Don’t Gamble With Your Credibility: How Casino Loyalty Cards Can Betray Your Personal Injury Claim
Loyalty programs are great. Most of us participate in one type of loyalty program or another, whether it’s travel points for booking flights or spending money on a credit card. Loyal programs make us feel like we are getting something for nothing, “I was going to spend the money anyway”. However, the cost of loyalty […]
Slipped and Fell? Call Derfel!
Winter Is Coming and So Are the Hazards: Understanding the Unique Limitation Periods for Slip and Fall Claims in Ontario As winter settles across Ontario, icy sidewalks, snowy parking lots, slushy driveways, and slippery steps will become a part of daily life. Unfortunately, winter conditions bring the ever-present risk of slips and falls and the […]
ONCA Leaves Door Open for Jail for Negligent Employers
A tragic case of an employee who died in 2013 after falling from an elevated order picker (like a forklift, but controlled while walking) has led to the Ontario Court of Appeal stating that moral blameworthiness may lead to more severe sentences for employers who act negligently in offenses under the provinces Occupational Health and […]
How To Avoid Slip And Fall Accidents In The Winter
We’re in the depths of winter, and while parts of the country prepare for a huge snowstorm, we thought it would be an appropriate time to remind our readers about how to avoid slip and fall accidents during this cold, snowy, and icy time of year. Of course, no matter how careful you are, accidents […]
Court “Pierces the Corporate Veil” After Director Transfers Assets to Avoid Fine
In a recent decision from the Ontario Court of Justice, the courts looked at a case where an electrical company made an error that ultimately cost a man his life. In attempting to avoid paying a penalty for the mistake, the owner of the company decided to transfer its assets to either himself or a […]
Winter Slip and Fall Claims Against Municipalities
Last week, we discussed occupiers’ liability for winter slip and fall accidents. In many circumstances, a slip and fall will happen on municipal property, such as public sidewalks. Although still considered an occupier, it can also be more challenging to succeed in a winter slip and fall claims against municipalities. Municipal liability for winter slip […]
Occupiers’ Liability for Slip and Fall Accidents
Winter weather increases the risk of slip and fall accidents, especially if sidewalks or driveways are not kept clear of snow and ice. Last summer, we discussed occupiers’ liability in the context of accidents at the cottage, and who might be legally responsible if anyone was injured due to unsafe conditions. If someone suffers a […]
Limitation Periods for Slip and Fall Accidents in Ontario
Clients often inquire how much time they have to file a personal injury claim following a slip and fall accident. The simplest answer is that if you do fall somewhere, are injured, and are considering a lawsuit, you should consult with a lawyer as soon as possible to preserve your rights.