Allan Rouben

Frequently asked questions

Can Allan Rouben appeal a family ruling where the judge may have misapplied the best interests of the child?

Allan Rouben takes family law appeals in custody, access, support and property cases. A judge misapplying a legal standard such as the child's best interests is one of the questions worth examining, and because these appeals turn so heavily on the facts, the record has to be combed for the one or two points with a real chance of success.

Will Allan Rouben take on a judicial review of a College of Physicians and Surgeons or Labour Relations Board decision?

Allan Rouben handles judicial review as a separate process from appeals. Reviewable decisions include those of the Ontario Labour Relations Board, the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario and other health colleges, and professional bodies such as Professional Engineers of Ontario. In Ontario there's now a 30 day limit to start the application.

My union didn't represent me fairly. Can Allan Rouben bring a duty of fair representation claim?

Allan Rouben's labour law work includes claims against unions for breaching the duty of fair representation, alongside union representation matters more generally.

A defamatory online review or social media post is hurting my business. What can Allan Rouben do?

Allan Rouben handles online defamation, including damaging business reviews, social media posts and blogs. Depending on the case, the aim may be getting the material taken down quickly, negotiating a settlement or taking the claim to court.

My insurer cut off my SABS accident benefits. Can Allan Rouben help, including with a complaint to FSRA?

Allan Rouben acts for people hurt in accidents when an insurer refuses or reduces their statutory accident benefits, and also handles insurance regulatory matters such as complaints to the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario.

At what point in a long-term disability claim can Allan Rouben step in?

Allan Rouben can help at any stage of a long-term disability claim, from the first application, through denials and disputes over what the policy means, to settlement talks and court.