Personal Injury Lawyers
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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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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January 24, 2019
We lean on insurance policies to help provide relief when injured. In an ideal world, such dealings would be straightforward and uncomplicated. However, in the world of insurance policies and insurance law, such simplicity is not always the case. A recent decision from the Court of Appeal for Ontario highlights one of the curveballs that […]
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July 19, 2018
On July 17, 2016, two people were enjoying a boat ride when the driver of the vessel lost control, crashing into the shoreline, causing injuries to his passenger. The passenger sued the driver of the boat (the “driver”), alleging he was negligent in operating it. She also presented a claim against the boat’s owner (the […]
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May 18, 2017
With the summer beginning, many people in Ontario can’t wait to get out on the water to enjoy fishing, water skiing and explore the outdoors. Unfortunately, careless or dangerous behaviour while boating can result in serious personal injury. Taking a few simple precautions can help keep you and your passengers safe this season. Get certified. Anyone […]
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