Ontario Trial Lawyers Association

Ready to elevate your brand with OTLA? Become a sponsor today and discover exclusive packages tailored to your business! Connect with over 1,300 OTLA members and unlock unparalleled networking opportunities. Learn more about this opportunity here - https://www.otla.com/?pg=SponsorAnEvent

Today is International Self-Care Day! Let's take a moment to recognize the significance of self-care practices in maintaining strong mental health.

Are you a law student who is interested in plaintiff personal injury law? OTLA student memberships are now free! Interested law students can join here - https://otla.com/?pg=joinOTLA

The H. Bruce T. Hillyer Award is awarded to an individual who exemplifies the spirit of OTLA in fearlessly advancing the cause of individual rights by the effective use of trial advocacy. The 2024 recipient is Ron Bohm, Blackburn Lawyers. Learn more about our member awards here - https://www.otla.com/?pg=AwardsAndHonours

Thanks to McKellar Structured Settlements, we also have a NLD Rate! If you are a new lawyer, you can enjoy 15% off your conference registration fee with the discount code FALLNLD24. OTLA members can register here - https://www.otla.com/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=286251

Are you and other members of your firm planning to attend our 2024 Fall Conference on Friday, November 8? We have a group discount that applies to registrations of 3 or more member. Use discount code FALLGROUP24 here - https://www.otla.com/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=286251

Join us on Tuesday, July 30 at 12:30 pm for a Virtual Meeting with the Diversity and Inclusion Caucus. Connect and collaborate with your fellow Diversity & Inclusion Caucus members! OTLA members can register here - https://www.otla.com/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=286170

Get ready for the OTLA Fall Conference! Join us on Friday, November 8, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre for a day packed with insightful sessions and networking opportunities.

Don't miss out on our Early Bird Promo! Register by Friday, September 6, and use the coupon code EARLYBIRDFALL to get 10% off your registration price.

OTLA Members can register here: https://www.otla.com/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=286251

Join us on July 17 at 12:30 pm for a virtual roundtable, Strategies and Tips: How to Win a Motion. Hosted by NLD Section Chair David Lee, Blackburn Lawyers and Vice-Chair Ivanna Iwasykiw, Gluckstein Lawyers, learn strategies, tips and best practices to win a motion.

OTLA members can register here: https://www.otla.com/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=285822

Congratulations to Heather Kawaguchi, Kawaguchi Krajden LLP, the Defence recipient of the OTLA Distinguished Trial Lawyer Award!

Join us in celebrating her outstanding contributions at the Celebration of the Personal Injury Bar Dinner on November 29th at the InterContinental Toronto Centre.

Congratulations to Robert Munroe, Ross & McBride LLP, the Plaintiff recipient of the OTLA Distinguished Trial Lawyer Award!

Join us in celebrating his outstanding contributions at the Celebration of the Personal Injury Bar Dinner on November 29th at the InterContinental Toronto Centre.

New Horizons: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB) at the Forefront, our first EDIB Conference, is taking place on Thursday, November 7 at Lerners LLP in Toronto. Limited attendance, register today!

Dive into engaging workshops and gain insights with OTLA President Sandev Purewal, Lerners Personal Injury and Diversity & Inclusion Caucus Chairs, Nital Gosai, Gosai Law and Tania Harris, Howie Sacks & Henry LLP. Don’t miss this transformative event! OTLA members can register here: https://www.otla.com/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=283699

Tomorrow at 12:30 pm! Join LTD Section Chair David Share, Share Lawyers and Co-Chair Rajiv Haté, Kotak Law along with Alison Gilmour, Burn Tucker Lachaîne PC and Michael Jordan, Jordan Honickman Barristers for a section-exclusive round-table on Extra-contractual Damages in Settlement Discussions Since Baker v. Blue Cross.

