An important step in the litigation process is mediation. This article is an expansion to my previous article entitled "The Civil Litigation Process: An Overview". Definition Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution. It is a method by which the disputing...
Written by: Hilary Chung Drivers may soon be taking a back seat to computer software. As the technology for driverless cars is developing quickly, both insurance companies and legislators will have some catching up to do. With the transition from human drivers to...
We often speak to callers who inaccurately believe that it is too late to pursue a claim for an injury or loss. Whether or not it is too late to pursue such a claim is determined by the appropriate limitation period. Generally speaking, the law governing limitation...
What happens when you host a party at your house, guests bring their own alcohol, and then on their drive home, they cause a car crash, which injures another person? Could you be found liable to that third party for the driver's negligence? This post focuses on the...
Written by: Ziv Tsimerman Growing up, my mother would force me to wear a helmet when riding a bicycle. Any disobedience on my part would result in a day spent inside. I often wondered whether this was merely a strict rule of the house, or whether not wearing a helmet...
Written by: Ziv Tsimerman Personal injuries are often sudden and unexpected. People usually feel dazed, shocked, and confused immediately after suffering a personal injury. However, the actions you take immediately after your injury can make or break your case. It is...
Written by: Ziv Tsimerman Millions of Canadians use social networks such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram on a daily basis. These social networks often contain personal information, regrettable photographs, and even inappropriate or offensive content. Social...
Written by: Sajjad Jaffer If negotiations with the Defendant's insurance company reach an impasse and a settlement cannot be reached, your lawyer will move to commence the litigation process. This entry is a sequel to my previous entry "The Personal Injury Process:...
Written by: Sajjad Jaffer To receive accident benefits from your auto insurer after an accident, you will need to fill out a variety of forms. This entry provides a brief outline of some of the forms. OCF-1: Application for Accident Benefits Fill out this form when...
Written by: Ashley Frydrych I came across a recent interesting decision from July 14, 2014, Kelly v. Perth (County), 2014 ONSC 4151 (CanLII). Facts: On April 6, 2009, Stephanie Kelly was driving to work along Country Road 37 in Perth County when she lost control of...
