Safety Tips For Driving In Winter Conditions
by Michael Laplante | Jan 18, 2018
Winter driving can be stressful, but you can reduce the risk of accidents and collisions by driving defensively and planning ahead. When possible, avoid driving in severe conditions, but when you must drive in snowy or slippery conditions, follow...
The Merger of Two Law Firms
by Michael Laplante | Dec 20, 2017
We are pleased to announce that effective January 1, 2018, Ferguson Barristers will merge with Deacon Taws to become FDT Law (Ferguson Deacon Taws LLP). With this merger and collaboration, we look forward to offering expanded legal services and...
Avoid Personal Injury on Your Property as the Seasons Change
by Michael Laplante | Nov 22, 2017
As the seasons change and we approach the colder months in Canada, it’s important to inspect your property for personal injury potential. Clearing clutter, removing hazards and being diligent about property maintenance can help protect visitors and...
Injury Compensation in Recreational Sports
by Michael Laplante | Oct 10, 2017
Joining a recreational sports league and being physically active is beneficial for both your mind and body. Players assume a certain level of risk of incidents or accidents that fall within the rules when they participate in a sport, but the use of...
Coffee Spill in Drive-through Restaurant Considered an “Accident”
by Michael Laplante | Sep 29, 2017
In a recent decision, the Ontario Court of Appeal in Dittmann v Aviva Insurance Company of Canada held that the use of an automobile was the direct cause of serious burns sustained by a coffee spill in a drive-through restaurant and that this was...
Back to school road safety
by Michael Laplante | Sep 12, 2017
It’s that time of the year again! Students are heading back to the classroom – whether it be college, university, high school or elementary school. Together with many other Ontarians, we are getting back to work or school and our regular routines,...
Ontario Boating Rules and Regulations
by Michael Laplante | Aug 30, 2017
With the summer coming to a close, many boating enthusiasts will be eager to get out onto the water one last time. Living on Georgian Bay means we have the luxury of enjoying some of the most spectacular recreational boating in the world. Making...
Avoiding Pedestrian Accidents
by Michael Laplante | Aug 22, 2017
Summer time means spending more time outdoors. Whether you’re walking to and from work, taking a lunch time stroll or just generally enjoying the sunshine, road safety should always be on your mind. Both pedestrians and motorists are responsible...
No-Fault Car Insurance Refresher
by Michael Laplante | Jul 25, 2017
Accidents happen. If you have been injured in a car or motorcycle accident in Ontario, your focus should be on getting the appropriate medical treatment and getting your life back on track. Although this may sound simple, the somewhat complicated...
Aviva Insurance Company of Canada v McKeown, 2017 ONCA 563
by Michael Laplante | Jul 18, 2017
On July 4, 2017, the Ontario Court of Appeal in Aviva Insurance Company of Canada v McKeown ruled that insurers do not have to provide justification for their decision to request an examination under oath (“EUO”) pursuant to Section 33 (4) 3 of the...
Recent Blogs
How Long Does A Personal Injury Case Take in Ontario?
by Michael Laplante | Oct 22, 2021
One of the most frustrating things for those suffering through a traumatic incident such as a serious car accident, physical assault, or injury caused by a defective product, can be waiting for the settlement of your claim. The process can be trying for everyone...
What you Need to Know About a Potential Disability Claim
by Michael Laplante | Oct 22, 2021
If you have been unable to work as a result of injury or illness, and/or are a full time employee of an employer who provides medical/dental and disability benefits, then you may be entitled to apply for long term disability insurance benefits. Long term disability...
What should I do if I get bit by a dog?
by Jennifer Goldsmith | Oct 22, 2021
In Ontario, if you are bitten by a dog, get the name of the dog’s owner and seek immediate medical care for yourself. Report the details of the incident as soon as possible to your local Health Unit , Animal Control and/or the police. You should also take detailed...
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