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What Is My Concussion or Mild Brain Injury Worth in Ontario?

Concussions and mild traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can have serious long-term effects. At Auger Hollingsworth, we’ve represented many clients whose lives were deeply affected by head injuries—even when their physical symptoms appeared minor at first. The value of your concussion case depends on several factors: Severity of symptoms (e.g., [...]

By |May 29, 2025|Blog|

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 [...]

By |May 29, 2025|Blog|

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 [...]

By |May 29, 2025|Blog|

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. [...]

By |May 29, 2025|Blog|

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, [...]

By |May 29, 2025|Blog|

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 [...]

By |May 29, 2025|Blog|

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