Province’s auto insurance plan deemed problematic by lawyers In a separate Sept. 16 submission, the Toronto Lawyers Association said it supported some aspects of the government’s plan — such as reinstating the $2 million benefit limit for catastrophic car crash injuries, allowing recipients to decide how to split the money between medical, rehab and attendant costs. But like FOLA, the government’s plan also raised concerns for the TLA, both on the plaintiff’s and defence side of the bar. For instance, a proposal to let people lower their auto insurance premiums by reducing their coverage to $1 million is problematic, the TLA wrote. “Auto insurance...
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A lawyer for an RCMP employee charged with breaching the official-secrets law says he is awaiting details of the allegations from the Crown. Defence lawyer Ian Carter told an Ontario court judge on Friday he has an “initial synopsis” of the case against Cameron Ortis. Mr. Carter says once he has fuller disclosure in the matter, he will review the material and be in a position to set a bail hearing. Mr. Ortis, 47, is accused of violating three sections of the Security of Information Act as well as two Criminal Code provisions, including breach of trust, for allegedly trying to disclose classified information to an unspecified foreign entity or terrorist group. Mr. Ortis, wearing glasses and...
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Canadians have long been aware that Justin Trudeau likes to dress up. His tendency to appropriate dress and customs from other cultures has prompted gentle mockery from rival politicians and the media: on a trip to India last year, he was photographed in a kurta on numerous occasions. He has Indigenous art tattooed his shoulder. He wears Ramadan socks and dances to bhangra music. The incident has landed the prime minister in hot water as his Liberal party fights to secure another four-year term in a tightly contested federal election. Trudeau quickly apologized – “I’m pissed off at myself. I’m disappointed in myself,” he told reporters – but the damage may already have been done, said...
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Trump Taps La Cañada Lawyer For National Security Advisor Robert C. O'Brien, a litigator and author, will be at the center of the nation's conflicts with Iran, North Korea, and China. Updated Sep 18, 2019 4:12 pm PT President Donald Trump and new national security adviser Robert C. O'Brien talk with reporters before boarding Air Force One at Los Angeles International Airport, Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) LOS ANGELES, CA — Robert C. O'Brien, President Donald Trump's choice to be his new national security advisor, was born in Los Angeles and has maintained a California connection as a long time resident of Cañada Flintridge. O'Brien is the...
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A defence lawyer says the Crown’s theory against a father accused of killing his two young daughters at Christmas in 2017 is circumstantial and his client’s evidence was consistent in denying the allegations. Kevin McCullough told a B.C. Supreme Court jury Tuesday that the prosecution couldn’t fill in gaps in its case against Andrew Berry including for the time of death for the girls and a motive for the alleged crime. He also disputed an allegation made by the Crown that Berry attempted suicide after killing his daughters. “When the accused takes the stand and gives you detailed evidence that he didn’t do it the Crown better prove that he is a liar,” McCullough said in his closing...
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As a personal injury lawyer, I’m often asked about the challenges faced by people dealing with workplace injuries. Nobody goes to work expecting to get hurt, but the reality is that each year over 250,000 Canadians are injured on the job. Not only do workplace injuries cause physical pain and suffering, but they can have a major impact on everything from income to relationships, mental wellness and even future employment opportunities. Injured Workers – Aren’t They Just ‘Faking It’? To make matters even worse is the fact that injured workers are often viewed with suspicion by insurance companies, management and even their colleagues. Unfortunately, there’s a...
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Canadian Immigration Lawyers Immigration and Citizenship Although many people can come to Canada as visitors without a visa, some may need a visa to visit, study and work in the country. Some may wish to immigrate to Canada and become Permanent Residents while others may be in circumstances that will require them to seek Refugee Protection in Canada. Remaining here as a landed immigrant or refugee is a long, often complicated process. Our immigration lawyers can make the process of obtaining and maintaining your immigration status here easier and help avoid unnecessary delays and complications. Whether you're intended stay in Canada is temporary or if you wish to work and live here...
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The RCMP have charged one of its highest-ranking intelligence officials with illegally storing and communicating classified information, raising fears of a massive security breach at the national police force that stands to affect the operations of law-enforcement agencies in Canada and around the world. Current and retired members of the RCMP were shocked by the arrest of Cameron Jay Ortis, who was director-general of the National Intelligence Coordination Centre. The 47-year-old faces seven charges under the Security of Information Act and the Criminal Code in relation to alleged infractions between 2015 and 2019. According to documents filed in court, he is charged under the act with...
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Dangerous driver fires lawyer minutes before sentencing hearing Todd Lambert was supposed to find out Friday how much time the Crown and defence think he should spend behind bars for dangerous driving causing death. But moments before his hearing was to begin, Lambert fired his lawyer. "I guess we were here to do a sentencing," defence lawyer Wayne Gardner told the court. "However, 10 minutes before, he told me he wishes to have different counsel. He's unhappy with my services." The sentencing hearing in Edmonton Court of Queen's Bench was adjourned to allow Lambert, 50, time to find a new lawyer. Lambert pleaded guilty last November. He is not in custody. In April 2016, Lambert suffered...
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Kim Kardashian Gives Health Update After Testing Positive For Lupus Antibodies, Talks Law And Family Life In ‘Today’ Interview Kim Kardashian. Photo: Chelsea Lauren/Levis/WardrobeNYC/Shutterstock Kim Kardashian talks about family life, becoming a lawyer, and testing positive for lupus antibodies during an appearance on Tuesday’s “Today Show”. Sunday’s “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” saw the star get some tests done after having symptoms like fevers, rashes, mouth sores, and joint swelling. Kardashian said on “Today”: “I was able to find an amazing doctor. We figured out what the problem is, and I, unfortunately, had to get...
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