Transitional Issues Affecting Statutory Accident Benefits Claims in Ontario

by Gregory L. Chang Tuesday, September 07, 2010
Important insurance issues if your car accident happens before September 1, 2010 or even after while you have existing higher coverage on your policy.
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Ontario’s Accident Benefits System Changes Now in Effect

by Gregory L. Chang Friday, September 03, 2010
Big changes to the Ontario car accident regime and accident benefits system affect everyone and keep insurance companies and lawyers busy.
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Think TWICE Before Pleading Guilty to a Highway Traffic Act Charge

by Gregory L. Chang Monday, April 19, 2010
Pleading guilty to a Highway Traffic Act charge has consequences.  Wife plead guilty to HTA charge, arising from a car accident caused by her ex-husband, and pays a $1000 fine.  Later, the wife is being pursued by an insurance company for an additional $30,000 as a result of that accident.
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$400,000 in Legal Costs for a Personal Injury Lawsuit

by Gregory L. Chang Wednesday, March 03, 2010
An illustration of the legal costs incurred in a recent personal injury action.
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You Sue After an Accident > Can Your Kids Be Examined About Your Claim?

by Gregory L. Chang Monday, March 01, 2010
How far can an insurance company go in defending against lawsuit?  Can they examine your children about your health and claims for damages in your lawsuit?
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The Driver You Sue Has No Insurance – Now What?

by Gregory L. Chang Friday, February 26, 2010
Insurers may, in certain situations, refuse coverage even if the insurance premium was paid.  How does this affect the plaintiff in a lawsuit?
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Hurt Before and Now Hurt Again in Accident – Can I Sue?

by Gregory L. Chang Monday, February 08, 2010
If you were involved in a previous accident, will that affect your current claim for another (recent) accident?
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Slip and Fall on City Property – Act Quickly if You Are Hurt

by Gregory L. Chang Friday, February 05, 2010
If you slip and fall on City property in Ontario and hurt yourself, you have 10 days to act
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Pain and Suffering Damages – Changes in Nova Scotia

by Gregory L. Chang Friday, January 29, 2010
A significant change to personal injury lawsuits arising from car accidents in Nova Scotia.  The insurance industry is monitoring these changes closely.
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Lawsuit Damages for Pain and Suffering Injuries from Car Accidents – Bill 198 Threshold

by Gregory L. Chang Wednesday, January 20, 2010
What pain and suffering damages can you receive in a lawsuit after a car accident?  A further case evaluating the Bill 198 threshold.
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