How Will the Recent Changes to Ontario Accident Benefits Affect Your Rehabilitation
On September 1st, 2015 there were important changes to Ontario’s Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule. These changes significantly lowered the benefits available to Ontarians who are injured in a motor vehicle accident. This article looks at the changes and discusses how they impact accident…
View the post titled How Will the Recent Changes to Ontario Accident Benefits Affect Your RehabilitationThe right choice: Emily Foreman
“I knew when I met Emily Foreman I had made the right choice: One, in pursuing legal action and two, in choosing Emily to represent myself in my case. She is extremely smart and acted in my best interest throughout the course of my litigation. She was always organized and available whe…
View the post titled The right choice: Emily ForemanNew Decision from FSCO Addresses the Minor Injuries Guideline
On July 7, 2015, the Financial Services Commission of Ontario released a decision in Arruda v. Western Assurance,1 providing some additional analysis of the Minor Injuries Guideline (“MIG”). The Applicant Ms. Arruda sustained soft tissue and psychological injuries in a motor vehicle accident…
View the post titled New Decision from FSCO Addresses the Minor Injuries GuidelineEmily Foreman Was Unbelievable – Testimonial
Emily Foreman was unbelievable in helping me through a difficult time in my life. After I was involved in an accident and suffered numerous injuries, I didn’t know what my options were. I was dealing with doctors, physical issues, and the overwhelming emotions involved in knowing my conditio…
View the post titled Emily Foreman Was Unbelievable – TestimonialDylan’s story
Trina experienced every parent’s worst nightmare when her son Dylan was struck by a truck. In our new video, Dylan’s Story, Trina talks about how difficult the process of recovery was, and how Siskinds was able to help her get the resources to care for Dylan and prepare for his future.
View the post titled Dylan’s storyArbitration Decision: Jazey v. State Farm
Rasha El-Tawil of Siskinds LLP recently conducted a successful arbitration against State Farm Insurance in which the arbitrator awarded all benefits claimed and a significant punitive special award against State Farm. The claimant was injured in a motor vehicle accident on September 9, 2008 …
View the post titled Arbitration Decision: Jazey v. State FarmKnow Your Rights: Auto Insurance Benefit Levels
You are entitled to insurance benefits if you are involved in a car accident. Car insurance, mandatory in Ontario, provides access to these benefits. The benefits are available in almost every accident regardless of who is at fault. Normally coverage will be accessed through your own car in…
View the post titled Know Your Rights: Auto Insurance Benefit LevelsWhat should you do if you’ve been injured outside of Ontario? An update on Club Resorts Ltd v Van Breda
Introduction A motor vehicle accident is a stressful event, but if you are involved in one outside of your home province it can be even more confusing. If legal action is necessary to get the compensation you deserve, it isn’t always immediately clear if you should sue in Ontario or in the p…
View the post titled What should you do if you’ve been injured outside of Ontario? An update on Club Resorts Ltd v Van BredaThe Trillium Drug Program: Managing the Cost of Prescription Drugs
Serious financial issues arise out of serious injuries. Difficulties with income, money management, cost of care, and cost of medication, go hand in hand with serious injury, and an inability to work. In many instances Siskinds LLP represents individuals who have been seriously injured in an…
View the post titled The Trillium Drug Program: Managing the Cost of Prescription DrugsProviding Expert Opinion: be the best witness you can be
Providing expert evidence is an essential part of the legal system, Judges and Juries place significant weight on your opinion. This article outlines the legal duties of an expert and suggests some strategies for making the best presentation in court. Overview The purpose of a trial is to al…
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