What you need to know about protecting yourself from slip and falls this winter
Below are a few tips on how you can protect your own and others’ physical health as well as some important information on what happens if you fall on someone else’s property or if someone falls on yours. A version of this article originally appeared in the April 2019 edition of Fifty Five Plus Magazine…. Read more »
COVID-19 and the future of travel insurance: what to consider before booking your next trip
On March 13, 2020, the Government of Canada imposed a global travel advisory on all non-essential travel abroad to limit the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. While international and inter-provincial borders closed almost immediately, lockdown restrictions are now beginning to ease and some of these borders are opening. Canadians can now travel to Quebec, Ontario,… Read more »
Staying Safe on the Water: Tips to Avoid Boating Accidents
It is that time of year that we all look forward to and, this year, probably more than ever, after months of restricted activity during the pandemic. Thankfully it has started off to be a gloriously sunny summer and as we make our way through Ottawa, we see its residents soaking up and enjoying the… Read more »
Can I proceed with a personal injury claim during the pandemic? Should I? How does it work?
Yes, absolutely. You can and you should. If you currently have a legal matter for which you are seeking advice, contact our team now. All of our lawyers are working remotely so that you can move forward with a claim safety of your own home. Our team is fully operational and has the tools to… Read more »
COVID-19 Has Delayed My Surgery – What Now?
To prepare and respond to COVID-19, hospitals are pushing back elective surgeries. Pre-COVID-19, the Queensway Carleton Hospital in Ottawa did 30-40 elective surgeries every day. Now, the hospital does 2-5 elective surgeries. Many people, especially cancer patients, are worried about how these delays will affect their health. What is an elective surgery? An elective surgery… Read more »
Get Out of Town! What to consider when purchasing travel insurance, Part 2
This article was originally published in the October 2019 edition of 55+ Magazine. Check out Part 1 here. Accuracy and precision in completing the application for travel insurance is crucial. Purchasing travel insurance can be a quick process. Many of us complete the application online through a series of clicks on our phone or computer…. Read more »