Regulatory Offences

If you have been charged by any Regulatory body or are being investigated or are concerned about the potential of an investigation or charge, you should contact a Regulatory Defence Lawyer at LAWYER UP immediately.

YOU ARE OUR TOP PRIORITY

When it comes to regulatory offences, our top priority is to defend
you from unfair allegations and protect your licence, reputation and your livelihood at all times.

LAWYER UP is a defence law firm that represents and Defends Individual and Corporate Clients who are being investigated for or charged with Criminal and Regulatory Offences.

WE HAVE ADVISED A WIDE RANGE OF PROFESSIONALS

We advise Accountants, Doctors, Dentist, Hygienists, Specialists, Nurses, Psychotherapists, Teachers to name a few. If you are looking at our site, you probably have a concern or need some help. Give us
a call as we are ready to help.

BOARDS AND TRIBUNALS WE WILL APPEAR AT:

The following are just some of the following Boards and Tribunals that we will represent you:

• Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario
• Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario
• College of Chiropodists of Ontario
• College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario
• College of Massage Therapists of Ontario

• College of Nurses of Ontario Discipline Committee
• College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
• College of Optometrists of Ontario
• College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• College of Psychologists of Ontario
• College of Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Mental Health Therapists of Ontario
• Financial Services Tribunal
• Health Professions Appeal and Review Board
• Health Services Appeal and Review Board
• Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario
• Law Society Tribunal
• Office of the Ombudsman of Ontario
• Ontario Civilian Police Commission
• Ontario Financial Services Commission – Dispute Resolution
• Ontario Licence Appeal Tribunal
• Ontario Physicians and Surgeons Discipline Tribunal
• Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators
• Ontario College of Pharmacists Discipline Committee
• Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
• Ontario College of Teachers
• The Ontario Securities Commission
• Provincial Offences Court re: Occupational Health and Safety Act
• RECO – Real Estate Council of Ontario – Self Governing Body

HEALTH PROFESSIONALS WE ACT FOR:

ACTING QUICKLY IS ESSENTIAL!

When your licence or business is threatened by any investigation or charge, you cannot afford to lose time. The clock is ticking against you.  Investigations move ahead and you can be contacted at any time. If you have not spoken to a Regulatory Defence Lawyer, you will not know what your rights are and what to say or not say.  You may give up information to an investigator that will be used against you at a later time. You may say things to a client, patient or colleague that can be used against you later or make matters worse, making your defence even more difficult.

CIVIL AND CRIMINAL ASPECTS OF REGULATORY OFFENCES

Many Regulatory Matters can expand into Civil lawsuits or even Criminal Charges. It is important to be aware of these aspects from the very beginning and ensure that no statements are made that can be used against you at a later date in any of those proceedings.

Regulatory Law, Criminal Law and Civil Law are Complex. LAWYER UP can see the big picture and advise you of any collateral issues that may arise.

RESPONDING TO COMPLAINTS, REPORTS TO THE COLLEGE, OR COLLEGE CONCERNS

Any time a formal complaint is made against you, your Regulatory Body, or a Report, or the College otherwise develops concerns as to whether you are in breach of your obligations, the code of conduct, or are showing a general lack of competence or capacity in the profession,  an investigator will usually be appointed.

In the case of complaints, in particular, the (ICRC) Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee of your Regulatory Body will forward you a copy and ask for your reply, typically within 10 days or 2 weeks.  Once this happens the CLOCK IS TICKING.

Before responding, get Professional Legal Advice from a Professional Discipline Lawyer at LAWYER UP.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ON PROFESSIONAL INVESTIGATION MATTERS:

1. YOU NEED LEGAL ADVICE AT THIS IMPORTANT STEP BEFORE YOU RESPOND.

2. You have a duty to Respond to Correspondence.

3. In the event an Investigator is appointed, you have a duty to cooperate.

4. Failure to respond to a complaint or cooperate with an investigator are grounds upon which you can be charged with Professional Misconduct and find yourself before a Discipline Committee for this, along with the original complaint. Therefore, do not bury your head in the sand. These matters must be dealt with. We can act as your buffer.

5. We will help you draft your written submissions to the College responding to the complaint, investigation, or report in such a manner that it will not harm you or be used against you in any future Discipline, Negligence, Civil or potential Criminal Action.

