December 18, 2024
Proving negligence is often one of the main requirements in personal injury claims. Negligence refers to a failure to act with the reasonable care that a person or entity owes to others. In this blog, we’ll discuss the four requirements needed to prove negligence and receive compensation in a personal injury claim.
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Clergy sexual abuse is a grave and deeply troubling issue that has impacted countless individuals and communities worldwide. The abuse of power and trust by religious leaders has left scars that are not easily healed. In the wake of these crimes, both the victims and society as a whole must grapple with the consequences of such profound violations. Addressing the impact of clergy sexual abuse requires not only acknowledging the pain it has caused but also taking actionable steps toward accountability, justice, and healing for all involved.
Read Full ArticleDecember 11, 2024
Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution. It is a means for people to settle disputes or lawsuits outside of court. Most people don’t want to go to court. A neutral third party—the mediator—helps the disputing parties look for a solution that works for them. Mediators, unlike judges, do not decide the case. The mediator's role is simply to help the people involved in a dispute to negotiate with each other in a constructive manner, to gain a better understanding of the interests of all parties, and to find a resolution based on common understanding and mutual agreement.
Read Full ArticleDecember 4, 2024
Stephen Greensides, a former employee of Scouts Canada, is suing the organization for up to $2.1 million, alleging that his mental health was irreversibly damaged due to his role in handling safety complaints. Greensides, who worked in Scouts Canada's safe scouting department from 2016 to 2020, dealt with traumatic cases, including sexual and violent incidents, which he claims led to his depression and PTSD.
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Winter weather can make driving conditions hazardous, so it’s important to take extra precautions to stay safe. There are many things we can do as Londoners to ensure the safety of ourselves and others.
Read Full ArticleNovember 21, 2024
An Ontario law firm is seeking information about the movements and activities of a Catholic priest who was convicted of sexually abusing a 12-year-old boy before he died. Father Leo Charron was a parish priest in the Emeryville area from 1957 to 1958, in Windsor from 1959 to the mid-1960s and in the Pain Court and Stoney Point areas thereafter.
Read Full ArticleNovember 18, 2024
When a victim in a personal injury or sex abuse case lacks the capacity to instruct their lawyer, a litigation guardian is required. The law describes the victim who requires a litigation guardian as a “party under disability,” and this usually happens when that person is a minor or lacks the mental capacity to make certain decisions.
Read Full ArticleNovember 18, 2024
People are not often aware of the details of their insurance policies until they need to access benefits. If you are injured then one of the first steps you must take is to notify your insurance providers about the details of your accident and injury. Each insurer should be able to describe the application process.
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