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Navigating the Challenges of General Damages in Ontario: The Impact of Increasing Statutory Deductibles on Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation

March 19, 2024

Individuals who have been injured as a result of a motor vehicle accident may have an entitlement to seek general damages, which are also commonly known as non-pecuniary damages or damages for pain and suffering. However, it is important to note that the process of receiving compensation for general damages in Ontario can pose some […]

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Accident Benefits

Divisional Court: “Fairness and Inclusivity” at the Heart of Ontario’s Accident Benefits Law

August 21, 2023

Ms. Kellerman-Bernard’s (“NKB”) son was seriously injured in a bike accident. Although NKB did not witness the accident, it traumatized her, resulting in significant psychological and emotional impairments. NKB submitted to her own auto insurer an OCF-19: Application for Determination of Catastrophic Impairment (“OCF-19”) NKB’s auto insurer disputed her right to submit the OCF-19 and […]

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Sports Injuries

Hockey Injury Lawsuit Sparks Discussion About Player Safety

July 23, 2023

Isaac Dixon was an elite athlete with a bright future. He was a defenceman for the Grand Falls Rapids of the Maritime Junior Hockey League (“MHL”), a junior-A level subsidiary of the Canadian Junior Hockey League (“CJHL”) and Hockey Canada. At 18 years old, his career was brought to a sudden, tragic end. On December […]

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Young man in a wheelchair with luggage at the airport

Out of Province & International Accidents

Steps to Take if You Are a Canadian from Ontario Injured in Florida – The Basics

July 20, 2023

We come on the sloop John B My grandfather and me Around Nassau town we did roam Drinkin’ all night Got into a fight Well, I feel so broke up I wanna go home Sloop John B, Brian Wilson As mentioned in a previous Derfel Injury Law blog, the chances of someone getting injured while […]

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Senior man travel tired and have a knee ache

Out of Province & International Accidents

Florida 101: The Rights of Canadians Injured in Florida

June 26, 2023

Welcome to Florida 101! This is the first in a series of educational blogs for Ontario residents about personal injury law in the State of Florida. Each year, Florida welcomes over 3 million Canadians, most of whom are looking to escape the harsh winter weather and enjoy the year-round warmth of the Sunshine State.[i] That […]

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man on the beach with a bandage in his wrist

Out of Province & International Accidents

Common Injuries Experienced by Canadians Vacationing (or Living) in Florida

June 21, 2023

Vacations are meant to be a stress-free break from your normal, fast-paced life that allow you to rest, recuperate, and recharge. However, they do not always turn out this way; unfortunately, you are more likely to get injured while on vacation out of province than in your daily life. Around 15-37% of vacationers experience some […]

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Boating Accidents

Everything You Need to Know About Boating Laws in Ontario

June 12, 2023

Ontario is home to roughly one fifth of all the freshwater on Earth. Beyond the Great Lakes, Ontario contains over 250,000 lakes. It’s no wonder why millions of Ontarians take to them each Summer, many by way of boats, or what Transport Canada refers to as “Pleasure Crafts”. With the temperature rising, boats are beginning […]

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Disability Claims

The Rights of Adults with Disabilities: Court of Appeal Allows Class Action Against the Province to Go Ahead

May 30, 2023

Blog by David Derfel and Rachel Weitz Leroux v Ontario, 2023 ONCA 314 A young developmentally disabled woman from Timmins has been given the green light to move forward with a potentially ground-breaking class action against the Ontario government. The Ontario Court of Appeal recently overturned a 2021 Divisional Court decision that dismissed a 2018 […]

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Accident Benefits

Passenger Of Uninsured Driver Not Covered by Owner’s Policy

November 28, 2019

When riding as a passenger in a motor vehicle, it’s natural to expect to be covered under the owner’s or driver’s insurance coverage. However, a recent decision from the Court of Appeal for Ontario serves as a reminder that not every situation affords passengers that protection in the event of a motor vehicle accident. No […]

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Automobile Accidents

Who Is Liable For Advanced Damage Before Fault Is Determined?

September 13, 2019

When someone is injured in a motor vehicle accident and is seeking damages from another party, it could be years before the situation works its way through the courts. In the meantime, the injured person may still face financial challenges as a result of the accident, such as medical bills. In some situations, the injured […]

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Accident Benefits

Navigating the Challenges of General Damages in Ontario: The Impact of Increasing Statutory Deductibles on Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation

Accident Benefits

Divisional Court: “Fairness and Inclusivity” at the Heart of Ontario’s Accident Benefits Law

Sports Injuries

Hockey Injury Lawsuit Sparks Discussion About Player Safety

Out of Province & International Accidents

Steps to Take if You Are a Canadian from Ontario Injured in Florida – The Basics

Out of Province & International Accidents

Florida 101: The Rights of Canadians Injured in Florida

Out of Province & International Accidents

Common Injuries Experienced by Canadians Vacationing (or Living) in Florida

Boating Accidents

Everything You Need to Know About Boating Laws in Ontario

Disability Claims

The Rights of Adults with Disabilities: Court of Appeal Allows Class Action Against the Province to Go Ahead

Accident Benefits

Passenger Of Uninsured Driver Not Covered by Owner’s Policy

Automobile Accidents

Who Is Liable For Advanced Damage Before Fault Is Determined?

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