The very simple answer is “yes”. At some point you will be acting as a witness in your own case. However, do not worry! You are never acting on your own and you will not be required to figure it all out by yourself. Your personal injury lawyer in Ottawa from QTMG LLP will be
While anyone contemplating bringing a claim for injuries sustained might worry about “going to trial”, it is very likely a fool’s errand to wonder about this question at the start of a case. There are far too many variables in every personal injury case to be able to know if a case will go to
A residential landlord may be liable to you, your family, and your guests for any injury sustained on the residential complex including injuries caused by a slip and fall in an Ottawa rental property. It is important to note that liability is not automatic and a landlord is not an insurer or guarantor of your
Yes, if your dog bites another dog you can be held liable for damages. The Dog Owners’ Liability Act of Ontario provides that dog owners may be strictly liable for injuries suffered by persons and other dogs who are attacked or bitten by their dog. A dog bite lawyer in Ottawa may seek to extend
Yes, if you fell at the supermarket, you can sue the owner of the property. A personal injury lawyer in Ottawa will also be able to help determine if you may also be able to sue other parties that may be responsible for the property such as management companies and maintenance companies. Often, owners of
The first meeting with your personal injury lawyer in Ottawa is especially important. The injury lawyer will obtain all the relevant facts about your accident, determine limitation periods applicable and provide you with a preliminary opinion on your case. In some cases, there are time-periods that must be met and the lawyer will review these
Attorney Michael Thiele, Senior Partner with Quinn Thiele Mineault Grodzki LLP, spoke with CTV News recently to help bring clarity to the situation around the Ontario Landlord Tenant Board (LTB) and its backlog of cases. Thiele talked about the grave scenario offering insights and an expert’s perspective. During the course of the interview, Thiele offers
As the weather heats up, many residents throughout Ontario enjoy a day on the water as a means to make great memories with friends and family. The Ottawa region’s beautiful lakes and rivers are fantastic avenues for outdoor entertainment, whether it’s fishing, watersports, or simply relaxing on the water. However, this seemingly innocuous activity may
Cycling is a wonderful way to get around Ottawa and also keep yourself active. Although Ottawa is a bike-friendly city, there is still the possibility of having an accident. If you’ve suffered a cycling accident, the personal injury lawyers at QTMG in Ottawa are prepared to help you navigate this difficult time. Our experience with
People often think that being involved in a motor vehicle accident is the only circumstance in which they may receive financial compensation for their injuries. This misconception couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, our personal injury law firm in Ottawa specializes in seeking accident benefits for victims in a variety of circumstances. In
