Personal Injury Lawyers
October 11, 2018
Most people know that sporting events can sometimes leave participants with unwanted bumps, bruises, and cuts. However, nobody expects to be assaulted on the field of play. A recent recreational soccer match in Hamilton ended with one player punching another, leading the victim to sue the league, the venue, and the team. The victim lost […]
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October 5, 2018
No matter how careful you are while driving, motor vehicle accidents can still occur due to either the actions of others, or a brief lapse in attention or judgment on one’s part. A recent case before the British Columbia Supreme Court underscores the costly consequences of failing to abide by the rules of the road. […]
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September 27, 2018
Insurance policies are contracts between insurance companies and the people they insure. In Canada, insurance companies, or insurers, have a legally-established duty of “good faith” towards the people they insure. This means the courts have imposed an implied obligation on insurance companies to deal with their client in good faith when people bring claims. In […]
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September 20, 2018
Travelling abroad can be a wonderful experience and a great way to spend one’s time. However, when accidents occur while traveling, people may find themselves engaged in a confusing and difficult to navigate situation. Such was the case in a decision from the Ontario Court of Appeal. The accident and the state’s insurance The situation […]
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September 13, 2018
There’s a lot to be said about ensuring employment contracts are clear and unambiguous. That said, situations can arise where a seemingly easy to define term is used only to end up being the topic of litigation. Take for example a recent decision from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in which the court had […]
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September 7, 2018
Most automobile accidents involve at least one person driving a car. But that’s not always the case. A recent decision from Ontario’s Superior Court of Justice saw the court taking a look at whether or not someone has to be in their vehicle in order to have access to accident benefits. A taxi fare turns […]
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August 31, 2018
People purchasing automobile insurance in Alberta are able to purchase an optional piece of coverage known as the Family Protection Endorsement, or SEF 44, which provides them and their family members with excess insurance to cover damages over $200,000 in the case that the driver of a car they are in an accident with only […]
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August 28, 2018
The Ontario Superior Court of Justice was recently tasked with determining whether a municipality, which was named as an additional insured on a highway maintenance company’s insurance plan, could appoint their own counsel and manage their own defence. The action arose after the plaintiff was struck from behind by a vehicle while walking along the […]
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August 23, 2018
Plaintiffs in personal injury claims can apply for interim payments while working through the courts. These payments are intended to be a portion of the total compensation a party is likely to receive stemming from a claim. These payments can be useful to people who need quick access to rehabilitation, or have other financial needs, […]
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August 16, 2018
Returning to work after an injury can take months, or in some cases, years. Long-term disability (“LTD”) benefits exist to allow employees to take the time needed regain their health and return to work. However, in a recent case before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the court was asked whether an employee’s continued receipt […]
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