Getting in a car accident is any driver, cyclist or pedestrian’s nightmare. Unfortunately, hit and run accidents occur far too frequently.
A hit and run is when a driver hits a pedestrian, cyclist, property, another car, or causes any collision, and then flees the scene or doesn’t provide truthful information. In these cases, it is important to know what to do.
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In Ontario, victims of motor vehicle accidents must navigate their available options for compensation. There are two ways victims can obtain compensation:
It is important to understand how they interplay with each other. Seeking legal representation is a very effective way to navigate the legal system when dealing with these claims.
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A large portion of Ontario’s elderly and terminally ill live in nursing homes and other extended care facilities. These vulnerable populations and their families are dependent on the homes for critical aid and support.
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Ontarians and indeed all Canadians are learning to live life impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. New workplace procedures and the challenges of working from home are two major changes, and many people have been temporarily laid-off or lost their jobs entirely. A claim for Disability insurance benefits may be appropriate in certain circumstances.
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The winter months bring much excitement for snowmobilers who are anxious to hit the trails. In fact, there are more than 600,000 legally registered snowmobiles in Canada, and this sport’s popularity is only growing. Unfortunately, accidents are more common than you may expect and many are preventable. If a snowmobile accident has resulted in an injury, you may be entitled to financial compensation.
Disability insurance is meant to provide peace of mind. Any disability – physical and/or psychological – that restricts you from performing the essential tasks of your employment may entitle you to disability benefits. There may be disagreement with the insurance company on your ability to return to work or the extent of your disability. It would be a mistake to assume that the insurer is correct.
Since its inception in 2008, AirBnB has become the most popular online marketplace for private owners renting out their properties to individuals who are looking for accommodations. Globally it has reached 6 million listings worldwide. In Toronto alone there are currently over 15,000 active listings. 1 Read More
To understand the full benefits of hiring a personal injury lawyer when you are involved in an accident, you need to know what their job is. A personal injury lawyer is a person who acts on behalf of the injured party when it comes to talking to insurance companies, law enforcement, and hiring private investigators. If you have been hurt in any type of accident, it will benefit you to have someone on your side that is experienced in fighting for compensation.
With the cold weather and snow now upon us, the threat of slip and fall accidents is a common winter-time conversation topic. Many of these accidents can result in serious injuries. Any injury that causes you to miss work, be unable to live as you normally would, or causes you to experience extreme pain can be considered a serious injury.
Read MorePut simply, the duty to mitigate is the responsibility of the plaintiff or injured person to minimize related costs. The duty is assessed on the reasonableness of the plaintiff’s actions. If a court finds that a plaintiff did not reasonably try to meet this duty it may refuse to award the plaintiff further compensation.
