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ArticleSignificant Changes Coming To Rule 76: Simplified ProcedureRule 76 of the Rules of Civil Procedure introduced a mandatory and streamlined procedure for modest claims of $100,000 or less. CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleThe Corroborative Evidence Requirement Under The OPCF 44RUnder Ontario automobile policies, the OPCF 44R Family Protection Coverage is optional auto insurance coverage Ontario drivers may purchase.CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleThe Court Of Appeal Affirms Pridmore v. Drenth 2023The Court of Appeal for Ontario has affirmed the Ontario Superior Court of Justice's decision to grant a motion for summary judgment.CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleThe Jury's Out: Evans v Chiarello, 2021 Onsc 2677This action arose as a result of a motor vehicle collision that occurred in January 2015 in Sault Ste. Marie.CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleWabie V Wilson, 2022 ONSC 4296 – The Admissibility Of SPECT Scan EvidenceIn Wabie, the court was faced with deciding whether the results of a SPECT scan can be used as a secondary tool to diagnose traumatic brain injuryCanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleWhat Is A Personal Injury Lawyer?Experienced personal injury lawyers represent clients facing a range of legal disputes. Incidents giving rise to personal injury actions can include...CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleWhat Is Long-Term Disability Insurance And How Does It Work?It is important to consider long-term disability (LTD) coverage to protect your financial future. Imagine being unable to work for months, or even years...CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleImpaired Driving In Canada: A Growing Danger To Road Safety And Your Legal RightsImpaired driving remains one of the most significant threats to road safety across Canada.CanadaTransportMcLeish Orlando LLP
VideoJune Is Bike Month! – Clips & Tips With Patrick Brown (Video)McLeish Orlando and Bike Law Canada are kicking off Bike Month together and celebrating all things to do with bikes.CanadaTransportMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleScarring Meets The Threshold Under The Insurance ActExtensive scarring is often indicative of serious injuries that will meet the threshold under s. 267.5(5)(b) of the Insurance ActCanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleBe Careful Where You Leave Your Car Keys: Express And Implied Consent In The Context Of Vicarious LiabilityThis recent decision focuses on the rebuttable presumption that a vehicle in the possession of somebody other than the lessee has the consent of the lessee.CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleLamb v Co-Operators General Insurance, 2020 ONSC 4955The Superior Court of Justice in Lamb v Co-Operators General Insurance, 2020 ONSC 4955 recently dismissed the motion for summary judgment brought by Co-Operators, the OPCF 44R insurer.CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleBack To School Safety: Who Is Liable If Your Child Is Hurt At School?September marks the return of backpacks, sharpened pencils, and early morning routines. For many families, the excitement of a new school year is mixed with nerves, especially for parents...CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleCan Income Replacement Benefits Be Awarded If Entitlement Is Established After 104 Weeks?The Applicant, Patricia Thompson, provided care for her husband who was deemed CAT after being in a motor vehicle collision on October 9, 2015.CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleFactors To Consider While Selecting A Personal Injury Lawyer – Part 1Choosing to pursue legal action is a big decision that comes with unknown territory. This can be scary and might deter someone from taking the legal action they have a right to take.CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleMotorcycle Insurance And Coverage: What Every Ontario Rider Should Know Before They RideFor many, riding a motorcycle is more than just a way to get around – it's a passion and a lifestyle. The open road, sense of freedom, and the thrill of the ride are unmatched.CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleThe Importance Of Accident Reconstruction In Personal Injury LawsuitsA motor vehicle accident can be a traumatic experience for all involved. In some cases, the issue of who is at fault for the motor vehicle accident can be in dispute.CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleWhat Happens If You’re Injured In A Cycling Accident Without A Helmet?Cyclists are among the most vulnerable road users on Ontario’s roads. Unlike motor vehicle drivers, cyclists have minimal protection when sharing the road with cars, trucks and other vehicles. As a result, even a relatively low-speed collision can lead to serious life-altering injuries. CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcLeish Orlando LLP
ArticleNational Teen Driver Safety Week: Distracted Driving AwarenessThe week of October 16 to 22, 2022 is National Teen Driver Safety Week.CanadaTransportMcLeish Orlando LLP