What is a Pre-trial and Why Do I Need One?
This post was originally published on Nov 3rd, 2010 and updated on June 17th, 2020. If you have a personal injury lawsuit in Ottawa or certain other jurisdictions in this Eastern Ontario, you will have a pretrial before your case goes to trial before a judge or a judge and jury. [...]
Defensive Driving: What to Do If You Get a Flat Tire While Driving
This post was originally published on Sep 2nd, 2012 and updated on June 16th, 2020. There is nothing worse than a flat tire. Especially at night! Ugh! Have you heard the ominous “thump thump thump” while driving? You know that noise means your vehicle is now operating one wheel [...]
How Can We Have A Successful Examination for Discovery?
Many plaintiffs in the GTA worry about their examination for discovery. Examination for discovery is an important part of your case. It is the first time the opposing lawyer hears from you directly. The defence lawyer hired by the insurance company will develop an impression of the strength of your [...]
5 Things You Should Know Before You Settle Your Accident Benefit Claim
Are you thinking about resolving your accident benefit case? If you are representing yourself on your motor vehicle accident file, or even just looking after your own accident benefit claim, the insurance adjuster may approach you to discuss settling your accident benefit claim. Many claimants in the Greater Toronto Area [...]
How Can I Have Success at Examination for Discovery? | Ontario
This post was originally published on Nov 3rd, 2010 and updated on June 12th, 2020. Many plaintiffs worry about the examination for discovery. The truth is, this is an important part of your case. It is the first time the opposing lawyer hears from you directly. Not only will the [...]
Choosing Your Ottawa Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
If you or a loved one in Eastern Ontario has suffered a spinal cord injury caused by someone else’s negligence, you need a personal injury law firm that is well equipped, experienced and with enough financial clout to fight for all available funding. Getting the maximum settlement or trial [...]
How Long Will It Take to Settle My Ontario Accident Case?
This post was originally published on Sep 3rd, 2010 and updated on June 4th, 2020. As personal injury lawyers who meet hundreds of accident clients, we know that if you have been in a motor vehicle collision, either as a driver, passenger, cyclist or pedestrian, you are probably wondering how [...]
Dealing with Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is a very serious and common issue that often arises after a trauma like a motor vehicle accident or a slip and fall. The widespread problem is the leading cause of long-term disability in the US. The American Academy of Pain Medicine estimates that more than 1.5 [...]
Can an Insurance Company Follow and Videotape Me if I Made a Long-Term Disability Claim?
After you make a claim for long-term disability (LTD) benefits, your insurer will need to assess it in a comprehensive manner to determine credibility. Before any benefits are paid out, they want to be sure that your assertion isn’t fraudulent or misrepresented. If you claim you hurt your back, [...]
I’m Receiving Long-Term Disability Benefits; Can I Still Work?
If you’re receiving long-term disability (LTD) insurance but are eager to keep busy, would doing some work - even part-time - put your benefits in jeopardy? The answer is maybe. Your specific policy will determine the parameters of your rights and responsibilities when it comes to working. For the [...]
