Law Resources & News
Damages For Wrongful Death On The Rise – Martin & Hillyer
In a recent case from the Ontario Court of Appeal, a new highwater mark was set for damages in wrongful death cases. In Moore v
Will Returning To Work Hurt My Disability Claim?
As a lawyer who represents disabled people, a question I am often asked by clients is, ‘Will returning to work hurt my disability claim?” The
When Should I Update My Will? 3 Common Situations
You’ve taken the time to make your will, but now you’re wondering, when does it need to be updated? Read on for some of the
Fault Determination Rules – When They Apply?
I’ve just been involved in an accident and the Insurance Company has said I’m at fault, how do I know if they are correct? For
COVID-19 Trials
Zoom has emerged as a viable tool to not only keep the justice system from collapsing, but to make it more efficient and user friendly compared to the traditional way the courts operated.
Anti-SLAPP Legislation
SLAPP, which stands for strategic lawsuit against public participation, is a lawsuit that is designed to censor, intimidate and silence critics of some public interest. The actual aim of the lawsuit is to burden the defendant to such an extent that they decide to terminate their opposition.
It’s Time to Get Rid of Civil Juries
A civil jury isn’t always necessary and the Ontario government should take steps to amend its broken system.
Intrusion Upon Seclusion: What To Do When Your Privacy Has Been Invaded
If someone has intentionally invaded your personal affairs – for example, improperly accessing your medical records or financial information – you may be entitled to damages.
Getting Status Certificate – Why Should You Care? 5 Reasons
A Status Certificate is a package of documents prepared by the condominium corporation that includes quite a bit of information about the condominium corporation, including by-laws and the corporation’s financial statements.
When Lawyers Lie (Not Every Lawyer Is Atticus Finch)
If you have concerns about how your lawyer is handling your matter talk to your lawyer, request copies of important documents, request a timetable for your matter and ask your lawyer to copy you with correspondence.
What Are Accident Benefits? 5 Benefits You Need To Know
The term “accident benefits” just means the insurance benefits that are potentially available to you if you are hurt in an auto collision.
Two-Wheelers In Jeopardy – How To Deal With Consequences
It is incumbent upon insurance agents and brokers to properly explain the types of insurance coverage available to insured drivers.
COVID-19 and Ontario’s Civil Justice System
COVID-19 has brought our civil justice system to a grinding halt. Courthouses are closed, limitation periods are suspended, and it is very difficult to get a case before a judge unless it is urgent or very straightforward.
Stephen Abraham’s Post COVID-19 Wishlist
We are all suffering through the worst pandemic in memory. With that in mind, I’d like to give you a list of things that I’m looking forward to after we defeat the Coronavirus.
Do I Need A Trust In My Will?
When are trusts most often used in wills? When you are intending to benefit a minor child in your will, you are intending to benefit a person who receives odsp, you want to control what happens to the inheritance after a beneficiary’s death or you want to control the beneficiary’s spending.
Children’s Aid Society Wants To Interview Me! What To Do?
If the CAS calls you for an interview, do you have to speak with them? The short answer is, in most cases, no – however, if you don’t agree to an interview, this raises a big red flag, and the CAS has a range of options open to them to compel you to participate in their investigation, or to continue their investigation without your involvement.
Notice To Our Clients
Please be advised that as we do our part to slow the spread of COVID-19, we are practicing social distancing. In the context of our business this means that we are conducting client meetings via phone or video call whenever possible and we will only be having brief in-person meetings when it is absolutely necessary.
Getting the Care You Need … Now!
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.
Finding a Local Personal Injury Lawyer Shouldn’t Be So Hard
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.
Bruce Hillyer’s on Purchasing Travel Insurance
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.
Rules of Civil Procedure – The Rules, They Are a Changin…
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.
