by Michael Laplante | Feb 15, 2017 | Civil Litigation, Personal Injury
While the phrase “Snow Day” may delight your children, it may also get you thinking about a trip down south to enjoy some well-deserved warmth and relaxation. Whether you are a senior looking to spend a good majority of our winter down south or a family escaping for the March Break, making sure you have sufficient travel medical insurance is an important step of any pre-trip planning.
by Michael Laplante | Jan 31, 2017 | Civil Litigation, Personal Injury
Snowmobiling is a popular winter activity for families and individuals who live in Canada. It’s a great way to get outside during those long winter months! According to Transport Canada, there are more than 700,000 registered snowmobiles and more than 160,000 km of snowmobile trails in Canada. In addition, there are snowmobiling clubs throughout Ontario that educate and prepare riders for a fun and safe trip. Unfortunately, many people are seriously injured each year while snowmobiling.
by Michael Laplante | Jan 24, 2017 | Uncategorized
Today, family trees in Ontario contain more branches than ever; step parents, half siblings and children of second marriages are all parties that may consider themselves to have an interest in the same estate or trust. As more people find themselves dealing with the matter of establishing Power of Attorney for aging parents or settling the wills and estates of parents who have died, it becomes clear that careful preparation is necessary to avoid possible disputes. Sometimes, the help of an Ontario will and estate lawyer may be required to bring resolution to the situation.
by Michael Laplante | Dec 21, 2016 | Uncategorized
On behalf of the lawyers and staff at Ferguson Barristers, we want to thank everyone who worked with us to make 2016 a wonderful year. Have a safe and joyous holiday season with best wishes for the new year.
by Michael Laplante | Dec 14, 2016 | Civil Litigation, Personal Injury
Winter driving is stressful at times, which can lead to poor driving decisions and potential accidents. You can reduce the associated risks by planning ahead and having a positive attitude. Keep the following safety tips in mind this winter to help keep you and your...
by Michael Laplante | Nov 25, 2016 | Uncategorized
Fall in Ontario means it is time to ditch the summer sports and get ready for football and hockey season. While there’s always an element of risk in any sport, nothing is scarier than a young player losing consciousness after hitting his or her head on the ice, field...
by Michael Laplante | Nov 9, 2016 | Uncategorized
Being a homeowner comes with a wide variety of responsibilities, including the upkeep and ongoing maintenance of your property. With the arrival of cooler weather, it’s especially important to begin clearing clutter, removing hazards and making repairs to the exterior...
by Michael Laplante | Oct 31, 2016 | Uncategorized
Tonight, neighbourhoods will be transformed into magical, moonlit places for an evening of fun and fantasy. Witches, ghosts and goblins will be prowling the streets in search of some sweet treats and spook, while being greeted at doorsteps by grinning jack-o’-lanterns...
by Michael Laplante | Sep 29, 2016 | Uncategorized
The Court of Appeal’s recent decision in a complex case involving a group lottery pool emphasizes the importance of keeping transaction and communication records in order to trace who contributed to which group purchases. A person may be entitled to winnings even if he/she has stopped participating in a group lottery pool, as long as he/she can provide evidence of contributing to the winning lottery ticket.
by Michael Laplante | Sep 22, 2016 | Uncategorized
A recent Ontario court decision reinforces how important it is for a person injured in an accident to attempt to gather identifying information of any possible defendants or witnesses at the scene of the accident or as soon after as possible. If you’ve suffered an injury in an accident, even if it seems minor, there are steps you should take to protect yourself.