Important Rule Changes to Speed Up Litigation Rule 76 of the Rules of Civil Procedure provides for actions of a lesser monetary value to proceed by way of a more streamlined process called the “simplified procedure.” The purpose of the Rule is to reduce the cost of litigating claims of modest amounts by reducing the amount of unnecessary, expensive and time-consuming procedure. […]
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Navigating the complex world of medical malpractice claims
Ask any Canadian lawyer and they will tell you that medical malpractice claims are some of the most expensive and difficult to pursue. The injuries can be extensive. Outside of what might be available through private benefits and the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP), you must begin a civil lawsuit against the medical professional who […]
What is the deductible and how does it affect damage awards?
New accident claims article based on personal injury law in Canada. When a victim is injured in a car accident, they are entitled to damages for pain and suffering, otherwise known as general damages. General damages are intended to compensate victims for losses that are not pecuniary, such as income loss or medical treatment costs. […]
The impact of COVID-19 on long term care homes
The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately impacted residents in long-term care homes. In Ontario (Canada), a total of 2,564 people has died from the novel coronavirus, 1,799 of which are residents in long-term care homes. It is no surprise that older age, complex chronic health conditions and underlying health problems are prevalent amongst residents in long-term care facilities thereby rendering […]
Are Personal Injury Lawyers Worth It?
It can be easy to scoff at all the commercials and billboards for personal injury lawyers that one sees. These lawyers can be derisively called “ambulance chasers” by some. But a personal injury lawyer plays an important part in the legal system and can be a great benefit to their clients. Here is why hiring […]
Legal Deposition Services For You
Deposition summaries can cause stress and frustration to those with a heavy workload. It can be challenging to handle such a heavy workload alone. Many decide to outsource these summaries to a service that can give them the help that they need. By trusting a team of experienced and dedicated professionals, you have a plethora […]
Fatal Truck Accidents- Statistics, Costs, Causes & Legal Claims Regulations
The cost of a truck accident or indeed any road traffic accident can vary substantially from one accident to the next. Dependent on the unique variables involved in a specific accident, whether or not there were fatal injuries involved and the type of injuries sustained will directly impact and correlate with the average amount that […]
Long Term Care Homes and the Risk to Seniors during COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately impacted residents in long-term care homes. In Ontario (Canada), a total of 2,564 people has died from the novel coronavirus, 1,799 of which are residents in long-term care homes. It is no surprise that older age, complex chronic health conditions and underlying health problems are prevalent amongst residents in long-term […]
Children With Sports Injuries: Who Is Liable?
Bogoroch & Associates LLP strongly believes that injuries and accidents are entitled to access to justice. The following is based primarily on personal injury laws in Ontario, Canada: When a child plays on a sports team or participates in a physical education class, there is a serious injury risk. If your child has been injured […]
When to Hire a Lawyer for Injuries at Work
All employers are by law required to give their workers reasonably healthy and safe working environments. Even so, this is not always the case, and you might be injured at your workplace. The common work-related injuries include slips, falls, spinal injuries from heavy lifting, strain injuries, equipment malfunction injuries in factories, and car accident-related injuries. […]