Monthly Archives: June 2009
Tow Truck Operators > Their Duties and Your Rights
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Our Firm answered a reader’s question posed to Mr. Eric Lai of the Toronto Star’s Wheels Section on Saturday, June 13, 2009 – you’ll find the article here or in PDF form.
For reference, a previous blog dealt with some issues regarding tow truck drivers.
Different cities in Ontario have different rules for regulating tow trucks in their city. That may change soon as new proposed legislation – Bill 87, Towing Industry Act, 2008 – has passed second reading in Ontario.… Continue Reading
Consul General of Greece in Toronto
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It was our pleasure to meet the Consul General of Greece, Mr. Dimitris Azemopoulos, on June 10, 2009 in Toronto – find photo here.
The Consulate General of Greece in Toronto plays a valuable role in the community and we wish Mr. Azemopoulos all the best and offer our support of his important endeavours.
See our previous blog regarding the Consul General’s recent address to the HCLA.
George Bougadis
Toronto Insurance Litigation Lawyer… Continue Reading
Canadian Cancer Society > 2009 Relay for Life Event
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We are proud supporters of the Canadian Cancer Society and their 2009 Relay for Life event.
The central Toronto event will be held on June 12, 2009.
Please consider supporting the Canadian Cancer Society and this event, by donation or by attending in person.
Let’s make cancer history.… Continue Reading
Pain and Suffering Damages in Canada > The Sky is Not the Limit
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Following up on yesterday’s blog dealing with pain and suffering damages arising from car accidents, how much can you claim for pain and suffering damages in Canada (for any accident)?
Answer – the pain and suffering damage maximum in Canada is currently approximately $315,000.
That is, there is a limit in Canada as to how much you can recover for pain and suffering damages, no matter how serious, catastrophic or devastating your injury.
This limit was set by the Supreme Court of Canada in 1978 at $100,000 through the trilogy of cases: Andrews v.… Continue Reading
Car Accident Injuries > How Much is Your Pain and Suffering Worth?
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If you are hurt in a car accident, how much is your pain and suffering worth by way of damages?
Answer – it depends on whether your injuries are minor or serious in nature. It also depends on the location of your accident, as different provinces deal with this issue differently.
For serious injuries, pain and suffering damages are capped and the maximum you can receive is approximately $315,000 (more on this in tomorrow’s blog).
For minor injuries, the law may limit your pain and suffering damages. … Continue Reading
CASAL Gala Attended by the Attorney General of Ontario
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Over 150 lawyers and judges attended the Canadian Association of South Asian Lawyers (CASAL) first inaugural dinner on May 29, 2009 at the Brampton Marriott to celebrate South Asian Heritage Month.
The chief guest of the evening was The Honourable Chris Bentley, Attorney General of Ontario, as announced in our previous blog entry.
A picture of The Honourable Chris Bentley, Attorney General of Ontario and Vice President of CASAL Joga Chahal is found here.
In celebration of South Asian Heritage Month, CASAL at its first inaugural dinner, acknowledged the achievements and excellence of South Asians in law and the legal profession by honouring four Judges representing the Ontario Court of Appeal and the Ontario Court of Justice.… Continue Reading
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