Like every other industry, the legal field has had to quickly adapt to electronic mediums of communication during COVID-19; most notably, Zoom.
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Lambert v. Maracle, 2020 ONSC 1282
The court ordered costs for the plaintiffs on a substantial indemnity basis following their successful motion against the defendant, Aviva Insurance Company.
Nursing Homes in the COVID-19 Era
The care received by residents in nursing homes has been a public policy concern that has been percolating for some time. As we all adjust our personal and professional lives in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the media reports continued outbreaks and deaths amongst seniors – primarily in long-term care homes.
Lee v. Castro et al., 2020 ONSC 1257
The decision of Lee v. Castro et al. serves as an important reminder on the strict application of limitation periods, particularly when it comes to the discoverability doctrine.
What is my Personal Injury Case Worth?
If you have been injured by the negligence of another, you may be wondering about the value of your case. This is particularly so if your injuries are preventing you from working or involve extraordinary medical expenses.
S.M. vs. Unica Insurance Inc., 2020 CanLII 12718 (ON LAT)
The bar for special awards at the LAT may have just been lowered in the wake of this recent LAT decision holding “there was a failure on the part of Unica or its agents to ask the relevant questions”…
