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Choosing the right law firm: Q&A with Toronto’s top lawyers
Why do you choose to practice in personal injury law? When I graduated from Queen’s Law, I knew I wanted to be a civil litigator advocating for clients in the...
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Graduated Licensing, Impaired Driving and Personal Liability
1/12/17Last week, we discussed the possible civil liability implications if a person causes a motor vehicle accident and they found to be impaired by drugs or alcohol. This post looks at the consequences of driving while impaired for young drivers,...
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Personal Liability for Impaired Driving Accidents
24/11/17The Ontario Provincial Police have begun their annual holiday RIDE campaign to fight impaired driving in the province. Impaired driving is the leading criminal cause of death and injury in Canada, and in addition to serious criminal consequences, impaired drivers...
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The Ten Day Notice Rule – Accidents on Public Property
17/11/17Last week, we talked about what to do if you are injured in a slip and fall accident. This post looks specifically at slip and falls, and other accidents on public property and sidewalks, which must be reported to the...
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What To Do After a Slip and Fall Accident
10/11/17As the temperature drops below zero, ice and snow can lead to serious slip and fall accidents. Last winter, we offered some tips for avoiding dangerous slips and falls, but if it happens, here are some important tips to protect...
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Case Commentary – Family Claims for Mental Distress
3/11/17A recent motion decision means that a claim for the mental distress suffered by family members after the loss of a loved one will proceed to trial. Claims for mental distress arising from negligence This summer, we wrote about the...
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How the Family Law Act Can Help an Accident Victim’s Family
27/10/17The impact of a serious personal injury extends to the victim's family members. An injured person may no longer be able to work and provide income, or may require ongoing care from relatives. Furthermore, their relationship with family members can...
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Proposed Ontario Legislation Toughens Penalties for Distracted Driving
20/10/17The Ontario government plans to introduce legislation that will increase the penalties for careless and distracted driving, as well as introducing a new offence when careless driving leads to serious injury or death. What is distracted driving? While many people...
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Birth Injuries and Medical Malpractice Claims
13/10/17Every expecting parent wants one thing: a healthy baby. In a few tragic cases however, birth injuries result in serious trauma that can impact mother and child for the rest of their lives. While these are often accidents, there are...
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What is the Duty to Mitigate Damages After an Accident?
5/10/17In personal injury claims, injured victims are said to have a "duty to mitigate" their injuries. What does this mean for you and your claim for damages? The legal duty to mitigate is an obligation on the claimant The plaintiff...
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Case Commentary – Time Limits for Disputing Accident Benefits Coverage Decisions
28/09/17A recent decision by the Ontario Licence Appeal Tribunal ("LAT") confirms that there is a strict two-year time limit for disputing a denial of accident benefits coverage. Claimants should consult with an accident benefits lawyer as soon as possible to...
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