's Publications

Published in the 2014 Legal Resource Guide from Canadian Lawyer magazine. Personal injury claims can be complex and confusing but it is important to understand your rights, the damages you can be compensated for, the lawsuit limitation period, and other…

When representing an injured person in litigation who was formerly working and now faces limited prospects for a return to the workforce, the question ‘when and how to apply for CPP disability benefits?’ will invariably arise. Applying for Canada Pension Plan Disability…

As part of the OTLA Long Term Disability Conference in 2013, this article on mediation strategies was prepared. Slaying the LTD Dragon Over 20 years ago, in response to an inefficient civil justice system, escalating legal fees, and long and…

Published in the 2013 Legal Resource Guide from Canadian Lawyer magazine Litigating a medical negligence or malpractice claim is complex and risky. These lawsuits are vigorously defended and supported by the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA), so it's essential to contact an…

Expert evidence is critical to the outcome of a personal injury case. As the reliance on expert witnesses in litigation increases, new and enhanced techniques are required to communicate complex issues to the trier of fact. Because expert testimony is…

Settlement of personal injury claims on behalf of persons under disability has engendered confusion and uncertainty for personal injury lawyers. Counsel for the Plaintiff often negotiates what she is of the view is an excellent result on behalf of her…

Introduction Overview of Housekeeping Claims, The Pre-McIntyre Approach The right of an injured plaintiff to advance a claim for loss of housekeeping capacity is well established in Canadian law. In the Supreme Court of Canada decision of Peter v. Beblow1,…

In 2008, significant developments in motor vehicle accident law have generated a great deal of “buzz” among those who practice motor vehicle accident litigation. The potential ramifications are significant, yet there remains a great deal of uncertainty as to how…