Edson Legal https://www.edsonlegal.com Edson Legal Wed, 27 Oct 2021 20:29:39 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.2.21 Your rights if injured after police misconduct https://www.edsonlegal.com/your-rights-if-injured-after-police-misconduct/ https://www.edsonlegal.com/your-rights-if-injured-after-police-misconduct/#respond Fri, 30 Oct 2020 15:25:06 +0000 https://www.edsonlegal.com/?p=1522 Your rights if injured after police misconduct Police officers have a responsibility to act with respect and respect the constitutional rights of those within their custody. All too often, we’ve heard cases of police officers who abuse their power and cause serious injury to arrestees. If you have sustained injuries while in police custody, you […]

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]]> https://www.edsonlegal.com/your-rights-if-injured-after-police-misconduct/feed/ 0 What to do when deliberate indifference or failure to intervene results in an injury https://www.edsonlegal.com/what-to-do-when-deliberate-indifference-or-failure-to-intervene-results-in-an-injury/ https://www.edsonlegal.com/what-to-do-when-deliberate-indifference-or-failure-to-intervene-results-in-an-injury/#respond Wed, 28 Oct 2020 15:12:54 +0000 https://www.edsonlegal.com/?p=1517 What to do when deliberate indifference or failure to intervene results in an injury The law prohibits jail and prison personnel from performing acts that go against the basic human and constitutional rights of persons in custody. Once you are behind prison doors, you’ve surrendered your liberty, but this doesn’t mean that you should also […]

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]]> https://www.edsonlegal.com/what-to-do-when-deliberate-indifference-or-failure-to-intervene-results-in-an-injury/feed/ 0 How to sue for police harassment https://www.edsonlegal.com/how-to-sue-for-police-harassment/ https://www.edsonlegal.com/how-to-sue-for-police-harassment/#respond Wed, 28 Oct 2020 14:50:19 +0000 https://www.edsonlegal.com/?p=1514 How to sue for police harassment Police officers receive adequate training to ensure that they’re able to set aside their personal biases when on the job. Unfortunately, some police officers  use their powers under the law to commit acts of police harassment. These actions of unjust assumptions or abuse of power can lead to a […]

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]]> https://www.edsonlegal.com/how-to-sue-for-police-harassment/feed/ 0 Get compensated for false imprisonment and wrongful arrest https://www.edsonlegal.com/get-compensated-for-false-imprisonment-and-wrongful-arrest/ https://www.edsonlegal.com/get-compensated-for-false-imprisonment-and-wrongful-arrest/#respond Mon, 26 Oct 2020 14:31:38 +0000 https://www.edsonlegal.com/?p=1510 Get compensated for false imprisonment and wrongful arrest Getting arrested by the police in itself is an intimidating experience. If you have been a victim of wrongful arrest, you can work with an experienced senior  lawyer to claim compensation from the police. Wrongful arrest cases involve situations where law enforcement officers make an arrest without […]

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]]> https://www.edsonlegal.com/get-compensated-for-false-imprisonment-and-wrongful-arrest/feed/ 0 Are you a victim of a wrongful arrest? https://www.edsonlegal.com/are-you-a-victim-of-a-wrongful-arrest/ https://www.edsonlegal.com/are-you-a-victim-of-a-wrongful-arrest/#respond Mon, 26 Oct 2020 13:34:17 +0000 https://www.edsonlegal.com/?p=1502 Are you a victim of a wrongful arrest? An arrest can be described as an intentional deprivation of a victim’s freedom of movement and liberty. Arrests are often conducted by police officers but there are situations where private arrests can be done by security guards. Law enforcement officers can be held liable for making a […]

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]]> https://www.edsonlegal.com/are-you-a-victim-of-a-wrongful-arrest/feed/ 0 Commercial Insurance Claims – A Lawyer’s Input During Corona Virus /Covid 19 https://www.edsonlegal.com/covid-19-commercial-insurance-lawyer-corona-virus/ https://www.edsonlegal.com/covid-19-commercial-insurance-lawyer-corona-virus/#respond Mon, 27 Apr 2020 15:16:52 +0000 https://www.edsonlegal.com/?p=1440 The COVID-19 pandemic also known as the Corona Virus pandemic is rapidly developing and the situation is changing from day to day including the business and legal  landscape.  Barry Edson , founder of Edson Legal has almost 40 years of experience providing clients with legal representation respecting insurance claims and disputes including in the area […]

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]]> https://www.edsonlegal.com/covid-19-commercial-insurance-lawyer-corona-virus/feed/ 0 Disputing a Denied Disability Claim Successfully in Ontario https://www.edsonlegal.com/disputing-a-denied-disability-claim-successfully-in-ontario/ https://www.edsonlegal.com/disputing-a-denied-disability-claim-successfully-in-ontario/#respond Wed, 21 Aug 2019 14:40:51 +0000 https://www.edsonlegal.com/?p=1218 Disability insurance is a type of policy that protects the insured when an accident or illness occurs that renders him/her unable to work. With this policy, the insured will get a regular income when they are unable to work as a result of an accident or illness. Insurers also review the application for insurance when […]

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]]> https://www.edsonlegal.com/disputing-a-denied-disability-claim-successfully-in-ontario/feed/ 0 How the Long-Term Disability Process Works https://www.edsonlegal.com/how-the-long-term-disability-process-works/ https://www.edsonlegal.com/how-the-long-term-disability-process-works/#respond Mon, 19 Aug 2019 14:43:40 +0000 https://www.edsonlegal.com/?p=1221 Many Canadian employers offer long term disability in their employment package as a way of engaging, retaining and supporting their staff.  Long-term disability insurance is designed to protect the insured against accidents illness or injuries that impact on their ability to work. Every LTD policy is unique but there are some similar aspects that you should […]

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]]> https://www.edsonlegal.com/how-the-long-term-disability-process-works/feed/ 0 What to do if Denied Long-Term Disability Benefits https://www.edsonlegal.com/what-to-do-if-denied-long-term-disability-benefits/ https://www.edsonlegal.com/what-to-do-if-denied-long-term-disability-benefits/#respond Sat, 17 Aug 2019 14:49:39 +0000 https://www.edsonlegal.com/?p=1224 When faced with an injury or illness that impacts on your ability to work, you may collect benefits from your disability insurance provider. However, there are many cases of insurance companies that deny claims. Whether you purchased the long-term disability plan individually or it was a provided by your employer, it’s important to know your […]

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]]> https://www.edsonlegal.com/what-to-do-if-denied-long-term-disability-benefits/feed/ 0 When to Hire an Insurance Claims and Dispute Lawyer https://www.edsonlegal.com/when-to-hire-an-insurance-claims-and-dispute-lawyer/ https://www.edsonlegal.com/when-to-hire-an-insurance-claims-and-dispute-lawyer/#respond Thu, 15 Aug 2019 14:53:47 +0000 https://www.edsonlegal.com/?p=1227 If you or a loved one has recently become disabled as a result of an illness or accident and you’re unclear of the next steps, speak to a lawyer immediately. A lawyer can educate you on your rights and protect your ability to recover compensation. Insurance claims and dispute lawyer specialize in cases involving insured […]

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