6. Should an Investigator be appointed by your Regulatory Body, we will advise you what to do and how to handle it. We will deal with them on your behalf or jointly with you. Their job is to dig into the matter to determine if you breached any Professional Regulations the Code of Conduct.

7. Your Response can be used against you if the matter should proceed to any discipline matter, so it is very important to prepare your response with EXTREME CARE, and with a dispassionate, objective viewpoint from LAWYER UP.

8. A poorly drafted reply can lead to the matter escalating to the Discipline Department, and harm you in any potential Professional Negligence Claim or Civil Lawsuit.

9. Your Response is critical to determining how this matter will be resolved as the ICRC will review it to determine whether this matter can be resolved informally or if the allegations and response justify the matter being referred to the Discipline Committee for further action against you.

10. The ICRC can also refer your matter to incapacity proceedings. If you are having issues we will assist you in this area as well.

11. ICRC can order you to take educational or other programs or give you a caution. These can end up on the College’s website for Discipline Cases and be marked under your name in the membership listing.

12. We will ensure that you receive a copy of the Report into the Investigation AND we make EFFECTIVE SUBMISSIONS on your behalf to the ICRC of your Regulatory Body.

However you got into the situation with the complainant, we seek to get you out with the best possible resolution. Call LAWYER UP for a confidential consultation.

OUR RANGE OF SERVICES

We will conduct criminal and quasi-criminal trials, regulatory and professional discipline hearings, appeals, advisory work, and witness representation.

• Giving you Proactive Strategies to stay ahead of any problems
• Providing timely advice to you during the investigation stage to preserve your rights
• Resolutions of Investigations, Complaints, Concerns of your regulator
• Act as a buffer between you and a complaint or your regulator
• Draft responses when you are required to give a written response to an investigation, complaint or report from your governing body
• If you have been charged or cited for any violations, we will review these with you and advise you of your options
• Attempt to negotiate and plea bargain for a fair and reasonable resolution when this is the best alternative for you.
• Conducting Trials and Quasi-criminal trials, based on the matter
• Representing you at discipline case conferences and hearings
• Launching and arguing Appeals (of IRC Committee decisions, Discipline Decisions, and any findings made by any Body, Board or Tribunal)
• Witness preparation
• Preventative Legal Advice
• Represent you in any Criminal Investigation to protect your rights
• Represent you to resolve or Defend Civil or Criminal matters

THE BURDEN OF PROOF

In Criminal Cases we all know that the Accused must be proven guilty “beyond a reasonable doubt”.   This means with near certainty.

When it comes to Regulatory Offences – different standards usually apply.

• If the offence is being prosecuted as a Quasi-Criminal Offence – the prosecution must prove all the required elements of the offence beyond a reasonable doubt.
• In othercases, proof of intent can be evidenced by mere negligence or failure to exercise due diligence.
• Proof on a balance of probabilities is sufficient in other charge.
• Lastly, some offences are Absolute Liability or Strict Liability Offences where a conviction can be registered without any intent whatsoever, only upon proof of the commission of the acts of the offence.

It is important to have a lawyer that knows the burden of proof that has to be met by the Prosecution.   We are familiar with all of the legal requirements in each type of Regulatory Legislation.

IN DEPTH INFO ON SOME MATTERS WE HANDLE:

Below is just a sample of additional information on some of the many regulatory matters that we handle:

ALCOHOL & GAMING COMMISSION OF ONTARIO (AGCO)

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT (OHSA)

ONTARIO SECURITIES COMMISSION (OSC)

REAL ESTATE COUNCIL OF ONTARIO (RECO)

ONTARIO MOTOR VEHICLE INDUSTRY COUNCIL (OMVIC)

GAMING LAWYER ONTARIO / LIQUOR LICENCE LAWYER ONTARIO

ALCOHOL & GAMING COMMISSION OF ONTARIO (AGCO)

AT LAWYER UP we have the specialised knowledge of this highly regulated industry and are competent in helping you navigate the challenges of your industry governed by the following legislation:

• LIQUOR LICENCE ACT
• GAMING CONTROL ACT
• ALCOHOL and GAMING REGULATION and PUBLIC PROTECTION ACT
• WINE CONTENT AND CONTROL ACT

WE CAN ACT FOR:

