In motor vehicle accident cases and other claims, insurance companies are permitted to refer you to their own medical experts to provide “independent” legal opinions. It is well documented that in some instances, these experts are simply “hired guns”, paid by the insurance company to write reports favourable to the insurance company. What can you…
read moreA Dog Bit Me. Now What? Dogs are lovely companions and we often consider them as members of the family. However, even the gentlest pet can become ill-tempered when scared, stressed, or ill. In Ontario, if a pet has injured you, you are entitled to seek compensation. Preliminary Steps If you have been bitten by…
read moreEvery day, patients are taken to the hospital emergency room after being injured in a slip and fall. These falls can result in anything from minor bruises to broken bones or even life-threatening skull fractures. To help you avoid serious accidents, be aware of these risk factors for a slip-and-fall injury: Slippery or Uneven Floors:…
read moreFiling for a disability claim can be a long, painstaking process. While some insurance companies have a streamlined process that gets your funds flowing to you in short order, others may take a great deal of time. Unfortunately, in many instances, valid claims for long term disability insurance are often denied by long term disability…
read morePersonal injury claims are steeped in lore. There are five major myths surrounding personal injury claims and lawyers and we’re going to debunk below. You don’t need a lawyer This is a common belief amongst some people who have been injured. However, this is generally a myth if the goal is to get fair compensation…
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