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28 www.canadianlawyermag.com TOP PERSONAL INJURY BOUTIQUES 2025 litigation of the harm that has happened to our client, then we pursue that," says Wagner. It's a principle that shapes how they work, which includes no shortcuts, no premature settlements, and no compromises when it comes to client outcomes. Instead, the firm moves cases forward strategically, always prepared to go to trial, knowing that real pressure often leads to real results. "If we do good things for the client, the good things will happen to us," Wagner says. "We never put ourselves before the client. What's most important is what's best for them." The firm's notable cases include: • In 2024, the firm pursued and resolved complex, multi-party medical negligence litigation, including actions alleging surgical error in the context of succes- sive procedures; obstetrical negligence, including mismanagement of shoulder dystocia resulting in brachial plexus inju- ries; and erroneous prescribing prac- tices, including those resulting in major morbidity and death. • A class action lawsuit has been certified against the Town of Deer Lake and Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Limited, alleging that defects in the design, development, oversight, and operation of the Humber Canal have caused excessive water seepage, resulting in property damage, flooding, and mould for residents downstream. The Newfoundland and Labrador Court of Appeal's March 6, 2025 decision allows the case to proceed to trial in the Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador, where issues of liability and damages will be determined. Earning respect by being ready Aaron Waxman & Associates has become one of Ontario's Top 10 Personal Injury Law Boutiques through attentive client service, strong litigation experience, and a commit- ment to practical, results-focused advocacy. Voters cited the firm's "excellent litigation experience coupled with a goal of achieving practical results" as a key reason it remains a trusted leader in the field. But for Waxman, results don't have to mean years of costly, drawn-out court battles. "Clients want outcomes, but they also value resolution," he says. "And often, the real adversary isn't the other side, it's time." SPECIAL REPORT F ounded in 1998 by Carol Bierbrier, Carol Bierbrier & Associates (CBA) has earned a national reputation for excellence in life care planning. With a foundation rooted in integrity, fairness, and balance, CBA has become a trusted resource for both plaintiff and defence counsel across Canada. The firm is recognized for providing impartial, evidence-based expert testimony that withstands legal scrutiny in complex personal injury litigation. At the heart of CBA's success is a team of highly experienced consultants, each bringing decades of clinical and medical legal expertise. Their work is grounded in a deep understanding of healthcare, rehabilitation, and litigation, enabling the development of comprehensive, defensible future care reports and cost projections. This rigorous approach has positioned CBA as a leader in personal injury damage quantification and a key partner in achieving fair outcomes for injured individuals. With a longstanding commitment to professional excellence, CBA continues to set the standard in life care planning across Ontario and throughout Canada. CAROL BIERBRIER & ASSOCIATES Phone: 905 882 6947 Email: info@cbafuturecare.com Website: cbafuturecare.com

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