by Lisa Belcourt | Nov 5, 2025 | Civil Litigation, Employment/Wrongful Dismissal
Losing a Job Doesn’t Always Mean Losing Your Rights Losing your job can be one of the most stressful experiences in your professional life. The uncertainty of income, reputation, and future prospects can feel overwhelming. Yet for many employees in Innisfil, job loss...
by Jennifer Goldsmith | Nov 24, 2022 | Civil Litigation
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Elder Abuse is defined as: “A single, or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust which causes harm or distress to an older person.” Seniors...
by Jennifer Goldsmith | Jul 26, 2022 | Civil Litigation, Product Liability
In Ontario, manufacturers and merchants are responsible for the quality and safety of the products and equipment they make and sell. If a product is defective, fails to perform as expected, or fails to carry the proper warning labels and instructions for use, a...
by Michael Laplante | Mar 16, 2022 | Civil Litigation, Employment/Wrongful Dismissal, Personal Injury
Being injured in a motor vehicle incident is scary. But what’s even more scary is the fear that you won’t be able to return to work and continue to provide for you and your family. Whether you’re off work for a few days or a few months, it’s important to think about how the bills will get paid during your period of recovery.
by Jolene Brandon | Feb 24, 2021 | Civil Litigation
Timelines and deadlines are extremely important when starting a civil action. Depending on the issue, there are limitation dates (deadlines) that must be adhered to.
by Jolene Brandon | Feb 17, 2021 | Civil Litigation
A Step-By-Step Overview to Litigation in Ontario We often picture legal disputes involving lawyers standing in a courtroom making arguments during a trial, however, there are many, many, steps which occur before heading to court. On that note, very few cases actually...
by Michael Laplante | May 1, 2017 | Civil Litigation
Building your dream home is an exciting journey, but it’s important to remember that it is also a legal transaction involving real estate law, construction law and contract law. Due to size of the transaction, real estate deals can be the cause of severe financial hardship and may lead to litigation in order to resolve issues.
by Michael Laplante | Mar 1, 2017 | Civil Litigation, Personal Injury
With many great ski hills around Ontario, skiers and snowboarders have easy access to the slopes during the winter months. Although this can be a fun activity, taking precautions to prevent personal injuries while on the hill should always be a top priority.
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.