Not everyone has the same interpretation of a specific event. The observers’ different perspectives can lead to different recollections. Furthermore, the capacity of a persona’s memory can decline over time. Consequently, in a courtroom, the judge could struggle to detect introduction of a lie into a statement that had been given as sworn testimony. Read More
Factors Determining Length of Wait For Settlement Check
An attorney’s client might think that he or she should expect arrival in the mail of a settlement check, soon after signing the required release form. Yet that is not always the case. Various circumstances could delay delivery of that small but highly anticipated piece of paper. Read More
Determination of Liability For Dog Attack
Not every person that has become the target of a pet canine’s teeth has chosen to sue the pet’s owner. What factors enter into a determination of the party that should be held liable for any injuries that were caused by a dog attack? Read More
What Should Be Included In Your Lawyer’s Fee Agreement?
You need to have an explicit and written fee agreement that specifies how you’re going to be represented, to what extent, what the lawyer will represent you, and how they will be compensated. Read More
What Happens When Both Parties Are In The Wrong In An Injury Claim?
Most personal injury cases are about the liability and evidence proving it. But oftentimes, there is a fine line between the culpability of the defendant and the plaintiff when it comes to being responsible for the accident. The answer is not always obvious either. That’s especially the case if you’re the plaintiff and you’re partially at fault for the accident. Read More
Know Which Factors Will Affect Your Personal Injury Settlement
Maybe you were in an accident and got injured, lost your hob while the hospital bills are mounting. Filing a claim for compensation might seem the easiest way out. However, it is not that easy that you file and the insurance company approves a fait settlement. Read More
How To Get The Best Personal Injury Settlement
Know how to create a strategy for getting the highest personal injury settlement possible. It’s vital once your personal injury case or claim gets going. Read More
Proving Liability In A Slip And Fall Injury Case
In the GTA and throughout Ontario Province, real property owners and occupiers are legally responsible for keeping their premises safe and secure for all visitors. This includes addressing all dangerous or hazardous conditions, ensuring that all structures on said property is up to code, and performing preventative maintenance regularly. The failure to do so puts visitors at risk of serious or even catastrophic injury. Unfortunately, dozens of individuals suffer injury in accidents that could be prevented. Read More
Protecting Your Rights After A Motorcycle Accident
As a motorcyclist, you’re at an elevated risk of suffering serious or even life-threatening injuries should you be involved in an accident with a motor vehicle. There are no airbags, no bumpers, and no metal vehicle body protecting you from the force of a collision. Read More
Legal Representation For Pedestrian Accident Victims
Whether it’s walking in the downtown area or on a quiet, tree-lined street in the suburbs, pedestrians are extremely vulnerable to being struck by a moving vehicle. From having to watch for distracted drivers to walking along poorly lit streets, you’re at an increased risk of suffering serious or even fatal injury as a pedestrian. Thankfully, these accidents aren’t as common as other types of motor vehicle accidents. However, the last thing you’d expect is getting struck by a moving vehicle. Read More