Injury Lawyers
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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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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September 6, 2019
Pursuing compensation for injuries suffered in an automobile accident can be a complicated and drawn out process. Identifying who is responsible for an accident and how those responsible are to be defended through insurance can be tough to navigate. A recent decision from the Court of Appeal for Ontario highlights these types of complications. Negligent […]
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August 29, 2019
It’s almost time for children to be heading back to school. In most parts of Canada, the start of the school year provides great weather for children in close proximity to the school to ride bikes or walk to school. While it’s great to save energy and get exercise on our daily commutes, it’s also […]
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August 23, 2019
We wrote a blog a few weeks ago about the importance of practicing proper safety in and around water. A tragic event which reached resolution in the courts this summer highlights the dangers and consequences of not practicing water safety, particularly as it relates to alcohol and boating. A precedent setting case The case represented […]
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August 16, 2019
When an injury happens at work, people can turn to the short-term or long-term disability benefits provided by their employers, should they have such policies in place. Some injuries are of such a nature that they can be identified right away, while others may take a long time to show up, such as brain injuries. […]
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August 9, 2019
The hot summer months provide us with great opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, and what better way to beat the heat than to relax by a pool. Unfortunately, accidents at the pool or at a cottage can occur. Common injuries include slips and falls, accidents stemming from poorly maintained properties, accidents stemming from poorly maintained […]
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August 1, 2019
We wrote about an assault victim looking to place liability on the owners of a store in last week’s blog. In that situation, the victim was not successful in seeking to place liability on the store. However in this week’s blog, another victim of an assault sought to assign liability to the City of Calgary. […]
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July 26, 2019
If you become injured while at a commercial establishment, you may be entitled to recover damages against the business for your injuries. However, not every type of incident will lend itself to the business being liable. This was the case in a recent decision from the Supreme Court of British Columbia. The events leading up […]
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July 18, 2019
While it may be comforting to know that you have insurance to protect you in the event of an automobile accident, it is important to read and understand your insurance policy. A failure to do so may leave you without a clear understanding of your obligations under the policy. A good example of the risks […]
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