The guilty plea and sentencing of former Woodstock mayor Trevor Birtch
A gentle note before we begin: This post discusses sexual violence. Please read in a way that feels safe for you. In a recent decision, former Woodstock mayor Trevor Birtch was sentenced to four years and eight months in custody following convictions of sexual assault. The case represents mo…
View the post titled The guilty plea and sentencing of former Woodstock mayor Trevor BirtchOntario Auto Insurance is changing: what you need to do before July 2026
Starting July 1, 2026, Ontario is making significant changes to accident benefits available under your auto insurance policy. These changes will affect what financial support you receive if you are injured in a motor vehicle accident—and may leave gaps in coverage if you are not careful. Whe…
View the post titled Ontario Auto Insurance is changing: what you need to do before July 2026The Sloka Acquittal: What the case—and the appeal—mean
A gentle note before we begin: This post discusses sexual violence. Please read in a way that feels safe for you. The recent decision in R. v. Sloka has raised difficult questions about how the justice system responds to allegations of sexual assault—particularly in medical settings where th…
View the post titled The Sloka Acquittal: What the case—and the appeal—meanThe Supreme Court recognizes a new tort of intimate partner violence – why Ahluwalia matters for survivors
A gentle note before we begin: This post discusses intimate partner violence and coercive control. Please read in a way that feels safe for you. For many survivors of abuse, the legal system can feel like a place that was never designed with their realities in mind. Today’s Supreme Court of …
View the post titled The Supreme Court recognizes a new tort of intimate partner violence – why Ahluwalia matters for survivorsSexual Violence Prevention Month
Sexual Violence Prevention Month is recognized in Canada during the month of May as a time to raise awareness about sexual violence, promote safety in our communities, and challenge the many misunderstandings that continue to exist around sexual violence. This month focuses on support and di…
View the post titled Sexual Violence Prevention MonthWhen winter weather warms: Freeze-thaw cycles and the risks of slip and falls
As we navigate yet another Canadian winter to spring transition, it is important we understand the risks around this oscillating weather. In particular, the warming and freezing cycles we see well into March, sometimes even April. “Freeze-thaw cycles” refers to the weather phenomenon Canadi…
View the post titled When winter weather warms: Freeze-thaw cycles and the risks of slip and falls2026 Increases: Statutory deductibles and thresholds – A continued legislated barrier to full recovery
Did you know that if you have been hurt in a motor vehicle collision seriously enough to receive an award for pain and suffering, it may be reduced by $47,913.01? This amount is known as the statutory deductible and, worse yet, it is tied to inflation and increases each year. If you are inju…
View the post titled 2026 Increases: Statutory deductibles and thresholds – A continued legislated barrier to full recoveryInjured in an accident? Here’s how to build a strong case with good records
If you are injured due to another person’s negligence, you might be able to recover money for your losses through a personal injury lawsuit. The purpose of a personal injury lawsuit is to put you back in the position you would have been in had the wrong not occurred. As the plaintiff, or per…
View the post titled Injured in an accident? Here’s how to build a strong case with good recordsRethinking justice for survivors of sexual violence
Last week, the Office of the Federal Ombudsperson for Victims of Crime released a significant new report, “Rethinking Justice for Survivors of Sexual Violence: A Systemic Investigation”. The report casts a critical light on how Canada’s criminal justice system responds to survivo…
View the post titled Rethinking justice for survivors of sexual violenceTake me out by the ball game! An overview of spectator liability
Attending a sporting event is supposed to be fun. But what happens if you’re injured by a foul ball or a hockey puck while sitting in the stands? What if you are injured in some other manner while at a sporting event? Can you make a claim for your injuries? Understanding liability at spor…
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