reconciliation?🔵 Indigenous and aboriginal rights are often referred to as being sui generis, which means “of its own kind...
2023-08-0316 min
LawyeredContemporary Reconciliation AgreementsIn part three of our indigenous law episode with Jeff Nicholls, we discuss recent positive developments about contemporary reconciliation agreements. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-08-0213 min
LawyeredDRIPA and the "Free Entry” Mineral Tenure System In part two of our indigenous law episode with Jeff Nicholls, we speak about British Columbia’s free entry mineral tenure regime and the corresponding impacts on the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-08-0212 min
LawyeredIndigenous Self-Government and the Role of the CharterIn part one of our indigenous law episode with Jeff Nicholls, we discuss the Dickson Supreme Court case about how the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms applies to self-governing First Nations Groups. ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page
2023-08-0215 min
Lawyered82: Indigenous Law (Jeff Nicholls)This week, we’re taking a candid look at reconciliation to explore the area of indigenous law, featuring Jeff Nicholls Topics: Charter application to Indigenous groups; mineral tenure system and DRIPA; contemporary reconciliation agreements and more. ⚫ How does the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms apply to Indigenous groups with self-government agreements? (9:05)⚫ How does the Gitxaała’s landmark legal challenge against BC’s “free entry” mineral tenure regime engage the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act? (20:53)⚫ What is the precedential value of a trend of co-governance in contemporary reconciliation agreements? (30:10)⚫ Our Ask-Me...
2023-08-0256 min
Contract HeroesThe Ins and Outs of Legalese - Husein PanjuHusein Panju has been practicing law for 10 years, spending the first 5 years of his career providing advice and litigation to the three levels of the Canadian government before taking on a dual role with a top public affairs consulting firm in which he handled commercial drafting and risk management.
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In this episode we cover:
- The problems with legalese and why lawyers still use them
- How simplifying the language in your contracts can make them more user-friendly
- What tools and services are available to help simplify language and write more clearly
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Follow Husein on Twitter (@lawyeredpodcast) and check out his podcast here:
http://lawyeredpod
2021-11-0328 min