Understanding Ontario’s No-Fault Insurance: What Every Driver Should Know
If you've recently been injured in a motor vehicle accident in Ontario, you're probably hearing a lot about "no-fault insurance." But what does that really mean for you? Many people mistakenly believe that "no-fault" means fault doesn't matter or that you can't sue an at-fault driver. In reality, Ontario's [...]
How SABS Changes Have Made Ontario Insurers Less Accountable
What Is the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS)? The Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS) is the framework in Ontario that governs no-fault accident benefits for individuals injured in motor vehicle accidents. These benefits include coverage for medical and rehabilitation expenses, income replacement, attendant care, and more. Unfortunately, recent legislative [...]
What Can Families Claim After a Fatal Accident in Ontario?
Losing a loved one in a preventable accident—whether from a car crash, a fall, or another act of negligence—is one of the hardest things a family can endure. In addition to overwhelming grief, many families are left wondering what legal rights they have and whether compensation is available. At [...]
Understanding Compensation for Loss of Care, Guidance, and Companionship After a Wrongful Death in Ontario
When a family member dies in a preventable accident—whether in a car crash, a fall, or another act of negligence—the emotional toll can be immense. Ontario law recognizes this kind of non-financial harm through damages for loss of care, guidance, and companionship. At Auger Hollingsworth, we work closely with [...]
Why It’s So Hard to Make That First Call—and Why You’ll Feel Better Once You Do
If you’ve been injured in an accident, picking up the phone to call a personal injury lawyer might feel like the hardest part. You may be in pain, missing work, trying to keep up with your family’s needs, and feeling emotionally drained. The idea of calling a lawyer might [...]
How We Use Discovery Transcripts to Impeach Witnesses at Trial
In Ontario personal injury trials, a powerful tool for revealing the truth is **impeachment**—using a witness’s past statements from discovery to challenge what they say in court. It’s not just drama—it’s strategy. At Auger Hollingsworth, we use Rule 31.11(2) of the Rules of Civil Procedure and sections 20–21 of [...]
Read-Ins from Discovery: How Past Testimony Becomes Evidence
If you’ve been examined for discovery in a personal injury case, that testimony might come back at trial. In Ontario, lawyers can “read in” portions of the transcript under Rule 31.11 to support their client’s case. It’s a powerful way to turn your opponent’s words into your evidence. At [...]
Using Medical Reports at Trial Under Section 52 of the Evidence Act
Medical evidence is the heart of any personal injury case. But getting that evidence into the record efficiently and properly is crucial. In Ontario, **Section 52 of the Evidence Act** provides a streamlined way to admit medical reports—saving time and avoiding the need for live testimony in many cases. [...]
Admitting Business Records into Evidence: What You Need to Know
In Ontario personal injury trials, business records—like medical charts, treatment logs, or insurance notes—can be powerful evidence. But they must meet the strict criteria under **Section 35 of the Evidence Act** to be admitted. At Auger Hollingsworth, we frequently rely on s. 35 to admit hospital records, rehab reports, [...]
How to Handle Evidence When the Other Side Refuses to Cooperate
If the opposing party refuses to agree to a Joint Document Brief (JDB), don’t panic. There are still effective tools available to get your evidence in—especially in Ontario personal injury trials. At Auger Hollingsworth, we know how to respond when opposing counsel plays games with evidence. First, we document [...]
