Changes to contingency fee agreements boost consumer protection
A few months ago, the Law Society of Ontario (LSO) passed new contingency fee rules to improve transparency and fairness for clients. Standardizing contingency fee agreements will also make it easier for accident victims to compare personal injury lawyers. With a contingency agreement, you only pay
‘Wait and see’ approach to civil juries good move for Access to Justice
The recent trend for civil jury notices to be struck conditionally or provisionally will help move cases along, says Easy Legal Finance President, Larry Herscu. “Taking a ‘wait and see’ approach is a reasonable compromise given the backlogs caused by COVID-19,” he says. “It’s a growing
Staycation safety tips
Although travel restrictions have loosened and most provinces are trying to return to normal, many Canadians will face another summer of road trips and camping or cottaging. For those not yet comfortable with air travel or staying in hotels, your annual family vacation
ICBC’s no-fault insurance scheme now in effect
Time will tell how the Insurance Company of British Columbia’s (ICBC) new no-fault system will impact accident victims butpolicyholders may want to investigate extended insurance options for further protection and peace of mind, says Larry Herscu, President of Easy Legal Finance. ICBC’s “Enhanced Care coverage” launched
Virtual IMEs play significant role in PI claims, access to justice during pandemic
With continuing province-wide restrictions and public health orders in response to COVID-19, many services typically conducted in person are now being performed virtually in British Columbia, including independent medical examinations (IMEs).
Easy Legal Finance Inc. acquires Settlement Lenders Inc.
TORONTO, Jan. 12, 2021 /CNW/ – Easy Legal Finance Inc. a Canadian litigation financing firm, announced today the acquisition of Settlement Lenders Inc. Based in Edmonton, Settlement Lenders Inc.
Updated LAT stats paint grim picture for timely access to justice
Recent License Appeal Tribunal (LAT) statistics reinforce there are severe delays in proceedings, which may create increased pressure on a motor vehicle accident claimant to settle, says Easy Legal Group of Companies President and CEO Larry Herscu.
Disconnect between insurers’ record earnings and financial challenges facing Canadians
The impact of the second wave of COVID-19 on the personal finances of Canadians — particularly personal injury plaintiffs — versus the insurance industry is “diametrically opposed” and “quite troubling,” says Easy Legal Group of Companies President and CEO Larry Herscu.