We often hear about American cases in which injured people receive damages awards in excess of $1 million for pain and suffering. The law in Canada is very different.
Imagine that you or one of your family members is seriously injured in a motor vehicle collision. You may not be able to return to work. You may require expensive […]
A jury trial begins with the assembly of a jury panel. Dozens of members of the community are randomly chosen to gather in a courtroom.
Most people wouldn’t think about driving their car or truck without insurance. It is an offence to drive an uninsured off-road vehicle.
There are all sorts of medical conditions that can make it difficult to drive safely. Some medical conditions cause people to black out or have seizures. Other medical conditions impact […]
Winter driving can be hazardous. Every winter we hear about countless car crashes caused by snow and ice. The provincial Ministry of Transportation (“MTO”) and municipalities have a duty to […]
Doctors do their best to provide treatment and care to their patients. However, sometimes they make mistakes. Sometimes these mistakes can have grave consequences for their patients. As a personal […]
Most people are familiar with insurance “deductibles” associated with property damage claims. When a stone chips your windshield or your car is damaged in a fender bender, your insurance company […]
The swimming season is coming to an end. Pool owners are packing up their solar blankets and pool noodles. As the swimming season ends, it is worth reflecting to consider […]