What Guides Us: Auger Hollingsworth’s Core Values and Why They Matter to You
At Auger Hollingsworth, our commitment to helping injured clients across Ontario goes beyond legal skill—it is rooted in a strong set of core values that guide every action we take. These five values shape how we approach our cases, interact with our clients, and collaborate within our team. They [...]
What is Mediation and How Can It Help Settle My Personal Injury Case?
Mediation is an effective and often less stressful way to resolve personal injury claims without going to trial. At Auger Hollingsworth, we frequently use mediation to help our clients settle their cases quickly and fairly. In a mediation, both parties meet with a neutral third party—the mediator—who helps them [...]
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., [...]
What Makes Auger Hollingsworth Different? Our Core Values Are Your Advantage
After an accident, it’s hard to know where to turn. You’re hurt, stressed, and facing insurance companies that don’t seem to care. What you need is someone in your corner—someone who not only knows the law, but who shows up, stands up, and gets things done. That’s what we [...]
What to Do Before You Start a Personal Injury Claim in Ontario
If you've been injured in an accident, the early steps you take can make or break your personal injury case. At Auger Hollingsworth, our experienced legal team has guided thousands of Ontarians through this complex process. Here's how to protect your claim before it even starts. DO: Be thorough [...]
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 [...]