Tips for a safe and spooky Halloween
With most provinces giving the green light to trick-or-treating this Halloween, it’s a good idea for parents to check with their local public health authority for COVID-19 safety advice and review general safety precautions. Last year, kids faced a restrictive Halloween and were asked to avoid trick-or-treating in
Back to school safety basics
With another school year about to begin, parents and children alike are understandably concerned about staying safe and keeping healthy. Depending on the school board or jurisdiction, our kids face another year of masking, physical distancing, frequent handwashing and symptom screenings. “Although COVID-19
Limits on expert reports, recovery of disbursements a troubling trend
Changes introduced by British Columbia and Alberta to reduce the cost, complexity, and delay associated with personal injury claims can impede access to justice for motor vehicle accident victims, says Settlement Lenders President, Larry Herscu. “It’s concerning to see this wider trend of
Half of Canadians on brink of insolvency: MNP
by A recent survey that shows more than half of Canadians are within $200 of not being able to cover bills is “absolutely frightening,” says Larry Herscu, President and CEO of Settlement Lenders. “It’s evident ongoing economic disruptions are taking their toll on the average Canadian’s
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.