Rowan Stringer was a gifted athlete who died as a result of multiple head injuries she sustained while playing rugby for her Ottawa high school team. Five years after her death in May 2013, the Ontario government passed Rowan’s Law, legislation which is designed to protect amateur athletes and provide education about the dangers of […]
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Those left with injuries after a motor vehicle accident are not necessarily the only ones who suffer. In many instances, loved ones are left with psychological and emotional scars requiring care, even if they did not witness the accident. These victims are often disregarded, if not unseen when it comes to insurance claims. That is why last month’s
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Accidents happen, which is why it makes sense to have insurance to protect your financial well-being. Long-term disability (LTD) insurance provides financial assistance if you are unable to work due to an illness or injury. While many people are familiar with the concept of an LTD policy, there are many moving parts. That is why
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At Gluckstein Lawyers, we represent clients dealing with the physical and emotional fallout of their injuries whether they are victims of a motor vehicle accident, a sexual assault or a negligent medical procedure. In these cases, specially trained dogs can have a positive impact on people as they navigate through an extremely difficult time in their
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Each year about 200,000 Canadians are diagnosed with a concussion, according to Brain Injury Canada. It can be a perplexing injury that could lead to cognitive impairments that can impact the rest of your life. Concussions can be difficult to diagnose. It cannot be seen on a regular X-ray and brain scans are typically not helpful. A CT
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To many, a dog is a faithful companion and a vital member of the family. They are usually loyal, affectionate and protective. However, under certain circumstances, any dog can bite. In fact, it has been reported that there are about 500,000 dog bites each year in this country, and children are most likely to be
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