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...
Terms of Your Employment: What Notice Are You Owed?
by Michael Laplante | Aug 10, 2016
“Is there further recourse if I am terminated and my employment contract states that I am only entitled to receive termination notice according to the terms laid out by the Employment Standards Act?” The short answer is yes. Unless there is clear...
Summertime Driving Tips
by Michael Laplante | Jul 28, 2016
The hot and humid weather is here – summertime in Ontario is in full force! With family road trips and long drives to the cottage, it’s important to practice safe driving. Awareness and safety on the roads should be a top priority this summer...
Trouble At Home: How Real Estate Law Can Protect Your Purchase
by Michael Laplante | Jul 8, 2016
Imagine this scenario. You’re buying a home. You’ve done your due diligence, had your home inspections, signed the paperwork and finally moved into your new home! After this whole process, you discover a big problem you could not have known about...
Employment Law in Action
by Michael Laplante | Jun 28, 2016
A recent court of appeal decision has addressed the issue of an employer’s duty to accommodate a disabled employee and the seldom-invoked remedy of reinstatement of the employee to her employment under the Ontario Human Rights Code, R.S.O. 1990,...
Summertime Swimming Safety Tips
by Michael Laplante | Jun 22, 2016
In just one short week, kids will be finishing up at school and readying themselves for a summer full of friends, relaxation and swimming. With so much to look forward to and the warm weather quickly approaching, it’s easy to overlook the risks...
Lisa Belcourt Discusses New Auto Insurance Rules on CBC
by Michael Laplante | Jun 6, 2016
On June 1, the definition of catastrophic impairment changed. As part of Ontario’s plan to cut auto insurance rates, insurance payouts for catastrophic accidents were reduced by half. One of our personal injury lawyers, Lisa Belcourt, was recently...
5 Things to Consider When Selecting a Personal Injury Lawyer
by Michael Laplante | May 20, 2016
Quality Many personal injury claims require you to share personal information and emotional details, so it’s important to find a lawyer that you can trust. Asking your lawyer to share details of their approach, their previous experience with claims...
Is Your Home Prepared for Spring?
by Michael Laplante | Apr 20, 2016
Spring has finally sprung! And as the snow begins to melt and the birds begin to chirp, it’s important to remember the one unpleasant side effect of spring – flooding in your home. Stormy weather and melting snow can result in a lot of water, which...
The Importance of Retaining a Personal Injury Lawyer After an Accident
by Michael Laplante | Mar 24, 2016
If you are involved in a car accident and sustain injuries because of the accident, you should talk to a personal injury lawyer to understand your rights. In fact, anyone who has been involved in a motor vehicle accident (e.g., car, truck,...
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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 Lisa Belcourt | 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...
What to do if your long term disability is running out and your employer is forcing you to go back to work
by Michael Laplante | Aug 4, 2021
An insurers rights of assessment while your on disability benefits Whether you have been on long-term disability benefits for many years or only a short while your insurer has rights under your policy to investigate and assess your ongoing long-term disability claim...
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