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  • Wednesday, 18 March 2015
Navigating the summer roads in Ontario
Now that spring is upon is, and only a few degrees below 0, itโ€™s time to consider some important facts to stay safe this summer. Itโ€™s often thought that car accidents and injuries are associated with winter driving conditions brought on by poor visibility and slippery conditions. However, the most severe injuries are caused by…
  • Thursday, 05 March 2015
Corey Sax discusses the inappropriate tweet about Maple Leafs’ Joffrey Lupul
AM 980โ€™s Craig Needles and Corey Sax from Diamond & Diamond Personal Injury Lawyers discussed the controversy surrounding TSNโ€™s mistake on NHL trade deadline day by accidentally broadcasting an inappropriate tweet that impacted Joffrey Lupul (Toronto Maple Leafs), Dion Phaneuf (Toronto Maple Leafs) and Dion Phaneufโ€™s wife Elisha Cuthbert. Craig Needles: When something awful or…
  • Friday, 27 February 2015
Is it time to “rehabilitate” the WSIB?
On February 20, 2015, the Thunder Bay and District Injured Workers Support Group released its platform for change, which discusses the need for a rehabilitation system that supports injured workers and recognizes the difficulties that many face with disabilities in obtaining and maintaining employment. According to The Chronicle Journal, the latest administration at the Ontario Workplace Safety and Insurance…
  • Monday, 23 February 2015
Should Queenโ€™s Park lower speed limits in cities and towns?
In an effort to improve safety on our Ontario streets, Queenโ€™s Park is looking to lower the current default speed limit that is set at 50 km/h. Steven Del Duca, Transportation Minister, and the Ontario government are currently running comprehensive consultations with municipalities (such as Thunder Bay, Sarnia, Sault Ste. Marie, Mississauga, Toronto, Peterborough, Kitchener,…
  • Tuesday, 17 February 2015
Lawmakers struggle to close legal loopholes on impaired driving
While efforts have been made to promote the dangers of impaired driving, alcohol-impaired driving remains the leading criminal cause of death in Canada. The CBC recently posted an article on thisย subject. In 2010, Ontario implemented zero Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) rules for young drivers and new motorists of all ages. Kathleen Wynne, Transportation Minister at…
  • Friday, 06 February 2015
Are Your Medical Records Really Private?
Personal privacy is as important as ever. We live in a world where information about anyone, anywhere can be found with only a few clicks. However, we could always count on our medical records to remain private. This may not be true. The Toronto Star recently reported that hundred of hospital privacy violations have gone unreported.  As…
  • Thursday, 29 January 2015
The City of Toronto cracks down on illegal parking
2015 marked the beginning of Torontoโ€™s zero-tolerance approach towards illegally parked vehicles during rush hour. It started in early January, when approximately 30 vehicles were towed in the a.m. rush hour. Rather than being ticketed, the city is towing vehicles parked on busy roads during rush hour (morning and afternoon) at the ownerโ€™s expense. As…
  • Wednesday, 21 January 2015
Understanding Your Insurance Coverage Before Travelling
As the temperature keeps everyone indoors, many Canadian travellers decide to fly south. However, many donโ€™t know enough about what their insurance covers when abroad. Travellers often opt for travel insurance (which is recommended), protecting against any accidental injuries or illness. This can cover: hospital visits, emergency surgery and physicians. However, every policy is different…
  • Friday, 16 January 2015
Should the Beer Store’s Monopoly be Challenged?
It appears that the Beer Storeโ€™s monopoly is slowly eroding, brought on by a local Toronto entrepreneur, and lawyer, who is looking to open up brew shops in Ontario. The brew shop, Barge Craft Beer, is a company looking to specialize in selling craft beers. These boutiques are commonplace across North America but banned in…
  • Monday, 12 January 2015
Isaac Zisckind Discusses the Ghomeshi Trial on CHCH
On Thursday, Isaac Zisckind joined Squareoff CHCH to discuss day 1 of the Ghomeshi trial. As a surprise to everyone, Jian Ghomeshi appeared in court, given that it was just an opportunity to set a date for the hearing. One reporter asked: โ€œWhatโ€™s your response to the new charges?โ€ His lawyer, Marie Henein, said that…

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