The Minor Injury Guideline and its impact on accident victims

Author: Shane Henry The Toronto Star recently published an article about the effect that the Minor Injury Guideline is having on Ontario accident victims. On September 1, 2010 drastic changes were implemented to the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule. These changes … Read More »

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Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda- Duty of insurance brokers to explain optional coverage

Roger Oatley and Ryan Murray have co-authored an article that appears in the April 27, 2012 issue of The Lawyers Weekly. The article reviews the recent Zefferino v. Meloche Monnex Insurance case which creates liability on insurance brokers if they … Read More »

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The Parental Responsibility Act

Author: Adam R. Little If you are the parent of a child under the age of 18, did you know that you may be held responsible for your child’s actions if they cause damage or harm? In 2000, the Ontario … Read More »

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Be The Judge In Three Hours

Ever wonder what it would be like to be a juror? From time to time Oatley, Vigmond LLP will host a focus group that will put volunteers in a juror’s shoes to help prepare for trial. Check out the article … Read More »

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I Slipped on Watermelon Juice… What Can I do?

By Brian M. Cameron Falling down in a grocery store only seems trivial or funny if it happens to someone else.  The reality is far different.  People fall in bars, restaurants and grocery stores everyday.  They slip in parking lots … Read More »

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What if I am injured while holidaying in the Caribbean?

Author: Ryan Murray Many of us choose to get away from the cold climate of Ontario at this time of year.  Numerous Ontarians will travel south this winter and stay for a week or two at an all-inclusive resort in … Read More »

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Pedestrians vs. Motor Vehicles

Author: Troy H. Lehman A person who has been injured as a result of the negligence of another person is entitled to compensation.  The general rule is that the injured person has the responsibility (or onus) of proving the defendant’s negligence. … Read More »

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Driving While Distracted – This Generation’s Version of Drinking and Driving?

Author: Brian M. Cameron Years ago, long before MADD and other such organizations gained prominence, drinking and driving, while illegal, carried little to no social stigma.  People from all walks of life would not think twice about drinking “just a … Read More »

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Brain Injuries Strain Marriages

Author: Drew Sinclair The New York Times recently published an article by Sarah Wheaton chronicling the difficulties faced by spouses living with a partner who has suffered a brain injury. It’s a good article on an important subject; the challenges … Read More »

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It’s Just a Concussion

Author: Troy H. Lehman Last year, Pittsburgh Steeler quarterback Ben Roethlisberger suffered a concussion and there was speculation that he might miss the next game as a result.  Some of his teammates weighed in.  Wide receiver Hines Ward was quick … Read More »

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