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Coping with serious injuries, along with a delay in getting care and/or wage loss benefits, can make a difficult situation that much worse. At Martin & Hillyer we believe it is critical to become actively involved in our client’s case as soon as possible.
Don’t always trust google to show you the best results! Here are some tips to help you identify real, local lawyers when searching online.
When travelling, planning for an adverse health issue is never high on the agenda but the cost of health care in other countries can be extraordinary! Be prepared with these tips from Bruce Hillyer.
Government amended the Rules of Civil Procedure related to cases with damages of $200,000 or less. While lawyers are not exactly known for being open to innovation, these changes should be embraced by the personal injury bar.
The Ontario Court of Appeal recently provided further guidance on the use of surveillance and Facebook in personal injury cases in its decision of Nemchin v. Green, 2019 ONCA 634.
Do I Really Need A Power Of Attorney? The short answer to this question is “yes” but if you were wondering why, keep reading!
When someone suffers a significant injury and disability, she understandably typically focuses on the benefits to which she may be entitled from insurance companies (e.g., Income Replacement Benefits and Long-Term Disability Benefits). What is sometimes overlooked is the monthly Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Disability Benefit which can provide a much-needed financial safety net to protect the injured person and her family.
The Ontario government is looking for feedback on two proposed changes to the way your car insurance works. You can have your say about these two reforms by completing the online surveys.
After a car accident, there are some important steps you should take. Get a copy of our free Car Accident Checklist to be sure you’ve covered all the bases.
Martin & Hillyer is very proud to announce Claire Wilkinson has been elected to the bench of the Law Society of Ontario.