What is civil litigation?

Civil litigation is the process of dispute resolution between members of a community through the court system. Civil litigation allows individuals the right to sue for compensation or for specific action in matters such as breach of contract, defamation and negligence to be back in the position as if the wrong had not occurred.

When can I sue someone?

If someone has wronged you then, you may be able to commence a lawsuit against that person(s).

The kinds of disputes that are dealt with under civil law include disputes between:-
• Neighbors
• Customers and suppliers
• Business partners
• Landlords and tenants
• Buyers and sellers of property
• Home owners and builders
• Employees and employers
• Executors or beneficiaries in deceased estates
• Owners of copyrights and patents
• Creditors and debtors
• Accident victims


Different kinds of legal cases have different time limitations imposed so it’s important that you seek legal advice quickly to find out if you can commence legal proceedings.

How to file a lawsuit - the civil litigation process

Prior to court proceedings being commenced, the first course of action is always to seek a resolution to the dispute, saving both time and money. There are a number of alternative dispute resolution methods, which can be used including round table negotiation, conflict mediation, conciliation, and arbitration. Dispute resolution lawyers can assist with this process.
If all attempts to settle the dispute fail then the dispute will be taken to trial.
Trial proceedings are lengthy and somewhat complex, but involve the stages of commencing proceedings, pleadings (where the dispute is described by the plaintiff and defended by the defendant), discovery (disclosure of documents by both sides), trial (where the judge will hear the testimony of witnesses and make a ruling in the dispute), settlement and appeal.
The particular court forms, which need to be completed to commence a lawsuit, vary according to the type of dispute, so its best to seek legal advice in regard to this.

How we can help you

• Small Court matters under $25,000.00
• Personal injury claims
• Torts
• Accident benefit claims
• Superior Court claims
• Debt recovery
• Building and property disputes
• Breach of contract
• Tribunal matters (Workplace and Safety)
• Ontario Human Rights
• Landlord and Tenant Board
• Commercial litigation
• Repair and Storage Liens
• Mediation and Arbitration

Small Claims Court

Debt Collection Matters
o Our firm has recovered thousands on behalf of our clients in all aspects of litigation. We treat our clients as family members, and appreciate the opportunity to recover their loses. That's why we pay absolute attention you your matter from start to finish, and do not take it lightly when someone fails to repay our client what is owed to them.

Civil disputes
o A civil dispute is a claim made by a party against another for various things that one party may be believe is owed to them.
o Civil matters can be formal or informal.
o Civil claims are deprived from various legal issues such as personal injury, debt recovery, lawsuits, breach of contract(s), tort law, negligence, etc.

Small Claims Court
This level of court has specific jurisdictions that handle different regions across Ontario.
o This level of court handles matters that do not exceed a monitory maximum of $25,000.00
o Contact us today to verify which court handles your matter and what jurisdiction applies

Personal Injury claims
o Are injury claims that involve one parties negligence, or just being somewhere where it should have been safe for you to be
o Slip and fall claims
o Injured at a department store, bar, night club or anywhere that should have been safe for you to be
o Slipping on ice or on someone's Property
o Contact us today if you have been injured in any way, we will pay attention to your call right away.

Motor Vehicle Accidents
o Accident Benefit claims
o Statutory Accident Benefits
o If you or Someone you know has been hurt in a motor vehicle collision contact us ASAP, as you only have 30 days to file your claim from the date the accident occurred
o Even if the accident is your fault we can defend you as well and seek the needed benefits you deserve
o We are renounced for our knowledge and experience in traffic law and Accident Benefits

Accident helpline
o We offer assistance in your time of need at anytime, we have our phones open 24 hours a day to help assist you in your time of need
o We can answer questions on what to do or not to do if you have been involved in an accident no matter how minor
o Also remember under the new insurance rules, you can offer to fix the party you have got into a collision with only if the damage is under $2,000.00 and no injuries have been reported.
o But never pay anyone without getting a legal disclaimer signed.
o We stand united with our clients’ best interest contact us today.


Tribunal Matters
o Tribunal and board matters are matters before Government bodies rather then a court; they usually cover landlord and tenant matters, Employment Standard Act claims, etc.
o Workplace and Safety
o Landlord and Tenant Board
o Ontario Human Rights

Repair and Storage Liens
o If someone has your property (i.e. your vehicle) and will not release it unless an amount is paid by you, contact us we can help.
o Auto body shops who are unable to have their invoices fully paid by insurance companies.
o Mechanic liens, Construction liens, etc.

Mediation
o Alternative Dispute Resolution (“ADR”) and Mediation services offered between parties
o Negotiation – let us negotiate on your behalf regarding a matter, our advocate’s negotiation skills are impeccable and are unmatched when acting in our client’s best interest.

Immigration Law

Refugee and Immigration Board
o Provide legal representative before the Refugee and Immigration Board.
o Speedsters Legal Services provides legal advice and casework service for asylum seekers, refugees and disadvantaged migrants in the community and in immigration detention in Ontario.

Citizenship, Family Sponsorship, Visas
o We can assist with Expressions of Interest, all Skill Assessment applications, State or Family sponsorship applications, points test applications.
o Speedsters Legal Services provide a number of pathways for temporary or permanent sponsorships for family’s and married couples overseas.
o We also assist with visitor visas and provide options that are available to people to come to visit Canada.

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