Ontario Bar Association’s Institute 2015
Over four days, the legal community gathers in Toronto for the Ontario Bar Association’s Institute 2015. Here, more than 1,700 participants, converge in what’s been pegged a conference that features a great combination of legal professional development programs, special events and networking opportunities.
DATE
February 4 – 7, 2015
TIME
9:00 AM – 12:20 PM (Civil Litigation Workshop) 1:30 PM Â – 4:50 PM (Insurance Law Workshop)
LOCATION
Westin Harbour Castle Conference Centre, 2 Harbour Square, Toronto   Get Directions
EVENT DETAILS
Over four days, the legal community gathers in Toronto. Here, more than 1,700 participants, converge in what’s been pegged a conference that features a great combination of legal professional development programs, special events and networking opportunities.
For the past 40 years, Institute has provided Ontario lawyers with a unique opportunity to enhance their skills and knowledge in the law, while participating in a variety of social and professional events.
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JOHN MCLEISH
Is There a Final Word on Dealing with Experts?
Wednesday, February 4 at 9:05am
- Assessing the impact of the Court of Appeal decisions in Moore v. Getahun and Westerhof v. Gee
- How much guidance is too much guidance?
- Reviewing a draft expert report: the role of the lawyer and the role of the client
- How to prepare for examining the expert on the stand
PATRICK BROWN
Liability Issues in Cyclist / Pedestrian Cases
Wednesday, February 4 at 2:25 pm
- The reverse onus
- Contributory negligence
- Highway Traffic Act convictions
- Bike lanes and municipal liability
- Public perception and the jury
