The Crown Liability and Proceedings Act (the Act) permits actions to be commenced against the federal Crown, including torts,...
Category: Personal Injury
Cerebral Palsy Birth Injury – Limitation Period
Cerebral palsy is one of the most serious health problems caused by birth injuries and medical malpractice during labor...
Motor Vehicle Accident – What To Do If You Are In A Car Accident
Being involved in a motor vehicle accident can be a scary thing. You may be confused about what to...
Disclosure of Insurance Limits
In car accident cases involving serious injuries, insurance limits may be a live issue. In Nova Scotia, residents are...
Fetal Distress: Failure to Recognize and Treat the Signs and Symptoms May Be Medical Malpractice
Pregnancy is an exciting time for prospective parents. Fortunately, most children in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward...
Distracted Driving and Car Accidents in Nova Scotia
People are becoming increasingly aware of the dangers posed by distracted driving, especially since the government has highlighted the...
Cerebral Palsy – Are Genetics Involved?
A recent Canadian study has shed new light on Cerebral Palsy and its development in babies and young children....
Renewed calls for widespread use of the Surgical Safety Checklist
Surgical Safety Checklist The Surgical Safety Checklist (SSCL) is a vital tool that was introduced in by the World...
Duty to mitigate: Another individual may have caused your injuries, however, as a plaintiff, you have responsibilities as well.
Before we delve into the duty to mitigate, can we put things into context? Before delving into the duty...
Possible Complications from Oxytocin Use
In a study with implications for pregnant women in Nova Scotia, researchers found that administering a drug to induce...