Social Host Liability - Has the Time Come?
Traditional beliefs about social host liability are under attack by a public which is increasingly intolerant of drinking and driving. Read Roger Oatley and Robert Durante's analysis as they review the law and offer the evidence to support their view that it is only a matter of time and the right case before the law is rewritten on this issue.
(Canadian Bar Association - November 10, 2000)
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Strategies for Proving that Chronic Pain is Physical
Though injury-related pain may be very real to your client, juries and others may be biased against accepting it. Read Roger's strategies for making pain "real" in the courtroom.
(Law Society of Upper Canada, December 1, 1999)
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Using Computer Technology in the Courtroom
An analysis of the growing use of computers and computer simulations in Canadian courtrooms.
(Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia - Evidence Update - June 11, 1999)
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Making Invisible Injuries Visible
Tips and techniques for ensuring juries understand the nature and extent of "hard to see" injury.
(OTLA Spring Conference - May 21, 1998)
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Conducting a Child's P.I. Claim
Children have special needs when conducting Personal Injury claims.
(The Canadian Institute Program - Thursday, April 18, 1996)
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Strategies for the Extraordinary Case
A few carefully crafted openings, along with a keen awareness of the other side's interests are just a few of the techniques for turning an ordinary case extraordinary, maximizing damages along the way.
(Law Society of Upper Canada, June 11, 1997)
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The Right to Sue is Alive and Well
Many people are unaware or their rights when it comes to seeking legal redress.
(For the Barrie Examiner)
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Occupier's Liability
A discussion of your liability as a property owner as set out in The Occupier's Liability Act.
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The Independent Bench and Bar
The importance of maintaining an independent bench and bar - illustrated by someone who has seen the alternative.
(For the Barrie Examiner)
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The Tragedy of "Mild" Brain Injury
The difficulties and challenges that face victims and their families.
(For the Barrie Examiner)
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Liability for Swimming Accidents: Plaintiffs Have Many Avenues to Recover Damages
This article (co-authored with Ryan Murray) examines various legal grounds on which liability can be established in swimming and diving accident cases.
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Courts Ignore Rules for Lump Sum Discount Rates
This article (co-authored with Ryan Murray) examines the recent trend of Ontario courts awarding future health care costs using a method of calculation that is more favourable to injured plaintiffs.
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