Author Archives: Michael Ilg

About Michael Ilg

LL.B., LL.M. (Queen's), Ph.D. Candidate (UBC). Associate Professor. Please click here for more information.

You Shall Not Pass Go: The End of Monopoly (and Self-Governance) for BC Lawyers

By: Michael Ilg Matter Commented On: Bill 21– 2024, Legal Professions Act, 5th Session, 42nd Parliament (2024) PDF Version: You Shall Not Pass Go: The End of Monopoly (and Self-Governance) for BC Lawyers What is the difference between a dairy … Continue reading

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It’s Not Easy Being Mean

By: Michael Ilg Decision Commented On: Peterson v College of Psychologists of Ontario, 2023 ONSC 4685 (CanLII) PDF Version: It’s Not Easy Being Mean If there is anything worse than being seen as mean – as in saying words that … Continue reading

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Thumbs Up, Bruh – Informality and the New Art of Contract Formation

By: Michael Ilg Case Commented on: South West Terminal Ltd v Achter Land, 2023 SKKB 116 (CanLII) PDF Version: Thumbs Up, Bruh – Informality and the New Art of Contract Formation Saskatchewan grain contracts rarely attract international media attention, but … Continue reading

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An Equity Rationale for the Enforcement of the Corporate Veil?: The Alberta Court of Appeal Considers a Joint Venture Agreement in the Shadow of Corporate Reorganization

Cases Considered: Apex Corporation v Ceco Developments Ltd., 2008 ABCA 125 PDF Version:  An Equity Rationale for the Enforcement of the Corporate Veil?: The Alberta Court of Appeal Considers a Joint Venture Agreement in the Shadow of Corporate Reorganization  Common … Continue reading

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