Common Reasons Behind Canada Car Accidents

 In 2022, car accident fatalities in Canada increased by 6%. This came after a sharp decline during the COVID-19 pandemic. The number of fatalities in 2022 reached 1,931 and was the second highest in the past ten years.  Unfortunately, it looks as though motor vehicle crashes on Canadian roads will

The Ins and Outs of Filing a Bicycle Accident Lawsuit

 Bicycling is a popular mode of transportation and recreation enjoyed by millions worldwide. However, accidents involving bicycles can happen, often resulting in injuries and damages. When such incidents occur due to someone else's negligence or recklessness, victims may pursue legal action through a bicycle accident lawsuit. Navigating the legal process

Choosing the Right Child Seat: A New Parent’s Guide

 Choosing the right child seat is crucial for parents and guardians. It’s about fitting the seat in your car and ensuring your child’s safety, comfort, and happiness. With many options available, it can be overwhelming. Understanding the different types, safety features, and considerations is critical in making an informed decision

Know the Real difference between individual VS group insurance

 There are so many health insurance and group insurance plans that have different coverage. Of course, the premiums for the same can vary. Being a first-time user, you must surely be wondering which is the best possible solution for you and your family’s protection. This post is to inform you about group

What You Need to Know When Buying Cruise Travel Insurance

 More and more people decide to plan a cruise for their vacation these days and with such a growing number of travelers interested in this type of holidays, it is important to know why having a cruise travel insurance is crucial. In this article, we will give you some tips about

Palmer Administrative Services: Your Trusted Warranty Provider

 Palmer administrative services has maintained its status as the industry's leading auto warranty provider for another year running. The company's success can be attributed to many factors such as its streamlined auto protection plans, simplified claims processing, convenient financing and a strong commitment to their broad client base. Backed by

Why Private Health Insurance Coverage in Canada Needs a Review

 Last week, the media carried a story about a nine-year-old boy in New Brunswick who was denied private health coverage because of his weight (at 5 foot 2 inches and 135 pounds).  His family were shocked – as were many reading the story – that a child could be denied

WARNING: Your Auto Insurance is Changing, What You Need to Know

 If you are injured in an auto accident, you are entitled to certain statutory accident benefits – commonly referred to as "no fault" benefits – from your insurance company. The Ontario government, working in conjunction with the insurance industry, has radically changed some of these benefits. These changes came into

Aim for a Safe, Secure Move

 Photo by Nicolas Hulk. Creative Commons.   When you move your home or office, of course you want your belongings to arrive at their destination safely, with nothing broken or misplaced. But there are other forms of safety and security that are also worth important consideration, whether you are moving

Dear Health Minister Philpott — We Need Leadership In Medicare Restored

 Dear Minister Philpott, It is fantastic news that as a family doctor you are our next federal health minister.  You will know very well that our healthcare system shows its age.  Born in the middle of the 20th century, its primary focus on doctors and hospitals is outmoded as technology

What I Learned as a Medical Student Working with Low-Income Families in Toronto

 Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons. As a medical student taking part in a Social Paediatrics course at The Hospital for Sick Children, I was recently immersed in the lives and healthcare needs of low-income families in Toronto. This experience reshaped the lens through which I now view healthcare and helped

Do’s and Don’ts for Choosing a Contractor

 How to go about choosing a contractor is a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly but it doesn’t have to be an intimidating one. By arming yourself with a plan, you can be sure to land the perfect contractor to execute your type of renovation. Don’t simply rely on one

Compulsory insurance does not create affordable access to prescription drugs

 By Steve Morgan New Brunswick has opportunity to reduce pharmaceutical drug prices dramatically with a single payer system. The Liberal government of New Brunswick appears to be stepping back from the brink of mandatory prescription drug insurance. And so they should. The Conservatives had pitched the drug plan as a

Your Car Crash Survival Guide: 8 Mistakes to Avoid After an Accident

 As accident and injury lawyers, we know how chaotic a car accident can be. We’ve had countless clients come through our doors wishing they had known what steps to take right from the start. Here are some of the major missteps we’ve seen over the years, and how you can

Ontario Spends More than $11 billion a Year on Prescription Drugs

 Why an income-based drug plan would not be good for Ontario’s economy or its seniors Ontario spends $11 billion per year on prescription drugs. Nearly half of this is spent on medicines used by senior citizens, a group that receives public subsidies for nearly all of their prescription drug costs

Consider a chiropractor — filling in the “cracks” about chiropractic

 Over 4 million people in Canada, and nearly 2 million in Ontario alone, visit a chiropractor each year. The popularity of holistic medicine climbs, but many still do not fully understand what chiropractic is and how it can help. The Canadian Chiropractic Association states “Chiropractors are extensively educated in the

Injured? Don’t Wonder if you Need a Lawyer. Ask!

 A Q&A Session with Richard Auger and Brenda Hollingsworth A lot of injured people come into our office for a free consultation and tell us they had been pondering calling in for months before finally making the decision to call. All that wondering…why not act? Q: What can Auger Hollingsworth do for me? A:

In the Line of Fire: Long-Term Disability Insurance Coverage

 Few things in life are guaranteed, including long-term disability (LTD) insurance plans. While long-term disability protection may be offered through an individual’s employer, not all plans are created equal. Basically, there are two types of LTD. The first is the Insured Benefit LTD where the plan sponsor (the employer) pays