Brenda Hollingsworth

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How to Hire a Criminal Defence Lawyer for your Ontario Fraud Case

Fraud is a serious white collar crime that can take many forms. It can be defined as "deliberate deception for unlawful gain", and potential risk areas for fraud include tax returns, credit card records, pension plans, banking, insurance, and charity fundraising. In Ontario, a fraud conviction can lead to major consequences which vary depending on whether the amount of money unlawfully... (posted by Brenda 1 year 39 days ago.)
Ontario's New Minor Injury Guidelines: An Overview

On September 1, 2010, a new insurance framework was put into effect in Ontario. Changes to the province's existing Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS) identified several injuries as "minor." If you are suffering from any of these "minor" injuries, you are eligible for significantly less insurance compensation than you would have been before September. "Minor injuries," under the new guideline... (posted by Brenda 1 year 50 days ago.)
Whiplash Injuries in Ontario: An Ottawa Lawyer's Overview

Whiplash is a neck injury that is frequently a result of motor vehicle accidents. When your car is struck from the side or the rear, that causes a sudden strain for the muscles in your neck - leading to the neck tissue injuries we refer to as "whiplash." In Ontario, there are two types of whiplash that are recognized as "minor injuries" by the Ontario government and by insurance companies:... (posted by Brenda 1 year 51 days ago.)
Under Investigation By the Canada Revenue Agency? Why You Need a Criminal Defence Lawyer

The Canada Revenue Agency is the federal organization responsible for both identifying and preventing tax evasion. The agency employs assessors who audit tax returns and other tax documents for the following suspicious activity: Understating income in order to avoid higher income tax payments.Failing to report income from any given source.Failing to remit... (posted by Brenda 1 year 53 days ago.)
A Criminal Defence Lawyer Explains How to get Your Charges Withdrawn or Stayed

If you have been charged with a criminal offence in Canada, you may be wondering what the options are for getting rid of your charges. Obviously, you can make a plea or have a trial. However, in some cases, there are other options such as having your charges withdrawn by the crown attorney or stayed. This article explains what those two terms mean. When can the crown... (posted by Brenda 1 year 295 days ago.)
What is Attendant Care and When do You Need It?

If you have suffered a serious motor vehicle accident, your jurisdiction may provide no-fault accident benefits to cover certain basic medical costs. In Ontario, these benefits are called Statutory Accident Benefits. In many U.S. jurisdictions, they are called PIP benefits. Where they exist, these benefits are available to you, even if you were at fault in the accident. One type of benefit that can be very... (posted by Brenda 2 years 35 days ago.)