“It won’t happen to me.” The reality is that hundreds of thousands people in Ontario suffer injuries unintentional accidents every year. Even relatively minor injuries can lead to large medical expenses, lost income, lost social life, and pain and suffering. Find out what the six common accidents causing personal injury are, the mistakes victims make, […]

A serious accident can shatter your sense of normalcy in an instant. One moment, you’re going about your day, and the next, you’re facing a whirlwind of pain, confusion, and uncertainty. The physical injuries may be just the tip of the iceberg—there’s also the emotional toll and the strain on your finances to contend with. […]

Did you know that, according to Ontario, around 59,000 workplace injuries occurred in 2021 alone? Workplace injuries can disrupt your life in more ways than one. From the physical pain of the injury itself to the financial strain caused by medical bills and lost income, the effects can be overwhelming. For workers in Ontario, navigating […]

In 2019, nearly one in five children under the age of 18 in Canada had experienced a parental divorce or separation, according to the Canadian Health Survey on Children and Youth (CHSCY). Despite the challenges that come with these changes, nearly half of children whose parents had divorced or separated and who maintained contact with […]

Navigating a personal injury lawsuit in Ontario can be overwhelming. Depending on the nature of the injury, the circumstances surrounding the accident, and the parties involved, it can take over a year for injured persons to receive compensation. Most people are unfamiliar with the process of pursuing a personal injury lawsuit, which is why this […]

It’s never too early to start thinking about planning for your future, and a crucial part of that planning involves creating a will or power of attorney (PoA). These legal documents are essential for ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes and that your health and financial affairs are taken care of if […]

It is with tremendous excitement that we announce that two of Niagara’s oldest and most prestigious Law Firms are joining ranks to gain strength with combined talents and synergies to better position ourselves for important legal service to Niagara residents. The partners of Lancaster Brooks & Welch LLP and Chown Cairns LLP have agreed to […]

If you’ve been in a car accident, the first thing you should do is go to the doctor. Health and safety should always be your number one priority, but you could also be damaging your ability to qualify for compensation if you don’t visit a doctor.  There are many reasons doing so could help you […]

Real estate purchases are often one of the most expensive transactions someone will make throughout the duration of their life. Due to this fact, it is not always an easy process and can be intimidating for those who are purchasing a home.  One of the most important things you can do to protect yourself financially […]

The process of separation is emotionally charged and often feels overwhelming for families. In the course of negotiating a separation agreement, you may need to deal with a number of legal issues including parenting arrangements, spousal and child support claims, insurance provisions and property division. Once you have chosen the lawyer you will work with, how do you […]