Problem
• What major component of Westlaw Canada is not available in LexisNexis/Quicklaw?
• Name the encyclopedias that are available on:
- Westlaw Canada ______________________________________________
- LexisNexis/Quicklaw _____________________________________________
• Search both databases using this citation: 2007 SCC 9. Once the appropriate case appears in full-text in front of you in each database, answer the questions below:
o What is the style of cause (case name) in:
- Westlaw Canada ______________________________________________
- LexisNexis/Quicklaw _____________________________________________
o Locate the list of citations and parallel citations for this case. What is the very first citation that appears in:
- Westlaw Canada _______________________________________________
- LexisNexis/Quicklaw ______________________________________________
o Which database has a chart of the case history?
o Describe how you would note up the case in each database (i.e., what is the name and where do you find the noting-up feature in each system?):
- Westlaw Canada _______________________________________________
- LexisNexis/Quicklaw ______________________________________________
• Describe your experience so far in using both Westlaw Canada and LexisNexis/Quicklaw. For example, is there one that you prefer? If so, why? Do you find them user-friendly, intuitive to use? etc.