Legal Blog
Every solution to a legal problem is the product of good knowledge of the law, and the creativity to apply it. It is with great hope that these articles assist you in understanding a little bit more about some of the areas of law that I cover as a lawyer. Please note that these articles are for general information purposes only. Every case is unique on its own facts and its application to the law and requires the legal advice of a lawyer to properly determine the merits of the claim.
Dog Attacks: What is Settlement Worth?
Canine aggression is a difficult subject to accurately predict. Many different factors come into play including the health and biology of the dog, the training and treatment by the owners,
The Connection Between SABS and Tort
Ontario motor vehicle accident legislation is a confusing area of personal injury law for many victims of a car accident. It is important for people to understand their available options
Video Games & Bullying
When it comes to bullying, the statistics are disconcerting. Parents may be surprised to hear that while 71% of teachers say they usually intervene with bullying, only 25% of students
Arguing Cannabinoid Treatment in Ontario
In Canada, cannabis was regulated under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, SC 1996, c 19 and more specifically, given a legal exemption for medical use. On October 17, 2018, cannabis
Accident Benefits and the Challenge of Chronic Pain
Claimants injured in a motor vehicle accident have access to benefits under their own insurance (or through another driver’s insurance policy, or the Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Fund) to help
Attacked by Someone’s Dog in Ontario?
As a dog owner, it pains me to have to write this article because in the process of doing so, I am also acknowledging that some animals through no fault
Bicycle Accidents in Ontario
When a bicyclist gets into an accident involving a motor vehicle, it is common for them to not know that they may be entitled to the same compensation as passengers or drivers
New Changes to Accident Benefits 2016
In Ontario, there are two avenues of compensation that victims of a car accident (including passengers and pedestrians) may claim to cover the costs of their medical bills, and other
Threshold for Motor Vehicle Accidents
New changes in Ontario law may make insurance companies bolder and less likely to settle a motor vehicle accident claim on terms that a claimant may need for a full