• Licenced Restaurant, Bar, Owners
• Banquet Hall Operators
• Licenced Lottery operators
• Charitable Organizations
• Bingo operators
• Internet gaming operators
• Gaming Suppliers

We are able to provide legal advice, representation, and defence for individuals and corporations in many areas including:

• Obtaining a Patio Licence from any Municipality
• Resolving concerns of AGCO regarding new applicants for licences (whether from AGCO, municipal authorities, police, or neighbourhood businesses, local residents or other groups)
• Resolving concerns of AGCO regarding obtaining new liquor licences, brew pub licences, manufacturers licences, transfers, increases in capacity, renewal, an extension of hours, special occasion permits and catering endorsements.
• Responding to letters of incident from AGCO
• Defending individuals and Corporate businesses charged under the Liquor Licence Act in the Provincial Offences Court.
• Conducting appeals of unfavourable decisions in the Licence Appeal Tribunal
• Launching judicial review of Licence Appeal Tribunal decisions in the Divisional Court.

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT LAWYER  OSHA LAWYER

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT (OHSA)

Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, (OHSA) the failure to provide safe working conditions that result in injury or death to a worker can result in huge fines and the risk of jail time. These penalties can seriously impact or end your business and wipe you out financially as an individual.  Going to Jail will remove you from your family and deprive you of your ability to earn an income and set you back substantially in life.

If you or your company are facing any OHSA matter, contact our office IMMEDIATELY as it is best to have advice while the investigations stage is ongoing.

We can interact with the Ministry of Labour at the early stages and ensure that evidence that supports your having followed the requirements of the OHSA and the Regulations were followed.

At LAWYER UP we can protect your legal rights and ensure you receive fair treatment and a just outcome.

OHSA PENALTIES

The maximum penalties for a contravention of OHSA or its regulations are set out in section 66 of the OHSA which reads:

A person who is convicted of an offence under the OHSA may be subject to:

• a fine of up to $500,000 for all other persons and/or up to 12 months imprisonment
• a fine of up to $1,500,000 for directors and officers of corporations and/or up to 12 months imprisonment
• a fine of up to $1,500,000 for a corporation

ENFORCEMENT OF THE OHSA REGULATIONS

Inspectors are the enforcement arm of the Ministry and their role includes:

• inspection of workplaces
• issuing of orders where there is a contravention of OHSA or its regulations
• investigation of critical injuries, fatalities, work refusals and health and safety complaints
• recommendation of prosecution

The powers an inspector may use to fulfil this role are set out in Sections 54 to 57 of the OHSA.

Enforcements may include issuing requirements or administrative orders against an employer or other persons, and where appropriate may result in a prosecution.

DUTIES OF EMPLOYERS

The duties for employers and other persons are found in sections 23 to 32 of the OHSA and vary depending on your position:

• constructor
• owner
• employer
• architect
• supervisor
• engineer
• worker
• director or officer of a corporation
• licensee (a holder of a logging licence under the Crown Timber Act)
• supplier

ABOUT THE OHSA

The Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) is Ontario’s legislation for workplace health and safety. There are also 25 regulations under the OHSA.

The main purpose of the OHSA is to provide the legal framework to protect workers from health and safety hazards on the job by:

• setting out duties for all workplace parties and rights for workers to help establish a strong internal responsibility system (IRS) in the workplace
• establishing measures and procedures for dealing with workplace hazards
• providing for enforcement of the law where compliance has not been achieved

About the “Internal Responsibility System” (IRS)

In order to ensure a safe workplace, the OHSA imposes various statutory duties on ALLparties in the workplace, not only Employers, but supervisors and workers. The goal in having a strong IRS is to develop a strong health and safety culture in a workplace and thereby reduce workplace injuries.

Employers and Supervisor’s Responsibility

• Employers and supervisors are required to properly address situations and acquaint workers with any hazards in the work which they perform BEFORE accidents occur.
• Senior management has the greatest responsibilities with respect to health and safety in the workplace.
• The respective roles and responsibilities for all workplace parties are detailed in the OHSA. This is the basis for the internal responsibility system.

Worker’s Responsibility

• Workers in the workplace who see a health and safety problem, such as a hazard or contravention of the OHSA in the workplace, have a statutory duty to report the situation to the employer or a supervisor.

