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The legal process can be frustrating and confusing to the layman, but a professional Hamilton lawyer such as Harvey Katz can help you navigate the legal landscape while working to achieve the best possible outcome for your legal issues. We have started this blog to familiarize our clients with how the law works in various scenarios so that they are better prepared if it does become necessary to take a case to court. Be sure to check back often for updates or give us a call to schedule a no-obligation initial consultation.

What Is Bad Faith in My Long Term Disability Claim?
A long-term or short-term disability claim with an insurer has a contract that outlines the rights and obligations of both parties. Every contract is different and provides different benefits and procedures that must be followed.

What Is Public Nuisance?
In Ontario, most cases that arise from a slip, trip or fall will be pursued under the Occupier’s Liability Act, which is a law outlining the duty to take reasonable steps to ensure a property is reasonably safe.

What Is the Threshold and Who Meets It?
The threshold is a test used by the court to determine whether an accident victim should be allowed to recover money for pain and suffering, also known as “general damages”.

What Is a Notice Letter?
We were recently asked, “what is a notice letter?” If you have sustained an injury that is the result of the negligence of another person, you could have an action for damages. Your entitlement to damages begins at

What Happens If I am Driving Without Insurance in Ontario?
Most people assume that it is very bad to drive without insurance, and they are correct. But what are the consequences of driving without insurance?

Brendan Sullivan
BA (Hon), MA, LLB – Lawyer