A disability claim may seem relatively straightforward – you apply for benefits, get approved if you qualify and receive a check for your period of disability. In reality, however, a lot goes into a disability claim. One key issue is determining whether you have a short-term or long-term disability. Understanding the difference can help you…
read moreMany individuals who have suffered a personal injury in Ottawa or anywhere across Ontario may not be aware that their claim is subject to a limitation period. A limitation period is the time limit that a person has to bring a claim against the at-fault party or parties in relation to his or her loss,…
read moreRelief is available for those who suffer serious injuries and financial losses in preventable accidents. The civil justice system in Canada exists to compensate accident victims for their losses and make them whole again, as if the accident never took place. The name for this type of civil claim filed in pursuit of financial compensation…
read moreIn Ottawa and across Eastern Ontario, off-road vehicles, such as ATVs, are a source of enjoyment for many. Unfortunately, many individuals are injured as a result of riding an off-road vehicle. Do these vehicles need to be insured? What benefits and damages are available to a person injured in an off-road vehicle accident? This article…
read moreAny type and degree of injury is distressing as the victim of an accident. Some injuries, however, are classified differently in the eyes of the law in Ontario. It is important to understand whether your injury is viewed as minor, major or catastrophic so that you can fully grasp your legal rights and options. If…
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