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I posted an entry last week about small claims court. Small claims offers people access to justice at a relatively small cost. Within a few months you can be in front of a judge.

This is for a mandatory settlement conference. A small claims court settlement conference involves the attendance of all parties within the lawsuit. You can attend alone or with your lawyer.

The intent of the conference is to resolve any outstanding disputes and to try and settle the matter. In addition, they can also provide a party with a better understanding of what a judge at trial might think about their case.

Many small claims disputes are settled at settlement conferences.

If you require assistance in the area of small claims court, call Rehan Khalil a lawyer.

I am at Yonge and Sheppard today for a Small Claims Court matter. Small Claims Court is an excellent forum for people to resolve their disputes.

If you require assistance with a Small Claims Court matter call me.

If you have been injured in a car accident, slip and fall or any other type of accident a part of your claim against the other party can include a loss of income portion. This is income you would have earned but did not due to the injuries sustained in the accident.

If you did return to work you can still make a claim for loss of income, if you were denied promotions or suffered a demotion or reduction in your income. Pending of course, it is proven that the injuries from the accident caused you an inability to perform your duties.

Loss of income is a tricky area, ensure you hire a personal injury lawyer that is familiar with your claim for loss of income.

The Toronto Star reported:

Police have charged a 63-year-old woman with cruelty to animals after more than 50 cats were found roaming inside her home near Mt. Pleasant Rd. and Eglinton Ave. E. on Monday

Click here for the complete story.

A bee attack in Texas has killed an elderly couple and injured their son.

Click here for the article.

In the United States the Federal government has responded to the rising number of food related illness and massive food recalls with the Food Safety Modernization Act. The Act became law on December 21, 2010 and is designed to provide new safeguards.

You can find more in the recent edition of the Food Safety Magazine.

A Home Depot employee was bitten by a dog and sustained injuries. The owner of the dog was subsequently charged.

I've said it before and I will say it again a dog attack is no laughing matter. If you have been bitten by a dog seek medical attention and consult with a personal injury lawyer.

http://www.torontosun.com/2011/04/18/owner-charged-after-dog-bites-womans-nose-off

Brampton courthouse described as one of the busiest in Canada.

If you live in Peel Region and face criminal charges or are involved in a civil lawsuit including a small claims court

matter this is where you would like come.

Did you know that playing ball hockey in the street is illegal in Toronto and the surrounding areas.

You can be fined for playing ball hockey. Toronto City counselors are trying to change this.

http://www.thestar.com/mobile/news/gta/article/823751--street-hockey-illegal-maybe-not-for-long

Lawyers are permitted to give each other a fee for referring a client. Many people will call the lawyer that did their real estate closing for a criminal or personal injury matter. Or they might call their family lawyer because they were just served with a lawsuit.

Referral fees encourage the lawyer to provide you with the contact details of another lawyer that might be more suitable to assist you.

If you end up retaining the lawyer that was referred, he or she can provide a lawyers referral fee. This is a great way for lawyers to network and to ensure that all clients end up finding someone that works well for them.

If you are a lawyer and need to refer work out, please contact Rehan Khalil a Mississauga lawyer.