With winter among us, we are reminded to be extra careful when travelling on our own and with loved ones. As the snow falls and temperatures drop, roads and sidewalks begin to form puddles of water which eventually become ice.
Once you have commenced legal proceedings and a Statement of Claim has been issued, there will come a point in time that you will be asked to attend your Examination for Discovery.
After being involved in an accident such as a motor vehicle accident or a slip and fall, you will likely have visited your family physician and maybe even been seen at a hospital or by a specialist. More often than not your initial visits will include a general assessment along with a follow up visit for x-rays, magnetic resonance imaging and so on.
The use of social media platforms has increased astronomically in the last ten years or so. Individuals use these platforms to connect with friends and family, share relevant news and life events, and post their day-to-day activities. While social media platforms can be positive and used for various good reasons, one should always be mindful of what they choose to share with the world.
Nowadays, using social media is a common part of everyday life. We post our dinners on Instagram, family photos on Facebook, and entire job history on Linkedin without thinking twice. Unfortunately, when it comes to personal injury litigation, this may mean your social media profiles become key pieces of evidence. A winning judgement from Philip Pollack, Partner at Pollack Tsimerman, sheds light on this increasingly relevant issue in our modern life.
You have just been in a car accident and have decided to reach out to us for assistance with your personal injury case. You meet with our lawyers for the first time to discuss your options. You are hoping to have your case settled quickly but are shocked to hear it may take years to recover any compensation for your losses.
You unfortunately have just had the terrifying experience of being in a motor vehicle accident (“MVA”). You may be injured, shaken up, and unsure of what to do immediately following the accident. While we hope you are never in this position, it is important to be prepared. Below are the most important steps you should do immediately following an MVA. Remember – the most important consideration in this situation is everyone’s health and safety. If you or anyone else is injured, call 911 immediately.
Purchasing car insurance is mandatory in Ontario to drive a vehicle, but do you actually know what this insurance covers? We hope you will never need to utilize these benefits; however, it is important to know what exactly you are entitled to in the event of a motor vehicle accident.
