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Attorney Michael Thiele’s Interviewed on CTV about The LTB Backlog

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  Attorney Michael Thiele, Senior Partner with  Quinn Thiele Mineault Grodzki LLP , spoke with  CTV News  recently to help bring clarity to the situation around the Ontario Landlord Tenant Board (LTB) and its backlog of cases. Thiele talked about the grave scenario offering insights and an expert’s perspective.   During the course of the interview, Thiele offers an overview of the situation, lamenting the fact that while the disruptions of COVID-19 rippled across the Canadian economy, the housing market has experienced multiple hits since March 2020. Housing prices have increased 34%. Many families are now spending up to 64% of their income on housing. Although interest rates are still affordable, despite recent hikes, many potential homeowners are priced out of the market. Tenants and landlords haven’t fared much better. Some landlords and tenants are waiting months, if not years, for resolutions from the Ontario Landlord Tenant Board (LTB) due to a backlog of cases. It’s leaving both

What Your Accident Lawyers in Ottawa Want You to Know About Boat Accidents?

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  As the weather heats up, many residents throughout Ontario enjoy a day on the water as a means to make great memories with friends and family. The Ottawa region’s beautiful lakes and rivers are fantastic avenues for outdoor entertainment, whether it’s fishing, watersports, or simply relaxing on the water. However, this seemingly innocuous activity may end in a result that is memorable in the wrong ways. Boating accidents are a common occurrence in Ottawa and can result in devastating injuries that can leave you in need of legal help. In this article, we will investigate the common causes of boating accidents and how seeking a  personal injury lawyer in Ottawa   can help you earn restitution for any losses you may have incurred due to a boating accident.  A Guide to Boating Accidents from a Personal Injury Law Firm in Ottawa  The majority of  boating accidents in Ottawa  are caused by the operator’s negligence or unlawful actions. The most common reasons for boating accidents are: Rea