by Safiyya Vankalwala

The compendium of damages awarded in personal injury actions across Ontario, from January 1999 to October 2023, is available for download on the County of Carleton Law Association website, or you may click here.

Understanding both historical and current case law is vital for lawyers to effectively benchmark their client’s damages against those awarded in similar cases. This comprehensive knowledge allows lawyers to evaluate precedents and analyze trends in judicial decisions, ensuring that the damages sought are realistic and justifiable. By referencing comparable cases and outcomes, lawyers can set realistic expectations for the clients, strengthen their position in settlement negotiations, and prepare persuasive arguments for trial.

You can access other risk management resources, such as liability issues when failing to advance OHIP’s subrogation claims, on LAWPRO’s risk management website, PracticePRO.ca.

Categories: Civil Litigation