Honouring Hamilton’s Healthcare Heroes: Findlay Personal Injury Lawyers Give Back to the Community

At Findlay Personal Injury Lawyers, giving back to the Hamilton community is at the heart of everything we do. Our city is built on compassion, resilience, and care, values we share with the incredible people who keep our healthcare system running every single day. Recently, we were proud to open the Findlay Personal Injury Law […]

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Can I File a Claim If I Was Injured at Work but Not Covered by Workers’ Comp?

Key Takeaways Not all Ontario workers are automatically covered by WSIB. Notable exceptions include independent contractors and workers in certain industries. If you’re injured at work without WSIB coverage, you may have the right to sue your employer or third parties. Personal injury lawsuits can provide compensation for pain and suffering, which isn’t available through […]

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Who is Legally Responsible If a Dog Bites Me?

Being bitten by a dog can be a traumatic experience that often leads to physical injuries, emotional distress, and unexpected financial burdens. If you’ve been injured in a dog bite incident in Ontario, you may wonder who bears legal responsibility and what options you have for recovering compensation. Unlike some jurisdictions where dogs get “one […]

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Does Depression Qualify for LTD Benefits?

Depression is recognized as a legitimate disability in Canada’s workplace benefits system, affecting approximately 1 in 4 Canadians at some point in their lives. When severe enough to prevent someone from performing their job duties, depression can qualify for long-term disability (LTD) benefits, providing financial support during extended periods of inability to work. Despite mental […]

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What Should I Do Immediately After a Car Accident?

The moments following a car accident can be overwhelming and confusing. Despite the shock, the decisions you make in those first few minutes and hours can impact your health, safety, and legal rights. Proper actions taken immediately after an accident can make a tremendous difference, but simple mistakes can complicate recovery, both physical and financial. […]

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What Happens If My Doctor Supports Me, But the Disability Insurance Company Denies My Claim?

When your doctor confirms you cannot work due to illness or injury, yet your insurance company denies your long-term disability (LTD) claim, it can feel like a betrayal of trust. This scenario is unfortunately common in Ontario, leaving many injured and ill individuals wondering how an insurer can dismiss medical evidence from qualified healthcare professionals. […]

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Top Mistakes People Make After a Slip and Fall Accident

When a slip and fall accident occurs, the moments and decisions that follow can impact your ability to recover compensation. Unfortunately, many injured individuals inadvertently damage their own cases before they ever speak with a lawyer. Insurance companies actively look for these mistakes to minimize their financial exposure. By understanding what to avoid, you can […]

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Pain and Suffering Settlement Examples in Ontario

When you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence in Ontario, you may be entitled to compensation for your pain and suffering. Pain and suffering settlements compensate for physical pain, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life that can’t be calculated through medical bills or lost wages. Our personal injury law firm has represented […]

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What’s the Difference Between Mediation, Arbitration, and Trial?

When facing a legal dispute in Ontario, you have three main paths to resolution: mediation, arbitration, and trial. While all aim to resolve conflicts, they differ in approach and outcomes. Mediation is a collaborative process in which a neutral facilitator helps parties reach their own mutually agreed-upon agreement. Arbitration involves a private judge who makes […]

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How Long Can You Be on Long-Term Disability in Ontario?

Long-term disability (LTD) benefits are a financial lifeline for Ontario residents who cannot work due to serious illness or injury. Many workers have access to these benefits through their employer’s group insurance plan, while others purchase private disability insurance policies for protection. When clients consult our firm about disability matters, they frequently ask about the […]

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