Role of Surveillance Footage in a Slip and Fall Case
Good evidence is the cornerstone of any successful personal injury claim. The strongest types of evidence are clear and objective. Slip...
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BARRIE, ONTARIO
- Jul 22
Liability for Brain Injury Arising from Sports and Recreational Activities
There is growing concern about the risk of brain injury in contact sports. Recent high-profile lawsuits by professional...
- Jul 15
Common Bicycle Accident Injuries
Cycling is fun and an excellent form of exercise, not to mention a great way to get around. The number of Canadians who use a bicycle as...
- Jun 4
Hit and Run Accidents: Legal Recourse for Victims in Canada
Getting hurt in a car accident is a traumatic experience. The situation is even more upsetting when the driver who caused the accident...
- May 28
Time Limits and Deadlines in Motor Vehicle Claims: What You Need to Know
Motor vehicle claims are subject to a complicated web of notice requirements and deadlines that vary based on factors including the type...
- May 13
RESPONSIBILITIES OF SNOWMOBILE OPERATORS: LEGAL OBLIGATIONS AND CONSEQUENCES
Whether you’re a seasoned snowmobiler or a newbie, you can still get into an accident resulting in severe and life-threatening...
- May 6
Rideshare Accidents: Legal Implications for Drivers and Passengers
The process for making a personal injury claim in Ontario can be complicated. It gets even more complex when a rideshare vehicle is...
- Mar 27
Understanding No-Fault Insurance in Ontario: A Guide for Motor Vehicle Claims
You deserve compensation if you have been hurt in a motor vehicle accident caused by someone else’s fault. But you’ve also heard that...
- Mar 20
Injuries Resulting from Snowmobile Accidents: Legal Recourse for Victims
Snowmobiling can be exhilarating. It can also be dangerous, given the speed, weather, treacherous terrain, and other conditions that...
- Mar 13
Key Differences Between Short-Term and Long-Term Disability in Canada
Disability claims can be overwhelming. Interpreting the jargon in an insurance policy can be a nightmare. The rules, eligibility...
- Mar 7
Appealing a Denied Disability Claim: Legal Strategies and Tips
You were counting on disability benefits to provide you with a financial safety net. You submitted your application for long-term...
- Feb 7
Mental Health and Long-Term Disability Claims: Legal Considerations
A mental health condition can become so severe that a person needs to stop working because of it. Mental health issues must be taken...
- Jan 24
The Importance of Legal Representation in Long-Term Disability Cases
You’ve been seriously injured in an accident. The injuries you sustained are preventing you from working, so you can rely on your...
- Dec 21, 2023
The Role of Medical Evidence in Canadian Long-Term Disability Claims
Medical evidence is necessary to prove entitlement to long-term disability benefits. In fact, the strength of the medical evidence you...
- Dec 12, 2023
Common Reasons for Disability Claim Denials in Canada
You should be able to count on disability insurance benefits if you have an illness or injury that is stopping you from working....
- Nov 20, 2023
DESIGNATED DRIVER ACCIDENTS DURING THE HOLIDAYS
Impaired driving can have tragic consequences. Intoxication continues to be a frequent factor in car accidents, despite extensive public...
- Nov 20, 2023
DO I NEED A LAWYER FOR A SLIP AND FALL ACCIDENT?
You can bring a lawsuit against a property owner for injuries you suffered as a result of a slip and fall accident. Your pain and...
- Nov 9, 2023
What Is The Maximum Award I Can Receive For My Injuries In Canada?
Injury awards are described by the Supreme Court of Canada as for pain and suffering, loss of amenities, and the loss of enjoyment and...
- Nov 9, 2023
How To Avoid A Lengthy, Costly Trial – Ontario’s Simplified Procedure
Simplified Procedure in a Nutshell: Efficient Justice Through the Rules of Civil Procedure, the Ontario Legislature has created a playing...
