Recent changes to the Rules of Civil Procedure will affect doctors, psychologists, occupational therapists, engineers, accountants and all other professionals who may be called upon to testify in court as an “expert”. The role of the expert witness is to assist the court on specialist or technical matters within their expertise.
While some of the amendments are positive, we are concerned that these reforms do not reflect the reality that very few people in Ontario actually purchase optional increased accident benefits coverage. In effect, this will likely result in overall reduced insurance funding for persons injured in motor vehicle accidents. Whether there will be a corresponding reduction in insurance premiums has yet to be seen.
Many people believe that their homeowner’s insurance only provides them with coverage if they suffer a theft, fire or other serious loss involving or occurring at their home. In fact
This article (co-authored with Roger Oatley) examines various legal grounds on which liability can be established in swimming and diving accident cases.
This article (co-authored with Roger Oatley) examines the case of Abdallah v. Snopek and the boundaries of closing argument in an Ontario civil trial.
An analysis of whether Canada Pension Plan disability benefits are deductible from damages awarded as a result of personal injuries suffered in an Ontario motor vehicle accident.
The difficulties and challenges that face victims and their families.
Please click here to read ‘Preparing The Case Against the Tavern’, by Robert Durante.
The importance of maintaining an independent bench and bar – illustrated by someone who has seen the alternative.
A article of your liability as a property owner as set out in The Occupier’s Liability Act.
