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JUNE IS BRAIN INJURY AWARENESS MONTH
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Events on Thursday June 18, 2009
9th Annual Brain Injury Awareness Event
Nathan Phillips Square, noon to 2pm - FREE event
5th Annual Mix & Mingle Fundraiser
Hard Rock Café Toronto, 5-8pm - tickets on sale now
Join us at Nathan Phillips Square to learn more about the Ontario Brain Injury Association and the Brain Injury Society of Toronto and enjoy live musical entertainment.
The Hard Rock Café is hosting the fundraiser where all proceeds will go to both of these worthy causes. There will be a silent auction, hot and cold hors d'oeuvres, plus musical entertainment, the Fair Trade Jazz Ensemble featuring J ...
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Bridgepoint Classic Golf Tournament
Friday, May 22, 2009
Golfing for a great cause! The annual golf tournament supports Bridgepoint's pioneering work in the treatment and prevention of Complex Chronic Disease.
Led by hockey legend Bobby Baun as its Honorary Chair, last year's tournament was their most successful ever, raising $100,000 for Bridgepoint Health. ...
Hanna Montana Movie Screening
Monday, May 04, 2009
On Sunday April 19, 2009, Neinstein & Associates treated over 500 guests to a private screening of Hannah Montana The Movie. In attendance were staff and patients from various Toronto hospitals such as Sick Kids, Bloorview Kids Rehab, Bridgepoint Health, St. Mikes, Toronto Rehab and Mt. Sinai. Our clients, colleagues and their families also came out to enjoy this free event.
Judging by the giant smiles on all of these faces, everyone had a great time!
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CONSUMER ALERT - PRODUCT RECALL
Thursday, April 30, 2009
BabyGap Children's Coats with Toggles
Product Description
This recall involves three different coat styles, in four different colours: Rose Toggle Hoodie, Pink Duffle Coat, Blue Plaid Toggle Coat, and Mojave Toggle Coat. The coats have toggle fasteners down the front. The toggles are plastic, tan-coloured, and approximately 4.5 cm long. The coats were sold in infant sizes up to 24 months.
Hazard Identified
Gap Inc. has determined that the toggles may break and detach from the coats, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Corrective Action
Consumers should immediately take the recalled coats away from children and return them to any babyGap, GapKids, or Gap store for a full refund.
For full details visit the Health Canada Consumer Product Safety ...
Increase in Cases Of Swine Flu in Canada
Thursday, April 30, 2009
To date, 7 cases have been reported in Ontario. 19 cases in total throughout Canada.
As of April 27 2009, travellers from Canada are recommended to postpone elective or non-essential travel to Mexico until further notice.
To find out more about travel warnings, recommendations for travellers and symptoms of human swine influenza, read this article or visit the Public Health Agency of Canada website.
If you go to Mexico:
Wash your hands frequently
By washing your hands with soap under warm running water, you will reduce your chance of getting the flu.
Alcohol-based hand gel can also be used if soap and water are not readily available. It's a good idea to keep some with you in your pocket or purse when you trav ...
6 Cases of Human Swine Influenza in Canada
Monday, April 27, 2009
Human swine influenza has been reported in Canada, Mexico and the United States. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is working collaboratively with Mexican and American officials to further investigate this situation.
For further information, latest updates and FAQ visit the Public Health Agency of Canada website. ...
FSCO Confirms Stacking of Physical and Psychological Impairments
Thursday, January 15, 2009
FSCO Confirms Stacking of Physical and Psychological Impairments
This decision enables the client to access an additional $1,800,000.00 in accident benefits.
We are pleased to announce that Greg Neinstein and Jamie Pollack were successful at the Financial Services Commission of Ontario and once again protected the rights of our clients.
The "stacking" of physical and psychological impairments has been an extremely contentious issue since the decision of Desbien v. Mordini.
The auto insurance industry contends that the AMA Guidelines doesn't allow a numeric rating for psychological impairments and should not be combined with physical impairments when calculati ...