Most Dangerous Intersections in Toronto for Pedestrians

Posted on March 27, 2026 by kotaklaw

Walking through Toronto should never feel like a high-stakes gamble, yet certain intersections present real risks for pedestrians. Despite Toronto’s reputation as a vibrant and walkable city, pedestrians remain among the most vulnerable road users. Recognizing this challenge, the City of Toronto launched its Vision Zero Road Safety Plan in 2016, an initiative aimed at ...

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Long-Term Disability Benefits Cut Off? What You Should Do Next

Posted on March 16, 2026 by kotaklaw

Receiving long-term disability (LTD) benefits can provide essential financial stability when illness or injury prevents you from working. These benefits are designed to replace a portion of your income while you focus on treatment and recovery. However, many people are shocked to learn that their long-term disability benefits can suddenly be cut off. Insurance companies ...

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Lawyers for Long Term Disability: How Disability Lawyers Help You Win Your LTD Claim

Posted on March 12, 2026 by kotaklaw

If you’re unable to work because of a serious illness, injury, or medical condition, long-term disability (LTD) benefits can provide critical financial support. These benefits are designed to replace a portion of your income when your health prevents you from performing the duties of your job. Unfortunately, many legitimate disability claims are delayed, denied, or ...

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Short Term Disability Alberta 2026: Benefits & Claim Denials

Posted on March 9, 2026 by kotaklaw

If you are unable to work because of illness, injury, or a medical condition, short-term disability Alberta benefits can provide essential financial support while you recover. For many workers, these benefits serve as the first source of income replacement after sick leave runs out. They cover a temporary period of disability and bridge the gap ...

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Do Ski Waivers Hold Up in Court? What Ontario Skiers Must Know

Posted on March 5, 2026 (March 5, 2026) by kotaklaw

When you go skiing, snowboarding, or to a trampoline park, you’re almost always asked to sign a waiver. Most of us sign it quickly and don’t think twice. The big question people have is: if I get hurt, does that piece of paper mean I have no rights? In Ontario, the honest answer is this: ...

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Ontario Accident Benefits Changes July 1, 2026: What Drivers, Cyclists and Pedestrians Must Know

Posted on March 2, 2026 (March 5, 2026) by kotaklaw

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Starting July 1, 2026, major changes to Ontario’s Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS) will take effect. These reforms will reduce mandatory auto insurance benefits and shift Ontario to a more consumer-selected coverage model. If you are a driver, cyclist, or pedestrian in Ontario, these changes could directly affect your access to income replacement and other ...

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How Many Sick Days in Ontario? (ESA Sick Leave Rules Explained)

Posted on February 23, 2026 by kotaklaw

If you’re wondering how many sick days you get in Ontario, the answer depends on which law applies to your job (Ontario’s Employment Standards Act vs. federal rules), and what your employment contract or workplace policy provides. Here’s the Ontario overview, written for employees and employers who want a clear, accurate baseline. The short answer: ...

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Slipped on Ice in Ontario? Don’t Let the 60-Day Notice Rule Wreck Your Claim

Posted on February 20, 2026 (February 20, 2026) by kotaklaw

If you’ve taken a serious fall on snow or ice in Ontario, you may think you have two years to start a lawsuit. That’s only part of the story. In many snow and ice slip-and-fall cases, Ontario law requires written notice within just 60 days of the accident. Miss that deadline, and your claim could ...

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Is Severance Pay Mandatory in Ontario? Your Complete Guide

Posted on February 19, 2026 (February 19, 2026) by kotaklaw

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When your employment ends unexpectedly, it creates immediate financial uncertainty. One of the first questions most employees ask is: Is severance pay mandatory in Ontario? The short answer: yes, in certain situations — but the amount you are legally entitled to is often much higher than what your employer initially offers. Many employees assume the ...

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A Justice Crisis for Injured Ontarians: Why Only 8% Are Winning Accident Benefit Disputes

Posted on February 10, 2026 by kotaklaw

When Ontarians purchase auto insurance, they expect that if they are injured in a motor vehicle accident, essential benefits will be there when they need them most. These benefits — income replacement, medical and rehabilitation care, attendant care, and other supports — are meant to help injured people recover and regain stability. Yet new independent ...

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