Application of the OHSA

The OHSA APPLIES TO most workers, supervisors, employers and workplaces in Ontario:

• workplace owners
• constructors
• suppliers of equipment or materials to workplaces

The OHSA DOES NOT APPLY TO:

• farming operations run without workers or family farms;
• certain prescribed limitations and conditions for teachers,
• work done by the owner or occupant, or a servant of the owner or occupant, in a private residence or related properties an appurtenances.
• workplaces under federal jurisdiction, such as:
  • post offices
  • airlines and airports
  • banks
  • grain elevators
  • telecommunication companies
  • interprovincial trucking, shipping, railway and bus companies

KEY TAKE AWAY POINTS FOR OHSA

Penalties imposed for violations are very, very serious under the OHSA. Typically, injuries occur within the construction industry, but also at high rates in manufacturing industries and workers, supervisors, Management and the Company share responsibility and liability.

When an employee is injured or dies on the job, an investigation will be conducted by the  Ministry of Labor (“MOL”).  The police can become involved in the investigation as well.

We have extensive and detailed  knowledge of the legislation and the investigation and prosecution process for offences.

Our goal is to preserve your company’s reputation and avoid any injury or death resulting in a charge by the Ministry of Labour, but in many cases this cannot be avoided. When that is the case, we engage in rational negotiations with the Prosecution and the Ministry of Labour to seek a fair resolution which usually involves a fine.

If the matter can be defended, we will give the charges a vigorous well-prepared defence that is built to win.

If your company has experienced a workplace injury, call LAWYER UP immediately to speak to an Occupational Health and Safety Lawyer as it is essential for you to get sound legal advice before you speak about the matter.

SECURITIES DEFENCE LAWYER / OSC DEFENCE LAWYER ONTARIO SECURITIES DEFENCE LAWYER ONTARIO SECURITIES COMMISSION (OSC)

Contact a Securities Lawyer at LAWYER UP to get the advice you need to protect your interests if you believe you are being investigated or could be charged by the OSC – Ontario Securities Commission.

ABOUT THE OSC

The OSC (Ontario Securities Commission) carries out the powers, duties and functions given to it pursuant to the Securities Commission Act, 2021 and administers Ontario’s Securities Act, (the Act) and its General Regulation, as well as Ontario’s Commodity Futures Act and its General Regulation.   The Capital Markets Tribunal Rules of Procedure are made under the Statutory Powers Procedure Act.

The essential role of the OSC is to act as the regulatory body that enforces compliance with the Ontario Securities Commission Act.   Compliance can be enforced through one of two options:

• ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEEDINGS – this is the typical route and occurs at the OSC Tribunal. The OSC have wide powers for the protection of the public and can typically restrict you from any dealings in the industry for any period up to life, impose large fines and penalties. These financial orders can be collected like any other civil debt. A tribunal need only be satisfied of these elements on a “balance of probabilities” civil standard (rather than the “beyond reasonable doubt” criminal standard),
• QUASI-CRIMINAL CHARGES – this is less typical. Where the OSC decides to go this route, by laying quasi-criminal charges, the case would proceed in the Ontario Court of Justice. Penalties in this context are more serious and can include incarceration up to 5 years and large fines. The burden of proof is “beyond a reasonable doubt” as in criminal matters.

The Ontario Securities Commission Act seeks to protect investors in the financial markets in Ontario.  Where any company orindividual fails to follow the regulations, the result can be numerous from cease trading orders, disgorgement orders, serious fines, legal costs, other penalties, bans on trading and so forth.  In proper cases the OSC launches proceedings seeking  significant jail time.  Jail is likely for serious or repeat offenders.

The OSC have a great deal of resources, similar to the Police, and an entire team of prosecutors, and officers with specialised ability to conduct advanced forensic phone, computer and electronic services to support their case. The OSC apply for search warrants as in any other Criminal Case. In addition, the OSC use some non-traditional methods to obtain information that would surprise you.

THE TYPICAL ENFORCEMENT

Acting on information gained from victims, market insiders, their own investigations, or whistle-blowers, the OSC will implement a range of investigations to gather intelligence on a target and develop a strategic plan to seize evidence. Persons may be surveilled and monitored before the OSC “Operation” is put into effect.

The OSC will then essentially “Raid” an office with a search warrant with a large team able to gather evidence.

