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Upcoming Amendments to Ontario’s Statutory Accident Benefits
Prepared by Bryce Dillon, Article Student On June 1, 2016, important amendments to the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule will take effect.[1] Statutory Accident Benefits (“SABs”) are provided for in every …
Lending Your Car? Beware of Liability
If you are considering lending your vehicle to somebody, whether a friend or family member, you should be aware of potential legal liability to you or your insurance company if …
General damages – What are they?
If a person who has suffered a personal injury successfully sues the responsible party, the Court may award the plaintiff various types of damages to address their claim. These include …
Deductibles for general damages in personal injury claims arising from motor vehicle accidents
On August 1, 2015, amendments to Ontario’s Insurance Act took effect, changing the deductibles that apply to general damages awarded to victims of motor vehicle accidents who have suffered permanent …
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) is the body that regulates the practice of medicine in Ontario, and protects the interests of the public. The webpage contains a directory of all licensed physicians in Ontario, with information as to their education and current status. If you have a complaint involving an Ontario physician, the webpage also details the steps that you can take to have your matter investigated.
The Law Society of Upper Canada The Law Society of Upper Canada (LSUC) regulates lawyers and provides information to the public on how to find a lawyer or paralegal:
