Snowmobiling Safety Tips
by Michael Laplante | Jan 31, 2017
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...
Tips for Preparing Your Will and Estate
by Michael Laplante | Jan 24, 2017
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...
Happy Holidays from Ferguson Barristers
by Michael Laplante | Dec 21, 2016
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.
Winter Driving
by Michael Laplante | Dec 14, 2016
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...
Protect Your Kids from Head Injuries This Fall
by Michael Laplante | Nov 25, 2016
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...
Prevent Personal Injury on Your Property This Fall
by Michael Laplante | Nov 9, 2016
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...
5 Trick-or-Treating Safety Tips
by Michael Laplante | Oct 31, 2016
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...
The Legal Side of Group Lottery Pools
by Michael Laplante | Sep 29, 2016
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 when involved in a non-contractual agreement. In Spiro v. Koc et al 2016, the...
Injured in an Accident? Protect Yourself at the Scene
by Michael Laplante | Sep 22, 2016
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. In...
Challenging the Validity of a Will
by Michael Laplante | Aug 23, 2016
“Can I challenge the validity of a will?” In this economy, individuals are becoming even more reliant on the estates of their family members for financial support in retirement. It is devastating to lose a family member and this devastation can...
Recent Blogs
Multiple Wills – A Way for Business Owners to Save Money on Estate Administration Tax
by Michael Laplante | Nov 8, 2021
When a person dies, their estate may require a probate. Probate is the process to get formal approval of the appointment of the estate trustee through a court application. The estate pays estate administration tax in order to get a Certificate of Appointment of the...
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...
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