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Legal Topics A-Z

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Abuse and Family Violence

Abuse of people with disabilitiesElder abusePeace bonds and restraining orders 
Child abuse and neglectPartner abuse  

Consumer Law

Collection agencies Door-to-door salesIdentity theftPrepaid services
Consumer complaintsEnergy contractsMotor vehicle sales and repairsOther consumer protection issues
Credit recordsHome repairs and renovationsPayday loans 

Criminal Law

Aboriginal rights in Criminal LawDrug offencesPardonsRights of victims
Assault and criminal harassmentFirearmsProstitutionRights when dealing with police
Consent to sexual activityHuman traffickingRights of accusedYouth criminal justice
Criminal injuries compensationMotor vehicle offencesRights of offenders 

Education Law

Children with special needsRegistration and attendanceSuspensions, expulsions, and discipline 

Employment and Work

Employment InsuranceFirings and layoffsParental, pregnancy, and other leavesWorkplace safety
Employment standardsInjured workers compensationPay equity 

Environmental Law

Environmental Protection   

Family Law

Aboriginal rights in Family LawChild protectionCustody and accessMarriage and common-law relationships
Birth and adoptionChild supportDivorce and separation 

Health and Disability

HIV/AIDSLong-term care homesOHIP and other health insuranceOther legal issues in Health
Home careMental healthPatient rights 

Housing Law

EvictionMoving outTenant organizing 
Maintenance and repairsRent and rental agreementsOther legal issues in Housing 

Human Rights

Charter rightsDiscrimination based on personal characteristicsHuman rights complaints 
Discrimination at workDiscrimination in housingInternational human rights 

Immigration and Refugee Law

CitizenshipHumanitarian and compassionate groundsPermanent resident statusSponsorship
DetentionPeople without statusRefugeesTemporary status

Legal System

Aboriginal rights in the Legal System ElectionsOmbudsman Working with specific types of clients
Commercial LawLegal aidSmall claims court 
Court systemsMediation and alternative dispute resolutionWorking with a lawyer 

Social Assistance and Pensions

Canada Pension PlanOld Age SecurityOntario Works 
Child tax benefitsOntario Disability Support ProgramOther pensions and benefits 

Wills and Estates

Aboriginal rights in Wills and EstatesDeath and inheritancesPowers of attorneyPreparing a will