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Pros and Cons of Settling

Pros and Cons of Settling If you are entering civil court to gain compensation for an injury, chances are high that you may be offered an out of court settlement. This is an important decision that should only be made after consultation with your lawyer, who will use...

Sports Related Accidents & The Law

Sports Related Accidents & The Law Injuries are, unfortunately, a part of participating in all sports, and can happen anywhere – on the court, at a training facility, in a school gym or even in a friend’s backyard. While most injuries can be treated, others can be...

Long-Term Effects of Whiplash

Long-Term Effects of Whiplash One of the most common injuries after any car accident, even relatively minor fender benders, is whiplash. Whiplash is sometimes considered a minor injury, and usually will not cause any long term issues. Unfortunately, however, this is...

Understanding Tort Law

Understanding Tort Law The word “Tort” has its origins in the Latin “tortus” which means “crooked” or “wrong”.In Canada’s legal system, Tort law has an important place. Tort laws have been created by judges over the years.The primary purpose is not to punish the...

Motorcycle Helmet Law

Motorcycle Helmet Law For some, there is nothing that can match the feeling of driving a motorcycle on the open road. While the laws on Ontario roads are generally consistent between cars and other forms of motor vehicles, the most obvious difference between the two...