Generally, when a person is injured while working, they are barred from suing any Schedule 1 Employer for an injury that occurred in the chorus of their employment. In order to bar a worker from suing, many defendants bring what’s known as a “right to application”. This results in a tribunal to determine whether or
The Ontario government plans on introducing a number of stiffer penalties for dangerous drivers, especially for distracted drivers and drivers whose carelessness results in bodily harm or death. According to the Globe and Mail, the new penalties would include license suspensions for distracted driving and a new charge of careless driving causing death or bodily
Family is the most important unit in society ― people depend on their family members for emotional, financial and physical support. Losing a close family member is devastating enough, but when this happens because of someone else’s negligence, those left behind can feel anger and resentment toward the person responsible as well. Relatives may feel
As the weather warms, Ontarians prepare to enjoy everything summer has to offer: swimming, kayaking, cottaging and the ever-popular boating. However, before taking your family members out for a cruise on the Ottawa River or one of our province’s many lakes, ensure that you have adequate insurance coverage which will protect you from liability in
As a driver, you are responsible for more than just being safe on the road, you are also responsible for the safety of the people and vehicles around you. Between highway driving, city cruising, and safely travelling through busy parking lots, there are many places where unexpected car accidents can happen. When accidents happen in
A Q.T.M.G. Lawyer Weighs In Quoted for a National Post article: Nine tons of garbage, animal feces and $30,000 in damage left behind by evicted Ontario tenants A Kingston, Ont., landlord is questioning the law that governs how people rent properties in Ontario after his rental property sustained tens of thousands of dollars in damages. Simon Andrew
Ottawa Car Accident Lawyers Look At Accident Numbers And Solutions When it comes to car safety in Ottawa, there’s room for improvement. Though by and large, Ottawa might seem to have a good track record for car collisions, the numbers suggest otherwise. Consider how often traffic delays due to a collision occur on the Queensway,
Travelling Overseas? How Your Ottawa Injury Lawyer Can Help You Have Your Dream Vacation travelling abroad should be a fun and enjoyable experience. Ideally, you plan on your vacation being incident-free. You’ll see the sights, get the rest and relaxation you desire, and have the trip of a lifetime. However, as you well know, things
Summer Safety Tips from an Ottawa Slip and Fall Lawyer Every year millions of people end up in the emergency room because of slips and falls. Knowing how to prevent these incidents is of incredible importance, and knowing where to go and who to contact when these incidents occurs is just as important. So let’s
If You’ve Been Injured in a Motor Accident, You Are Entitled to Statutory Accident Benefits You have the right to claim accident benefits when you’re involved in a motor vehicle accident. These benefits are called Statutory Accident Benefits, and anyone who suffers damages or injuries in a motor vehicle accident is entitled to receive them.
