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Witness Tips for a Virtual Trial
This blog was first published on the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association Blog. Giving evidence in Court can be intimidating and nerve-racking. Most people have never been into a Courtroom let alone been forced to answer questions in front of a Judge. With
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Motorcycle Safety
They are only three per cent of vehicles on the road, yet motorcycles account for 14 per cent of all motor vehicle accidents Motorcycles represent different things to their owners: Freedom, exhilaration, and status; they love the joy of being on the
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This June, let’s all do our part to shine a light on brain injury
June is Brain Injury Awareness Month where Canadians join together to increase awareness of the prevalence of brain injuries; the obstacles that exist for those with one; and the need for more services and support at all stages of recovery. This year,
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Buckle up Ontario and stay focused on the road
One of the best things about May is the anticipated Victoria Day long weekend providing an extra day to spend with family and friends. For many, it is also the weekend to open the cottage or enjoy the first camping trip of
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COVID-19’s impact on mental health will lead to a flood of long-term disability claims
The alarming rise in mental health concerns due to the pandemic is a new reality. It is heartbreaking, but not surprising. The impact on Canadians who have experienced being isolated from family, friends and their community is taking its toll. People have
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How traumatic brain injuries are affecting Canadians of all ages
Getting hurt, hurts — physically, emotionally, and often financially. Brain injuries add an additional layer of pain due to cognitive difficulties such as memory loss and concentration problems. The Government of Canada’s Injury in review, 2020 edition: Spotlight on traumatic brain injuries
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While the danger of contracting COVID-19 is low on snowmobiles, other health and safety risks remain stunning
Snowmobiling is one of the few activities the province of Ontario’s Stay At Home Order issued on Jan 12, 2021, allows for at this unpreceded moment in time. Ontario has a snowmobile trail network that spans more than 30,000km and is one of
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Navigating life under a cloud of suspicion – Another injustice for survivors of traumatic brain injury
Many of our clients deal with the challenges from traumatic brain injury and now the compounding isolation brought on by the COVID-19 health pandemic. What few consider is what else they have to navigate. Insurance companies have been known to conduct surveillance
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Inside the First Civil Jury Trial in Ontario Since COVID-19
Recently, the first civil jury trial in Ontario took place in a courtroom in downtown Toronto. As lead counsel for the plaintiffs, I wanted to provide some insight into this ultimate step in our legal system. The first case to come before
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Singer Katz LLP Successfully Responds to Appeal After Last Year’s Hard Fought Victory at Trial
It was a tough liability case against the City of Toronto and the City took a very aggressive position throughout the entire trial and appeal. In the end, however, it was another lesson in how to stand up for what is right. “What I
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