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80 Published ArticlesOntario & Canada FocusUpdated 2026Written by a Litigation Lawyer
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New LAT Rules for 2026: The Case Conference Summary Form and What Changed July 1

The Licence Appeal Tribunal introduced a mandatory Case Conference Summary Form for AABS disputes in July 2026. What claimants disputing denied benefits should expect.

July 2, 2026Legal Process
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Undocumented or Out-of-Status and Injured in Ontario: What Are Your Rights?

Being out of status does not erase your right to be safe or compensated. What undocumented and out-of-status people injured in Ontario should know about their legal options.

June 6, 2026Legal Process
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Dog Bite and Animal Attack Claims in Ontario: The Dog Owners' Liability Act

Ontario's Dog Owners' Liability Act imposes strict liability on dog owners. What to do after a bite, how compensation works, and the deadlines that apply.

May 5, 2026Legal Process
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Nursing Home and Long-Term Care Neglect Claims in Ontario

Falls, pressure injuries, and neglect in long-term care can be grounds for a claim. How Ontario families pursue compensation and hold facilities accountable.

April 27, 2026Legal Process
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Limitation Periods in Ontario Personal Injury Law: The Deadlines That Can End Your Claim

Missing a limitation period permanently extinguishes your right to claim. Know every applicable deadline — general tort, accident benefits, municipality notice, and LTD.

March 2025Deadlines
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Insurer Medical Examinations in Ontario: Your Rights, Risks, and How to Protect Yourself

Insurer medical examinations are mandatory — with important limits. Know your recording rights, attendance obligations, and how to respond to unfair reports.

December 2024IME
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Contingency Fees in Ontario Personal Injury: What to Know Before You Sign

No win, no fee — but the percentage and disbursement terms matter enormously. Know what contingency fee agreements must contain before you sign one.

6 min read October 2024
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Examination for Discovery in Ontario Personal Injury: What to Expect and How to Prepare

Discovery is sworn, broad, and binding. Defence counsel will ask about your entire medical history, social media, and recreational activities. Prepare properly.

9 min read August 2024
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Mediation in Ontario Personal Injury Litigation: When to Settle and When to Fight

Mediation is where most Ontario personal injury cases settle. Know the process, how to evaluate an offer fairly, and what Rule 49 costs mean for your decision.

8 min read June 2024
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Slip and Fall vs. Car Accident Claims: Key Legal Differences Every Injured Person Should Know

Slip and fall claimants have no SABS safety net — every dollar must be won in tort. The occupiers' standard, contributory negligence, and the 10-day notice rule are all critical.

7 min read March 2024
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Family Law Act Claims in Ontario Personal Injury: Compensation for Spouses and Dependants

Spouses, children, parents, and siblings of catastrophically injured persons have independent FLA claims for loss of care, guidance, and companionship — claims frequently overlooked.

8 min read October 2023
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The Ontario Personal Injury Trial Process: From Jury Selection to Judgment

Understanding the trial process — jury selection, expert evidence, charge to the jury, and costs — shapes every settlement decision you make before trial day.

12 min read July 2023
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Cost Awards in Ontario Personal Injury Litigation: What They Mean for Your Settlement

Understanding Ontario's cost award system — and the Rule 49 mechanics specifically — can save or cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars in any significant personal injury case.

8 min read May 2023

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