- Nov 9, 2023
Ontario’s Safety Net: The Importance Of The Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Fund
The Basics: What is the Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Fund? Despite being mandated by law, it is not too uncommon to find an uninsured...
- Nov 9, 2023
Weekend Project Gone Wrong: Navigating Liability for Your Injuries
Home improvement projects can transform a house or yard for the better. Unfortunately, renovations and DIY weekend projects can also...
- Sep 11, 2023
Suing for Road Maintenance Negligence: Understanding Your Rights in Ontario
Drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, and rollerbladers are all at risk when roads are not properly maintained. A good example of this would be...
- Sep 11, 2023
Safe Travel Tips: Avoiding Driving-Related Personal Injuries on Your Road Trip This Summer
Who doesn’t love a good road trip in the summer? Whether it’s a drive to the beach or a trek across the country, summertime is a...
- Aug 18, 2023
CABIN SAFETY MEASURES WHEN OPENING YOUR VACATION RETREAT FOR THE SEASON
Cottage season is here again! Time to open up your vacation property and have some fun. This time of year is also a good time to think...
- Aug 18, 2023
DETERMINING LIABILITY IN WILDLIFE-RELATED ACCIDENTS: WHO BEARS RESPONSIBILITY?
If you’re driving and your vehicle strikes a deer, moose, elk, bear, coyote or other wildlife, causing you personal injury, you can...
- Aug 18, 2023
CYCLING SAFETY: PREVENTING COMMON PERSONAL INJURIES WHEN RESUMING BIKE RIDING
Cycling offers so many benefits. It’s great exercise, lots of fun, and an environmentally friendly option for commuting. Unfortunately,...
- Aug 18, 2023
NEWLY CALLED LAWYER? WE’RE HIRING! WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR PERSONAL INJURY LAW FIRM
Barrie personal injury lawyers at Littlejohn Barristers are dedicated, highly respected, and love what we do. Our law firm’s practice is...
- May 9, 2023
HOW SHOULD A JURY VALUE A PAIN AND SUFFERING AWARD
Pain and suffering awards require careful consideration. Factors such as the extent of injuries, loss of enjoyment, pre-existing...
- Dec 12, 2022
SNOW IS ON ITS WAY! TIPS FOR YOUNG DRIVERS FROM OUR INJURY LAWYERS IN BARRIE
Car and truck accidents increase in the winter. Slippery roads, bad weather, and darker days make for dangerous driving conditions....
- Dec 1, 2022
OUR BARRIE PERSONAL INJURY LAW FIRM IS GROWING—JOIN OUR TEAM!
Are you looking for something new? Are you dedicated, caring, and want to love your work? Is a solid work-life balance important to you?...
- Oct 15, 2022
TIPS FOR KEEPING SAFE AND AVOIDING INJURY THIS HALLOWEEN
Halloween is an exciting night for kids, but it can also be dangerous. The risk of being hurt in a car accident or other serious incident...
- Aug 26, 2022
THE DESTRUCTION OF CRUCIAL EVIDENCE: HOW CAN YOU PROVE YOUR CASE WITHOUT IT?
Evidence is the cornerstone of proving any type of legal claim. The courts generally wish to rely on objective facts and tangible...
- Jul 15, 2022
CADIEUX V CLOUTIER: TRANSFERRABLE COSTS: YOUR SAB COSTS CAN BE RECOVERED VIA YOUR TORT CLAIM
If you are unfortunate enough to be injured in a car accident, you may find yourself fighting for Statutory Accident Benefits (SABs)...
- Jul 1, 2022
REGISTERED DISABILITY SAVINGS PLANS: WHAT ARE THEY AND HOW COULD THEY HELP ME?
Experiencing a disability can make planning for the future much more stressful. In 2008, the Government of Canada introduced the...
- Jun 17, 2022
LOSS OF FUTURE INCOME: THE REAL AND SUBSTANTIAL POSSIBILITY
When you suffer an injury that prevents you from continuing to work, a large part of your damage award is often comprised of something...
