The insurance sector continues to be a thriving industry and one where competent and knowledgeable Occupational Therapists remain in demand. Yet, many students report leaving their OT degree feeling ill-equipped and even intimidated to work in this sector, and other OT’s are hesitant to enter the industry after working in public positions. At Entwistle Power we believe that apprehension and fear is not necessary, and that new graduates or those looking to enter the sector after a career elsewhere, that are properly trained, mentored and supported can do excellent work in the world of insurance.
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Are tighter rules needed on recording devices in cars?
Most vehicles built since the early 2000s contain event data recorders that silently log everything, such as braking, speed, steering and whether a seatbelt is buckled.
Initially created to improve safety and car performance, the devices have become a tool for police to reconstruct crash scenes and for insurance companies to assign accident blame.
$80,000 Non-Pecuniary Assessment for Permanent, Partially Disabling Shoulder Injury
In today’s case (Mocharski v. Ngo) the Plaintiff was involved in a 2011 collision that the Defendant motorist was found fully at fault for. The Plaintiff suffered a left shoulder injury which, despite surgical intervention, remained problematic and resulted in a permanent partial disability.
Excessive family lawyers’ fees forcing clients to self-represent
Family lawyers are pricing themselves out of the market, forcing more people to represent themselves in court, says Toronto family lawyer Mark Seymour.
“You often hear lawyers jokingly say, ‘I couldn’t afford my fees.’ That’s a real problem,” says Seymour, principal of Seymour Law. “If nothing is done, people just won’t use lawyers anymore and they’ll do it themselves — not because they want to, but because they just won’t have the money.”
Editorial: Sunlight needed
The 34-page report is chock full of observations and recommendations that casts aspects of personal injury law into a dubious light, in areas such as advertising, referral fees, and contingency fee practices. The report also looked at advertising and fees in real estate law.
http://www.lawtimesnews.com/
Social assistance supports face funding crunch
NIAGARA—Regional politicians may soon have to make some difficult decisions on possible cuts to programs that some of Niagara’s most cash-strapped residents rely on for such things as eyeglasses, dental work, keeping a roof over their heads and avoiding having their hydro shut off.
http://www.niagarathisweek.
Concussions must be taken seriously
Concussions, a.k.a. mild traumatic brain injury, are caused by a direct blow to the head or body resulting in movement of the brain within the skull. Concussion can occur with or without loss of consciousness and symptoms can include headache, nausea, confusion or dizziness. Both physical and mental rest is recommended as part of the treatment plan. Returning to activity too soon after risks a second concussion that can lead to a more serious condition known as second-impact syndrome: a swelling of the brain that can result in severe disability or even death.
http://www.nanaimobulletin.
Should your driverless car hit a pedestrian to save your life?
A new research study, however, indicates that what people really want to ride in is an autonomous vehicle that puts its passengers first. If its machine brain has to choose between slamming into a wall or running someone over, well, sorry, pedestrian.
Salamone and Aviva 2016-06-16, Appeal, Final Decision, appeal rendered, FSCO 4937
https://www5.fsco.gov.on.ca/AD/4937
- NATURE OF THE APPEAL
On February 2, 2013, while driving his van, Mr. Salamone had a heart attack and lost consciousness. The van he was in hit one guardrail and slid along it until it hit a second, then the van left the road and ended up angled over a ditch. The damage to the van and its internal layout prevented a CPR-trained bystander from immediately treating Mr. Salamone.
Mr. Salamone claimed that the delayed treatment caused severe neurological impairments.
4 Questions to Ask Your Broker Before Renewing Your Auto Insurance
On June 1, 2016, the automobile insurance coverage available to Ontarians fell dramatically, meaning car crash victims will now receive significantly less money to help them get back on their feet. The decreased coverage will take effect upon policy renewal. Unless consumers purchase optional additional coverage, the amount of coverage they have will be significantly less than it was prior to the June 1st changes.