New concussion guidelines called a step in the right direction

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New guidelines on the symptoms and treatment of post-concussion syndrome represent a positive step toward the recognition of the lingering effects some concussion sufferers face, says Toronto critical injury lawyer John McLeish. Experts who helped prepare the guidelines were prompted to release the new treatment rules for family physicians, CTV reports, as increasing numbers of Canadians battle […]

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Juror process could be good teaching tool for lawyers

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A controlled glimpse into the juror process would be beneficial to counsel handling civil cases, Toronto critical injury lawyer John McLeish tells Lawyers Weekly. In the social media age, Canadian jurors and the legal community at large are divided on whether they can legally discuss the process, their deliberations, and their verdict in civil trials, the article says.

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Catastrophic impairment under the microscope at forum

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Toronto critical injury lawyers John McLeish, Patrick Brown and Dale Orlando are scheduled to participate in a one-day conference for health care providers today. McLeish, Brown and Orlando, partners with McLeish Orlando LLP, are speaking on a variety of topics at Practical Strategies: Catastrophic Impairment: A Look into the Future, presented by the Personal Injury Alliance. The conference is designed to

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Complete street plan could help to reduce fatalities

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Streets designed to take every mode of transportation into account – dubbed complete streets – are safer for the drivers, cyclists and pedestrians travelling on them, Toronto critical injury lawyer Patrick Brown says in Law Times. In the article, Brown discusses the 2012 cycling death review and the 2012 pedestrian death review, and the coroner’s office move

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Family launches $3.2M lawsuit against TTC after accident death

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The family of a 48-year-old Toronto woman, struck and killed by a TTC bus last January, has launched a $3.2 million damage suit against the driver – who faces charges arising from the tragedy – and the Toronto Transit Commission. “The sad reality, is that what happened to Wendy Martella, could happen to anyone,” said Dale

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McLeish, Brown outline strategies for working in the auto insurance system

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In a recent webinar, Toronto critical injury lawyers John McLeish and Patrick Brown outline a number of strategies that will benefit lawyers, healthcare providers and clients navigating the evolving area of auto insurance law. McLeish and Brown, partners with McLeish Orlando LLP, hosted the practical strategies session along with lawyers from Oatley,Vigmond, providing an update on how lawyers and healthcare

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McLeish Orlando set for annual Helmets on Kids campaign

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Hundreds of young cyclists will be safer on Toronto streets, thanks to this year’s Helmets on Kids campaign launched at Blake Street Junior Public School. Helmets have been donated to 500 students, as part of a campaign aimed at stopping a dangerous trend. “The reality is that too many kids injured in cycling collisions in

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Much more to learn on the impact of ABS: Brown

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As the Law Society of Upper Canada continues consultations on the issue of alternative business structures (ABS), Toronto critical injury lawyer Patrick Brown tells Lawyers Weekly it’s important to remain open-minded, though many concerns exist over the prospect of non-lawyers owning law firms. The law society launched an investigation into the ABS issue on Sept. 26, seeking information on whether

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Registration open for annual motor vehicle litigation program

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Toronto critical injury lawyer John McLeish is set to co-chair the annual Oatley McLeish Guide to Motor Vehicle Litigation 2013 program at the Law Society of Upper Canada starting today. The event, featuring the latest developments in policy, legislation and case law, has become a staple for both for plaintiffs and defence personal injury lawyers who practise motor

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Study shines light on need for brain injury awareness

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Brain injuries are occurring at an alarming rate among Ontario teenagers, a new study has found, making education and awareness on the effects of a blow to the head crucial for parents, says Toronto critical injury lawyer Dale Orlando. “I think there’s a common misconception where people talk about a concussion without understanding that a concussion

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