- Jun 3, 2022
WHEN SHOULD YOU CONSIDER BUYING ADVERSE COST INSURANCE?
Imagine you are playing a game of poker. In this game, you get dealt an amazing hand, but you don’t have very much money left. Unlike...
- May 20, 2022
THE POTENTIAL IMPORTANCE OF IMES: THE EFFECT OF ST. MARTHE V O’CONNOR
If you have become disabled or injured as the result of an accident, the opinions of medical experts hired by insurers may become a...
- Jan 13, 2022
INTRODUCTION TO SAB AND CATASTROPHIC IMPAIRMENT
If you were injured in a motor vehicle accident, you might need treatment. SAB benefits may help you with some of your costs. This blog...
- Nov 28, 2021
SAB BENEFITS FOR CATASTROPHIC MENTAL IMPAIRMENT
If you are insured and have been injured in a car accident, you are entitled to Statutory Accident Benefits (“SABs”). SABs are what...
- Oct 27, 2021
THE STEPS INVOLVED IN AN ONTARIO PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION
If you have suffered a personal injury because of someone’s negligence or carelessness, you may need to start a lawsuit to receive fair...
- Oct 26, 2021
THE IMPORTANCE OF MEDICAL LEGAL ASSESSMENTS AND THEIR ROLE IN PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION
If you have begun a personal injury lawsuit due to the injuries you have suffered as a result of someone’s negligence or carelessness, it...
- Oct 26, 2021
CATASTROPHIC IMPAIRMENT FOR WHOLE PERSON IMPAIRMENTS (WPI)
A part of your Statutory Accident Benefits Claim (SAB) is assessing your overall level of physical and psychological impairments as a...
- Oct 26, 2021
LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): THE IMPORTANCE OF OBTAINING CANADA PENSION PLAN (CPP) BENEFITS
While it is possible to collect both long-term disability (LTD) and Canada Pension Plan (CPP) payments at the same time, many LTD plans...
- May 25, 2021
3 STEPS TO TAKE AFTER A PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT
What is a Pedestrian Accident? Pedestrian Accidents are “Metal on Flesh” accidents. This occurs when a motorist hits someone who is not...
- May 25, 2021
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOUR LTD CLAIM HAS BEEN DENIED
An insurer must act in utmost good faith to provide peace of mind to the insured. This is why an internal appeal can be made should a...
- Apr 21, 2021
WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOUR CLAIM FOR LTD BENEFITS HAS BEEN DENIED?
We, at Littlejohn Barristers, have developed an expertise in Long Term Disability (LTD) and Canada Pension Plan Long-Term Disability...
- Mar 29, 2021
WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU HAVE A PRE-EXISTING CONDITION THAT WAS MADE WORSE BY AN ACCIDENT?
If you have a pre-existing condition that was made worse by an accident, and you decide to sue, it is likely that an argument will be...
- Mar 2, 2021
WHAT IS THE TEST FOR CAUSATION IN PERSONAL INJURY MATTERS AND HOW IS CAUSATION DETERMINED?
Causation simply means that, in terms of a personal injury, someone else's negligence was a cause of your injury. There are two methods...
- Feb 2, 2021
WHEN IS A PASSENGER LIABLE FOR CAR ACCIDENT INJURIES?
There are special circumstances which may result in a passenger being held liable for injuries sustained following a motor vehicle...
- Jan 29, 2021
DETERMINING SOCIAL HOST LIABILITY
Social host liability is a situation in which, as a result of a social host's actions or inaction, damage or loss was sustained by...
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For your convenience, we’re located just minutes from the County Courthouse. Call Littlejohn Barristers today at 705-725-7355 to find out how we can help you in your fight for justice. Our office is in Barrie, but our lawyers are proud to serve Midland, Collingwood, Orillia and surrounding Ontario areas.
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