If you are thinking this could happen to you, then you need to act with speed to speak to us before you reveal anything to the OSC investigators.

Everything in your office is usually seized by the OSC BEFORE you find out you are charged. Phones, computers, fax machines, printers, notebooks, documents, even the trash in the trash can and paper shredder.  Photos or video are taken of everyone inside the office. Car licence plates are recorded. Your movements before and after the raid will be followed by unknown means, typically the placement of a GPS tracker placed on your vehicle.  The OSC utilizes many former senior RCMP, and other specialists trained in this type of financial crime.

COMPLIANCE REVIEWS & OSC ENFORCEMENT BRANCH

Under the Ontario Securities Act  the OSC will conduct compliance reviews typically  on site or elsewhere during which certain books and records will be examined. OSC staff may interview employees as well.   We do not get involved at this stage as you should have a compliance officer who deals with this or responsible persons to handle this.

If the OSC Compliance Review finds that your company has not been compliant, the OSC’s Enforcement Branch will get involved and commence their investigation, requesting various records.  If you are summoned to an interview, it is because the Enforcement Branch believes you have relevant information.  We can attend at any examinations under oath and provide you with legal advice.

The Bottom Line: if you are out of Compliance or summoned to an Examination at the OSC you will need a Securities Lawyer from LAWYER UP at you side.

LAWYER UP GIVES YOU COMPLETE PROTECTION

We provide full advice and defence of individuals and corporations under the Ontario Securities Act. We can also prepare witnesses for any interviews and assist or defend you at any stage of the proceedings or from beginning to end.

We are knowledgeable about the Ontario Securities Act and their proceedings, investigative tools and powers of the Commission.

DON’T BE CAUGHT BY SURPRISE BY THE OSC

• You may not realize it but you may have had your movements tracked by GPS and communications intercepted by the OSC. Your office may be subject to search and an OSC raid.
• Don’t be caught by surprise. If you believe you could face an OSC investigation or charges or if you are already in that position, contact a Securities Lawyer at LAWYER UP immediately.
• The Ontario Securities Act gives the OSC some very “unique” powers when handling your case that make it unlike what you would normally expect in any hearing or criminal case. The OSC has the power to find an accused guilty and  make extremely excessive penalties if they deem them “in the public interest” to do so.
• OSC have the power to prosecute charges as Quasi- Cirminal Charges in the Ontario Court of Justice where you could face up to 5 years in jail.

DEFENCE LAWYER FOR HEARINGS AT OSC TRIBUNAL

In hearings before the OSC Tribunal the typical proceeding will involve:

• The prosecutor laying out the allegations
• Prosecutor calling witnesses
• Defence holding cross examination of those witnesses
• Prosecution will call certain evidence in support of their case
• Submissions will be made by Defence as to Evidence put forward by the prosecutor
• General Submissions in summation will be made by both sides
• Motions may be made for specific reasons with orders made by the OSC
• Final Order will be made at the end which is appealable within 30 days

DEFENCE LAWYER FOR OSC QUASI-CRIMINAL CHARGES

The OSC has the authority to lay quasi-criminal charges under the Ontario Securities Act. The key points of these proceedings are:

• The OSC will investigate the charges;
• The OSC will provide a special OSC Prosecutor for the offence as opposed to a general crown attorney in Criminal Court;
• Proceedings are very much like criminal cases.
• The prosecutor bears the burden to prove all essential elements of the charges beyond a reasonable doubt
• As there are criminal sanctions at stake, the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms is available for all accused to protect their rights against abuse.

JUDICIAL REVIEW AND APPEAL

• A Decision of the OSC Tribunal – these can be appealed to the Divisional Court within 30 days of the final order/decision.

• A Decision made in a quasi-judicial proceeding can be appealed within 30 days of the sentencing to the Superior Court of Justice.

NOTE: As time is of the essence you must seek advice immediately about your appeal. Judicial reviews and appeals require review of the transcripts and record and preparation of all necessary Appeal Documents.

If you wish to appeal any adverse decision, contact LAWYER UP.  We are an OSC DEFENCE FIRM.

REAL ESTATE AND BROKER LAWYER ONTARIO

RECO LAWYER ONTARIO

RECO – Real Estate Council of Ontario – Self Governing Body

If you are a Real Estate Agent or Broker you know how valuable your licence is.  At LAWYER UP and fellow professionals we understand that you must meet the high standards set by your professional regulator and under the Real Estate and Business Brokers Act, 2002.

