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Blogs & News
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12 Gluckstein Lawyers Named in the 2025 Editions of The Best Lawyers in Canada™ and The Best Lawyers: Ones To Watch in Canada™
We are thrilled to announce that 10 of our esteemed lawyers have been named in the 2025 Edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™ and 2 of our up and coming lawyers have been acknowledged ...Read Full Story -
Why Is Consistent Medical Treatment Important in Disability Cases?
A successful disability claim must include a chronological narrative of your medical history, treatments and diagnoses. That type of medical evidence can only be gathered through regular and ongoing m...Read Full Story -
Government Auto Insurance Plan Has the Potential to Put Consumers at Risk
The question that must be asked with provincial government's plan to reform auto insurance is whether the initiative is truly in the best interests of consumers and the public at large. Finance Minist...Read Full Story -
Courts Can Benefit From Limiting Unworthy Expert Witness Testimony
By Tony Poland, LegalMatters StaffThe proliferation of professional expert witnesses has become an impediment to Ontario's justice system, says Barrie-area litigator M. Steven Rastin. However, he says...Read Full Story -
Safe and Serene Backyards: Swimming Pool Safety
Summer is a great time to get outside and spend time by the water, whether it is at the lake or around a pool. Going to the cottage is a time-honoured tradition in our country but, for many, it is fin...Read Full Story -
Avoid a Boating Accident by Being Prepared Before You Head out on the Water
According to Boating Ontario, more than 15 million Canadians enjoy boating because of the "emotional, behavioural and psychological benefits of being near, around, on, or in water." And we live in the...Read Full Story -
Keep Safety in Mind While Riding an E-Bike
There is no denying the increasing popularity of e-bikes. These power-assisted bicycles were once considered a novelty in North America but that changed during the pandemic. It is reported sales of e-...Read Full Story -
Guiding Senior Clients Through a Slow Legal System
The justice system should treat people of all ages equally, though there are steps lawyers can take to ensure Golden Years clients are well represented. The first thing to realize is that there is no ...Read Full Story -
Steve Rastin and Tiffany Lawand-Fraser Honoured at OTLA Awards
We're thrilled to share that two of our very own have been recognized by the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA) for their remarkable contributions to the legal profession and their unwavering co...Read Full Story -
What Constitutes a Personal Injury
A personal injury is when a person’s body, mind or emotions are damaged due to the negligence or intentional actions of another party. It is not limited to physical injuries but encompasses a wide ran...Read Full Story -
Federal government urged to take action on judicial vacancies
By Tony Poland, LegalMatters Staff A troubling Federal Court judgment calling on the federal government to fill the large number of outstanding judicial vacancies “speaks to a justice system in crisis...Read Full Story -
Lawyers concerned by Ontario’s plans to make some automobile insurance coverage optional
By: Ian Burns, Law360 CanadaLaw360 Canada (March 27, 2024, 1:45 PM EDT) -- The Ontario government is saying auto insurance reforms outlined in its 2024 budget will give more choice to consumers, ...Read Full Story -
Class Action and Mass Torts Are Effective Tools in Personal Injury Cases
In a perfect world, all those who have been harmed due to the negligence of others would receive justice. Unfortunately, that is not always the case and litigation becomes the only path to a solution....Read Full Story -
Gluckstein Lawyers Recognized in 2024 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory
We are excited to announce that four of our esteemed Gluckstein Lawyers have been recognized as Leading Legal Practitioners across Canada in the 2024 Canadian Lexpert Directory.Charles Gluckstein (Per...Read Full Story -
Insurers Shouldn't Profit Excessively from Canada Disability Benefit
At long last, the federal government is moving forward with the Canada Disability Benefit which was promised in 2020. In theory, the benefit, which is intended to enhance the lives of Canadians by red...Read Full Story -
What to Do if You Are in a Commercial Truck Accident
Drivers must always be watchful of other vehicles on the road. An average car weighs more than a ton and can cause significant damage in a collision, especially when travelling at a high rate of speed...Read Full Story -
This Little Light of Mine: Dangers of Faulty or Defective String Lighting
At a time of year when the days are shortest, is it any wonder that we take such delight in seeing so many twinkling little lights, both inside and outside our homes? Of course, as with virtually anyt...Read Full Story -
Don’t Let Impaired Driving Spoil the Festive Season
As the holiday season is in full swing, it's crucial to ensure that festive celebrations remain joyful and safe for everyone. Law enforcement efforts to curb impaired driving are in full force during ...Read Full Story -
Seeking Justice: Class Action Lawyers Appeal for Hockey Players Subjected to Abuse
Efforts to seek justice on behalf of hockey players subjected to horrific abuse when playing for teams across Canada have taken another turn as lawyers seeking to represent the affected players have d...Read Full Story -
What Happens if I Get Into a Traffic Accident in the United States?
Millions of southern Ontario motorists cross the border into the United States each year. It can be a quick trip to take in a sporting event or a vacation encompassing multiple states. For many, the l...Read Full Story -
Cost Award Like a ‘Bomb Going Off in the World of LTD Litigation’
By Tony Poland, LegalMatters Staff A long-term disability (LTD) insurance case involving a woman wrongfully denied benefits even though she suffered from a serious brain bleed was recently awarded alm...Read Full Story -
When Big Brother is Riding Shotgun: Driver Data Tracking Apps and Car Accidents
“I always feel like somebody's watching me And I have no privacy (oh, oh) I always feel like somebody's watching me Tell me, is it just a dream?”- “Somebody’s Watching Me,” by Rockwell From George Orw...Read Full Story -
Barrie Food Drive 2023
We're excited to share that Rastin Gluckstein Lawyers is organizing a Food Drive to support the Barrie Food Bank, and we invite YOU to be part of this incredible initiative! Donations can be made from...Read Full Story -
Commuter City Driving: What to Do if You’re in an Accident in the Barrie Area
Many of us have a love-hate relationship with our cars. They are an incredibly convenient means of transportation that spare us from waiting for a bus, train or taxi. But being stuck in a traffic jam ...Read Full Story
