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Short term and Long term Disabilities from Mental Health
There is a growing number of Canadians who are suffering from mental illnesses which include depression, anxiety and other health-related conditions. Unfortunately, mental health is a hidden issue in our society despite the growing number of sufferers........
Brain Injury Checklist - Protecting Your Rights After a Head Injury
Brain injuries can become progressively more dangerous if they are not treated immediately. The situations that led up to a brain injury can be important in determining the cause of the injury and any liability on the part of the people involved. If you or someone you know has experienced a brain injury of any kind, there is a checklist of procedures you should follow to help you get treatment and be certain that your rights are protected.......
The Sources of Traumatic and Acquired Brain Injuries
Brain injuries can be broken down into two categories; traumatic and acquired. A traumatic brain injury is the result of some sort of direct impact to the brain, while an acquired brain injury can be the result of a medical condition or indirect trauma to the head. There are initial and immediate consequences to a brain injury and then there are the long-term effects that can linger for days, weeks, months or even years.......
Himelfarb Proszanski LLP Supports Toronto Rehab Stroke Program
The Toronto Rehab Foundation paid tribute to litigator, former patient and stroke survivor, Mr. Harvey T. Strosberg, Q.C. The event raised over $315,000 for Toronto Rehab bring the legal community together to toast Harvey and raise funds and awareness for Toronto Rehab Stroke Program. Click here for more on this a spectacular evening in support of a great cause.......
Stay Safe on Your Snowmobile this Winter
According to the latest count by the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, there are 43,000 kilometres of registered snowmobile paths in the province of Ontario. Even though the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs points out that......
Learn How to Protect Yourself While Driving in Bad Weather
One of the factors that you cannot control when it comes to driving is the weather. The odds that you will be involved in a serious accident go up incrementally as the weather gets worse.....
What Should I Do If The Other Driver Refuses To Give Their Information Following A Car Accident?
Motor vehicle accidents can range from unplanned inconveniences to major hardships and a significant disruption in your life. Although no one plans to get into a car accident, knowing the important steps to take in the event of one can keep you protected....
Injured While On Public Transit - Understand Your RIghts
Unbeknownst to many riders of public transit, Bill 173 which came into effect on May 12, 2011, now restricts rider’s abilities to receive accident benefits if they’ve suffered an injury while on public transit. For the millions of riders of public transit each day, there was minimal public coverage of this change in laws. Because Bill 173 affects so many people...
Personal Injury While Involved in Minor Motor Vehicle Collision
There have been recent legislative changes that will impact people who have suffered a personal injury as a result of being in a car accident. Legislation implemented as of September 1, 2010 by the Ontario government has reduced the amount of medical and rehabilitative benefits sufferers are entitled to when involved in a minor vehicle collision...
Dog Attacks - What to Do If You Are Seriously Injured by a Dog Bite
Although most dogs we meet and interact with are friendly and have responsible owners, there always remains the possibility of you or a loved one suffering a bite. While the majority of owners are responsible and take steps to ensure their dog does not cause undue harm to an innocent person...
Paying Attention While on the Road - Pedestrian and Driver Injuries
In this age of constant communication, the necessity of cell phones for many people has become increasingly common. It comes as no surprise that the number of injuries and fatalities on the road have increased as technological advancements have developed...
Brain Injury due to Prescribed Medication
In the last twenty years, medical studies have shown that people can suffer serious and irreversible brain injuries as a result of certain prescribed medications. These types of brain injuries are also referred to as tardive dyskinesia. The disorder can affect any muscle...
Whiplash Injury - How Serious Is Your Neck Injury
In Canada, Whiplash injury affects 83% of all individuals in a traffic collision. Whiplash frequently occurs when a motor vehicle is struck from the rear or side, causing sharp and sudden movement to the neck of the driver or occupants. Whiplash is an injury to the soft tissues...
Workplace Injury - What to Do If Injured at Work
In 2007, one in every 53 employed workers in Canada was injured or harmed on the job and received workers’ compensation as a result. In Ontario alone, more than 10,000 workers under the age of 25 will file a claim this year with the Workplace Safety...
First Annual 5K Run, Walk & Roll For The Brian Injury Society of Toronto
The Brain Injury Society of Toronto (BIST) helps acquired brain injury survivors and families in the City of Toronto, living with the effects of acquired brain injury through education, awareness, support and advocacy. Membership is open to anyone...
Bicycle Accidents - How To Avoid Injury While Cycling
For some of us, riding a bicycle is a fun and relaxing way of getting exercise. For many others, it is an important or even the primary mode of travel that helps them get from one location to the next. For many Canadians in major cities like Toronto...
