We live in a world of unprecedented modern technology and gadgets. In the appropriate setting, they greatly enrich our lives. In others, they are dangerous distractions. We have all seen it. You pull up to a stop at a red traffic light, look over to your left and see the driver’s head buried in their phone, punching away on the screen.
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Social media sites facilitating defamatory posts could be liable
Social media platforms face a “significant” risk of being sued for defamation and potential liability amid growing concerns about offensive material being posted online, Toronto commercial litigation and defamation lawyer Brian Radnoff tells AdvocateDaily.
Getting to know your Rehab Team following a serious accident in Ontario (Part 1)
This is Part 1, of our 2 part series on getting to know your Rehab Team following a serious accident in Ontario. We have to do this feature in two parts on account of its length and we didn’t want to miss anybody. The second part will be released next week.
After a serious accident (car or otherwise), you will be exposed to a variety of medical and rehabilitation professionals. Some you will see in hospital or rehab facility. Some you will see at home. Others you will see at their office.
Looking for third-party litigation funding: what to consider?
1. Can you describe some of the circumstances that one would be looking for third-party litigation funding?
“Law firm financing would apply to situations where lawyers provide legal services on a contingency fee basis. Personal injury lawyers will tell their clients, ‘I’ll take on your case on a no-win, no-fee basis. If I’m successful, I get paid and my pay will be a percentage of the damages. If I’m unsuccessful, I get paid nothing. I will also fund the disbursements in litigation and if I’m successful I get those back and if I’m unsuccessful, I don’t.’ Contingency fee retainer arrangements are invariably used in personal injury and class-action cases.
MPP says government has failed motorists on insurance.
“Auto insurance figures released today show rates increased 1.03% this quarter under the Wynne Liberals. This is more proof that their failed auto insurance promise was nothing but another stretch goal from an untrustworthy government that will say anything to get re-elected.
https://www.baytoday.ca/local-
Police launch safety campaign as traffic deaths spike
In the midst of a dramatic spike in traffic deaths, police launched a campaign Tuesday aimed at preventing more fatalities on Toronto streets.
But safety advocates say the effort places too much responsibility on pedestrians, who are already the most vulnerable users of the road.
Staged Collisions & Insurance Fraud
A staged collision is when a con artist deliberately causes a collision in such a way to make you look at fault and without any evidence to prove your side of the story so they can get the insurance payout. Unfortunately, not all collisions are accidents. Starting even before you are in a collision, there are some types of scams that con artists try to pull involving auto collisions.
What Should I Expect At An Initial Consultation With A Lawyer?
When you are getting ready to meet with a lawyer about a disability claim, employment claim or personal injury claim, you may be wondering what to expect. Do you have to bring certain documents, remember certain dates and details?
For any type of claim, it is important that you bring your government issued ID with you so that your identity can be confirmed, and because it is required that your lawyer have a copy of your ID for their records once you become a client.
https://www.awaxmanlaw.ca/blog
Decision erodes access to attendant care benefits
A recent arbitration decision could effectively deny accident victims access to attendant care, Ottawa personal injury lawyer Najma Rashid tells AdvocateDaily.com
In the Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT) case, the arbitrator ruled that an insurer only had to pay for care according to guideline hourly rates for professional services, some of which are below minimum wage.
http://www.advocatedaily.com/n
Applicant Clearly Meets CAT Designation
Ms. Bindu Patel was injured in a car accident on February 17, 2014 when she was driving to work. She was stopped and hit from behind causing her to crash into the car in front of her. She was taken to the hospital and diagnosed with soft tissue injuries, however shortly afterward her mental condition started to be affected and it deteriorated significantly to the point where she did not like to be alone, started hearing voices, and has been unable to return to work. Ms. Patel sought SABs from Unifund, however when they were unable to resolve their disputes she applied to the FSCO for arbitration.
https://www.deutschmannlaw.com