In the vast majority of civil cases, the matter settles before a trial. But that doesn’t mean that settlement is always the right choice. In fact, sometimes it’s anything but. An out-of-court settlement is a private agreement that ends a legal dispute without a judge’s ruling. Typically, one party agrees to pay compensation, and the […]
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You’re in the midst of a lawsuit. You’re overwhelmed, maybe angry, and confused on what your next move should be. Looming deadlines are only adding to your already sky-high stress level. It’s normal to feel this way. Ontario’s civil litigation process runs on strict rules. Miss just one minor step, and your whole civil case
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If you’re involved in a lawsuit, you’ve probably heard lawyers mention ‘motions’ — but what do they actually mean? The term confuses many people. I see it a lot in my practice. Clients ask what motions are and how they impact their case. In a nutshell, motions are requests to the judge during a case.
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Negligence is not about someone’s intent. It comes down to how they acted and whether they took proper care when they should have. A person or business can be held negligent if they behave in a way that results in unnecessary risk of harm to others. If you’ve been hurt or financially impacted by someone
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If you are suing someone in Ontario, it can feel like a daunting road ahead. However, it’s often the most effective way to move forward if someone owes you money, breaks the terms of a contract, or acts in a way that causes personal harm. For example, lawsuits can arise from unpaid loans, damage to
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Were you injured or suffered financial loss because someone didn’t take reasonable care? You might be wondering: Do I have a legal case? How do I go about proving negligence? These are fair questions. You’ve likely been dealing with pain, stress, or unexpected bills. Maybe you’re still trying to make sense of what happened. Before
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If you’re thinking about suing for negligence in Ontario, you may wonder if it’s too late or if there is still time. This is not unusual, as you may not have realized you potentially had a case for negligence until some time after an incident. Or you’ve been busy trying to manage the devastating consequences
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For many of us, the courts are a symbol of truth and justice, where those in the right prevail and those who have been wronged are recognized and compensated. That’s why it feels so devastating — especially when you have put all that time, effort, and money into a trial or hearing — when the
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A wrongful conviction can leave you and your family members devastated. It may affect your entire future and your ability to pursue a degree, obtain employment, or find a place to live. Aside from the emotional roller coaster, a wrongful conviction poses financial and legal challenges. To set the record straight, you need to appeal
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An unfair trial can be stressful and drain you emotionally, especially when you feel that the system has failed you. The uncertainty about what comes next can weigh on your mind. The good news is you may have options after an unfair trial, like an appeal. Did you get an unjust court decision? There are
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