Dental Malpractice - Important Questions To Ask A New Dentist
Seeing a dentist regularly is an important part of maintaining your overall oral health. The vast majority of us see a dentist on a regular basis for cleanings as well as general care including fillings and other minor work. Furthermore, cosmetic dentistry is an increasingly popular...
Himelfarb Proszanski LLP Supports 16th Annual Toronto Wheelchair Race
The Toronto Wheelchair Relay Challenge is a public awareness and fundraising event bringing together able-bodied and disabled individuals for a fun-filled family day to support the services of the Canadian Paraplegic Association Ontario in Toronto and surrounding areas. In addition to raising funds...
Economic Consequences of Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injury is the leading cause of death and disability throughout the world. Every year, between 30,000 and 45,000 Canadians sustain a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and these numbers are rising. Moreover, the majority of Canadians who sustain these injuries are under the age of 30...
Back Injury - When Do You Have A Case
Many of us have experienced back pain at some point, ranging from minor strains and pulls to more serious injuries that can be debilitating. Most back injuries can be traced to muscle problems – often times this is due to weak or tense muscles that haven’t been properly stretched, or muscle imbalances...
Brain Injuries In Sports - What Parents Should Know
A brain injury can be one of the most traumatic and life-changing injuries to endure. Unfortunately, traumatic brain injuries, such as concussions, are some of the most common injuries to occur – especially in sports. In recent years, much attention in the press has been given to...
Pedestrian Accidents - Essential Information To Avoid A Serious Injury
Virtually all of us spend some time during our days as a pedestrian – moving from one location to another either by foot or by a mobility aid is an act so routine that most of us take it for granted entirely. Suffering an injury as a pedestrian, however, can be a devastating and life-changing experience...
Black Boxes: An Untapped Source of Evidence for MVA Litigation
Unbeknown to many drivers, a significant proportion of today’s vehicles are equipped with “black boxes” or event data recorders (EDRs), similar to those found in airplanes. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, is considering making black boxes a requirement for all vehicles in the United States...
Diving Accidents - Learn How To Keep Summer Fun
Among the many water sports people engage in during the summer months, diving into lakes and pools from structures such as trees, rocks, cliffs, balconies, and boats is a particularly dangerous recreation which can lead to serious personal injury or death. These accidents generally occur as a result...
Boating Accident - Understanding Your Rights If Injured
For many Ontarians, the warm summer months correspond to heading out to the cottage, undocking the boat, and spending some time on the lake either fishing, simply relaxing on the boat, or participating in exhilarating water sports such as waterskiing or bodyboarding. On any given day, you are likely to find...
Discovery of Documents and the Social Network
Canadians are increasingly embracing online social networking. One of the more popular networking sites, Facebook, has over 600 million active users with at least 15.5 million of those members being Canadian. Users create personal profiles, exchange messages, post pictures and videos, join interest groups...
Changes to the Statutory Accident Benefit Schedule Effective September 1, 2010
Major changes were made to the Statutory Accident Benefit Schedule, a regulation pursuant to the Insurance Act on September 1, 2010. These changes are now in effect. These changes to the SABS are extensive both with respect to the quantum and entitlement to benefits as well as how these benefits...
Identifying Proper Parties Prior To Commencing Your Claim
When commencing a legal action, it is imperative that the proper parties are named. A recent trip to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice reiterates the obligation to identify proper parties and underscores the consequences for failing to do so. In the unfortunate event that you are involved in a motor vehicle accident...
Relevant, Probative, and Persuasive - Guidelines For Documentary Discovery
In the interest of fairness, parties involved in the civil litigation process in Ontario have a continuing obligation to disclose relevant documents to opposing parties. The obligation exists independently of production requests arising out of an oral examination for discovery. Depending on the nature of the action and the issues at play...
What You Should Do After A Personal Injury
If you've been injured in an accident or by other means, there are certain steps which you must take to protect your rights. Doing so will assist you in reaching the best possible recovery. We've compiled a checklist of items that we hope will help in the unfortunate event you are injured. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact us...
How To Choose A Personal Injury Lawyer
When you have been injured in an accident of any kind, finding the right personal injury lawyer is vital to the success of the settlement you will soon be seeking. Despite what many will have you believe, all lawyers are not the same and therefore, searching for a lawyer that specializes in your type of accident is incredibly important...
The Litigation Process in Ontario
To recover damages from the party who caused your injury, a law suit will be commenced. This is known as the tort action. Also known as civil litigation, lawsuits happen on a regular basis, however that is not to say that pursuing a lawsuit is a simple task, far from it. The lawyers at Himelfarb Proszanski LLP can make the process much simpler...
