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Joining a gym in Ontario often involves signing membership agreements, assumption-of-risk forms and liability waivers before using the facility. Those documents can become important if an injury occurs. However, a waiver does not necessarily resolve every question about whether an injured person can … Read more »

Ottawa residents had several reminders this summer of how quickly severe weather can cause widespread property damage. Heavy rainfall, flooding, damaging winds, fallen trees, power outages, and roof damage can all create significant losses for homeowners, businesses, landlords, tenants, and insurers … Read more »

Ontario’s auto insurance system changed significantly on July 1, 2026. Several accident benefits that were previously included as standard coverage are now optional, giving drivers more choices about the protection included in their policies. With more choice, however, comes more complexity. Drivers … Read more »

Tierney Stauffer LLP is honoured to announce that four of its team members have been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers of Canada: Susan D. Mitchell, Mary Jane Binks, KC, Dana P. Tierney, and Lesly Joseph. Additionally, Danielle Bartlett has been highlighted in Best Lawyers: Ones to … Read more »

Moving into a retirement residence, nursing home, or assisted-living community is often intended to provide greater comfort, convenience, and security. Residents may rely on shared dining rooms, hallways, elevators, gardens, parking areas, and other common spaces every day. A fall in one of these ar … Read more »