by Mackesy Smye | Jun 15, 2026 | Personal Injury, Premises Laws, Slip & Falls
Premises Law: Understanding Premises Injuries Property owners and occupiers of property (parties who are responsible for properties, besides the owners themselves) have a legal responsibility to keep their premises safe for visitors. A property owner must do...
by Mackesy Smye | May 30, 2026 | General Law Related, Premises Laws
Dangerous Property – When Can a Property Be Considered Dangerous? It is important to know that both property occupiers and owners have a legal responsibility to avoid exposing lawful visitors to any risks on the property. It is important to keep the property...
by Mackesy Smye | Apr 29, 2026 | Disability Claims, General Law Related, Premises Laws, Publications, Real Estate Law
Homeowners Insurance Policy Every so often, I will get a call from someone who is having difficulty in making a claim under their homeowners insurance policy. Most of us are used to representing clients in first-party claims relative to their auto insurance policies,...
by Mackesy Smye | Apr 14, 2026 | General Law Related, General Personal Injury, Premises Laws, Publications, Sporting Accidents
Playgrounds and Structures According to the Canadian Institute for Health Information, across Ontario in 2002-2003 there were 8,698 Emergency Room visits due to playground related injuries. Of those injuries, 590 resulted in a hospital stay of at least one night. The...
by Mackesy Smye | Apr 13, 2026 | General Law Related, General Personal Injury, Premises Laws
Elevator Failure – Who’s Responsible? It’s the nightmare scenario – passengers are traveling from floor to floor in a multi-storey building when the elevator shudders and comes to a sudden halt. Concern can turn to panic as minutes can seem like hours while the...
by Mackesy Smye | Mar 7, 2026 | Insurance Issues, Personal Injury, Premises Laws, Slip & Falls
Slips & Falls – The Lawsuit and Litigation Process If you have suffered injuries from a slip or trip and fall, you may be wondering how long it could take to resolve the matter and claim the compensation you may be entitled to. Depending on a range of factors, it...
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