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Top 10 Mistakes Lawyers Make in Mediation
Mediation can be a useful and cost-effective tool in resolving civil disputes. Many articles identify how to make best use of the...
Doug Wallace
Sep 93 min read
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Reasons to Consider Early Mediation
Early mediation is a strategic tool that can advance your client’s interests while allowing you to manage your time and resources...
Doug Wallace
Aug 52 min read


Client Success Story: Last-Minute WSIAT Application Doesn’t Delay Trial
When facing last-minute procedural challenges in employment law cases, it’s essential to have experienced legal counsel who can act...
Kristen King
Jun 53 min read


How Private is Your Life When You Bring a Lawsuit?
When you bring a lawsuit, whether as a plaintiff or defendant, navigating the process of document disclosure can be overwhelming. Many...
Sean Miller
Apr 243 min read


The McDonald’s Hot Coffee Case: What Really Happened?
Many people are familiar with the McDonald's hot coffee case (Stella Liebeck v. McDonald's), which remains one of the most discussed ...
Greg Robson
Mar 252 min read


Insurers Must Advise Claimants of Right to Apply for Accident Benefits
In a significant ruling on February 7, 2025, the Ontario Divisional Court reversed a decision of the Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT) in...
Doug Wallace
Mar 133 min read


Travel Insurance and Alcohol: What Every Canadian Needs to Know
For many Canadians, vacation time means escaping the cold, and for some, that also means enjoying a drink or two. If you plan on drinking...
Brian Smith
Jan 212 min read


Achieving Timely Justice in Personal Injury Claims
Discover how personal injury victims can avoid delays in Ontario's civil justice system with an efficient lawyer for timely case resolution.
Sean Miller
Dec 20, 20242 min read


Civil Fraud Results in Denial of Automobile Coverage
Discover the details of the recent court ruling on an insurance claim misrepresentation case. Learn what led to the denial of automobile cov
Kristen King
Dec 12, 20244 min read
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