Breach of your obligations can be SERIOUS!

You can face:

• A warning or caution;
• Huge fines;
• Legal Costs;
• Jail time up to 2 years for breaching provisions of REBBA
• Suspension of your Licence
• Revocation of your Licence
• Embarrassing Public Media coverage
• Public record on the RECO website of Discipline record
• They can also provide a foundation for Civil Lawsuit
• Serve as evidence in any Criminal Proceedings against you

The Real Estate Council of Ontario (“RECO”) is the governing body that governs, investigates and enforces the rules that real estate salespeople, brokers and brokerages must follow. It establishes the Code of Ethics and Conduct for its members. These powers are delegated to RECO by the Province of Ontario under the Real Estate and Business Brokers Act, 2002, (“REBBA”).

LAWYER UP represents individual sales agents as well as brokers  at any stage of their proceedings:

• When Advocating for your Licence at the time of Accreditation or at the Licence Appeal Tribunal
• When complaint made to RECO
• When an investigated commenced by RECO
• At a Disciplinary Hearing conducted by RECO
• When charged under REBBA – defending you at the Provincial Offences Court
• In any Appeal of any decision made
• At the Licence Appeal Tribunal

RECO HAS THE FOLLOWING POWERS:

1. REGISTRAR’S ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION: RECO can refuse, revoke, void, suspend, or apply conditions to, someone’s registration. Those that are the subject of the action are entitled to a hearing before the Licence Appeal Tribunal or the Ontario Superior Court of Justice.
2. PROVINCIAL CHARGES AND CONVICTIONS: RECO can lay charges under the Provincial Offences Act for breaches of REBBA, the legislation that governs real estate salespeople, brokers, brokerages and those required to be registered to trade in real estate in Ontario. These are heard in Provincial Court.
3. DISCIPLINE MATTERS: The conduct of someone registered can be referred to RECO’s Discipline Committee for a hearing to consider allegations of breaches of the Code of Ethics, which forms part of REBBA. Discipline orders can include large fines, costs, orders to take additional upgrading or other applicable orders and the suspension or revocation of your licence. The result will be posted publicly against your name. You could face up to 2 years in jail for Breaches of REBBA if Prosecuted in Provincial Offences Court.Adverse findings by RECO are registered against you on the RECO Website and are available to the Public.

MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERS ACT LAWYER

ONTARIO MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERS ACT LAWYER

OMVIC LAWYER

ONTARIO MOTOR VEHICLE INDUSTRY COUNCIL (OMVIC)

At LAWYER UP, we have the specialised knowledge of this highly regulated industry. We are competent in helping you navigate the challenges in the Ontario Motor Vehicle Licencing Industry.

We are able to provide legal advice, representation, and defence for individuals and Corporations, Salespersons, Dealerships, in areas related to the Motor Vehicle Dealers Act.

We are familiar with the Legislation governing your industry: the Motor Vehicle Dealers Act, and the ONTARIO MOTOR VEHICLE INDUSTRY COUNCIL (OMVIC) which regulates the industry.

We can assist individuals or corporations with many issues in this area including:

• Obtaining any licences under the Act (salesperson, wholesale dealer, retail dealer and any licensing issues.
• Representing you if you are seeking to renew your licence
• Representing you if you are facing a Notice of Proposal to Revoke or Refuse to Renew a Licence before the Licence Appeal Tribunal
• Preparing correspondence to respond to complaints from consumers or defences to lawsuits commenced against you
• Preparing responses to OMVIC on your behalf
• Assisting you with Investigations by OMVIC or the Police
• Assisting you with handling OMVIC investigators
• Representing anyone charged under the Motor Vehicle Dealers Act
• Handling any Civil Litigation that may come from any dealings with the Public
• Handling and Defending any Criminal Allegations or Charges you may face as we act in numerous auto related cases
• Providing any related advice including advice on the Insurance Act as it pertains to the Auto Industry, and related provisions of the Criminal Code pertaining to Auto Theft, Proceeds of Crime, & Fraud
• Giving you reliable advice. We are on top of the leading cases and developments in your industry
• We can represent you if you are facing any issues in this industry