Dive into the intricacies of civil law with Hamish and Stan, associate lawyers at Nelligan Law, in episode 2 of Civil Banter. This week, Stan and Hamish explore Gill v. Gill, a contract dispute involving a family home. They walk through the legal issues, the trial outcome, and how the Court of Appeal ultimately made a decision. Along the way, they explain key concepts like specific performance, expectation damages, and what makes a contract unique enough to be enforced in full. It’s an emotionally charged case that raises important questions about how people value a family home, and what happens when legal rights and personal relationships collide. Also in the mix: virtual golf, practical effects in sci-fi, and a few well-deserved shout-outs.