Gain valuable insights and practical tips on:
- Pleadings – what to consider including in the appropriate case
- How are Mediators dealing with LTD Damages post-Baker?; How are defence counsel dealing with this?
- How do you manage a client's increased expectations?
- Tips and Tactics to consider to change direction during mediation.
- Jury Notices: When and if to serve one?

OTLA members can register here: https://www.otla.com/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=285500

Join the New Lawyers Division, hosted by section leaders David Lee, Blackburn Lawyers and Ivanna Iwasykiw, Gluckstein Lawyers on July 26 for a Beach Volleyball & BBQ Social! Whether you want to play or just relax, it's the perfect chance to network with fellow NLD members and enjoy some food and drink by the beach. OTLA members can register here: https://www.otla.com/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=286081

Today is National Injury Prevention Day. Let's raise awareness about the importance of preventing injuries and promoting safety in our daily lives. Learn more about how we can make a difference through education and safe practices with Public Health Ontario: https://www.publichealthontario.ca/en/About/News/2023/07/National-Injury-Prevention-Day-2023

2024 Fall Conference Registration is now open! The conference will be taking place on Friday, November 8 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. OTLA members can register here - https://www.otla.com/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=286251

New Job Alert! Virk Personal Injury Law is looking for a Paralegal to join their team. Interested applicants can apply here: https://www.otla.com/?pg=jobBank&action=SearchJobs&do=details&jobID=8264

We have several events happening this month! Visit our website for the full list - https://www.otla.com/?pg=Calendar

New Blog Alert! Legal Resources for the 2SLGBTQ+ Community: The 519. Thank you to Vanshika Dhawan with Jellinek Ellis Gluckstein Lawyers for writing this blog! You can read the full blog here - https://otlablog.com/legal-resources-for-the-2slgbtq-community-the-519/

Another date that you will want to put in your calendar is Thursday, November 7, 2024! Join OTLA President Sandev Purewal and our Diversity & Inclusion Caucus Chairs, Nital Gosai and Tania Harris as they lead OTLA's inaugural Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB) Conference. More information to come.

Save the date! The 2024 Celebration of the Personal Injury Bar will be taking place at the Intercontinental Toronto Centre on Friday, November 29. Stay tuned for more information!

During Pride month, explore helpful links for community events, legal resources, scholarships and student associations designed to support and empower the LGBTQIA2S+ community. Learn more here - https://otla.com/?pg=pride

Join us today for a webinar titled From Weights to Waivers: A Legal Workout in Gym Liability. Tina Radimisis, Jewell Radimisis Jorge LLP and Doug Baumgarten, Sportfit Lab and Sportfit Consulting LLC will be discussing gym waivers/liability, equipment issues, supervision issues and personal
trainer issues. OTLA members can register here - https://www.otla.com/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=278519

Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day. The day is meant to coincide with the summer solstice. It is a day of recognition and celebration of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada. Learn more here - https://otlablog.com/national-indigenous-peoples-day/

National Indigenous Peoples Day June 21is National Indigenous Peoples Day. The day is meant to coincide with the summer solstice. It is a day of recognition and celebration of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada.

Reminder! If you are interested in joining the OTLA team, applications are due by 5:00 pm on Monday, June 24. More information can be found here - https://www.publicaffairs.ca/jobs/communications-and-public-affairs-specialist-hybrid

Congratulations, Justice Barbara MacFarlane!

Join us on Thursday, June 20 for a webinar on the topic of How an Employability Assessment Can Help Prove Your Client’s Economic Loss. Thank you to Joanne Gram, co-owner of Rehab First and Mary-Anne Strong, OTLA Vice-President for leading the discussion. OTLA members can register here - https://www.otla.com/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=285122

Thank you to our sponsors for participating in our Long-Range Planning!

Join Kacie Vinel as she sheds light on recognizing and managing mild traumatic brain injuries from intake through litigation.

OTLA members can register here: https://www.otla.com/?pg=semwebcatalog&panel=showLive&seminarid=21571