Research And Analysis
Through the Integra Network, we are able to create, compile and develop unique reports, reviews, summaries and editorials to provide thoughtful perspective and objective views into cases, regulations, laws and case studies to help provide better informed conversations and outcomes.
Our resources include articles, podcasts, webinars and informational graphics to help distill complex and layered information and are all organized by their main themes, which include: Legal, Medical, Insurance and Employer.
Plaintiff’s forced career change results in increased remuneration – the Court awards $100,000.00 for Future…
Firefighter unable to return to full duties is awarded $750,000.00 for loss of future earning…
This case requires consideration of the “crumbling skull” versus “thin skull” principles and the application…
Locomotive engineer has not been accommodated by his employer, CN Rail. Judge awards $650,000.00 for…
Judge orders Plaintiff to attend Defendants’ medical assessments in person despite Covid-19 pandemic. Mierzejewski v.…
Judge finds plaintiff’s pre-existing condition was stable and applied the “thin skull” principle . Basi…
Judge finds whiplash injury progressed to chronic pain syndrome and was made worse by depression.…
Court awards $350,000 to food service worker for future loss of income. Purewal v. Uriarte…
Judge agrees with experts that a change in career is a real and substantial possibility…
Judge agrees with experts that a change in career is a real and substantial possibility…
Judge finds the defendant 100% liable and awards $1.8 million to the Plaintiff, despite pre-existing…
Despite increased earnings post-collision, Court finds Plaintiff has suffered loss of capacity. Khakh v Josol,…
Judge awards $536,587.00 to Plaintiff who was unable to continue in her “dream job” as…
The Reasons for Judgment of The Honourable Mr. Justice Marchand were given at Kamloops on…
Judge awards $1.6 million to truck driver traumatized by fatal collision. Kempton v. Struke Estate,…
Insurance Company’s medical experts support Plaintiff’s claim for CAT determination. Judge awards benefits retroactively, plus…
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