Last Updated: August 23 2026
I’m in Ontario and think I have a tort claim; what should I do first?
Olson Craig Legal helps Ontarians with tort disputes, including negligence, defamation, privacy and intimate image claims, by reviewing facts, identifying the right tort(s), assessing limitation periods, and outlining evidence and next steps for a lawyer or paralegal to act. If you can, document dates, communications, photos or videos, and damages, then avoid posting online and preserve relevant records before speaking with counsel. For a practical case review and to understand your options in plain language, call (226) 886-2001 and let Olson Craig Legal help you evaluate whether your situation fits a civil claim and how to proceed in Ontario.
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Various Tort Disputes
Tort law is the area of law that applies to almost everything and anything within our society such as driving motor vehicles, flying airplanes, piloting ships, building family homes or office skyscrapers, maintaining parking lots, serving hot coffee, performing heart surgery, disciplining young children, or even selling cookies door-to-door. Tort law addresses legal claims for compensation due to the consequences of someone blameworthy for a minor injury, a business loss, a harmed reputation, or even a major catastrophe. Accordingly, everyone within society is governed and affected by aspects of tort law.
Note: Please contact Olson Craig Legal by phone at: (226) 886-2001 to discuss any specific questions that you may have.
Tort law serves a fundamental social function by promoting a just and orderly society where individuals and organizations are held accountable for actions that cause harm to others. By offering a legal mechanism for injured parties to seek compensation, tort law deters negligent, reckless, and intentional misconduct, thereby encouraging responsible behavior in both personal and professional contexts. Tort law does more than address losses—it affirms the social community commitment to equitable treatment and conscientious behavior. In doing so, it helps sustain a legal and social framework where safety, dignity, and respect are preserved.
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“... I include myself among those who had never heard of the tort of barratry ...”
~ C.A. Osborne A.C.J.O.
McIntyre Estate v. Ontario, 2001 CanLII 7972 (ON CA)
As above, even a highly experienced and knowledgeable Court of Appeal judge can be unfamiliar with all aspects of tort law; and accordingly, with dozens of legally recognized torts applicable to various forms of wrongdoing, it is necessary to carefully review the relevant law applicable to tort matters.
NOTE: A significant number of online searches for “lawyers near me” or “best lawyer in” typically highlight a desire for prompt and effective legal support rather than a particular title. In Ontario, “licensed paralegals” are supervised by the same Law Society that governs lawyers and are permitted to represent clients in specific litigation issues. Skills such as advocacy, legal analysis, and procedural expertise are fundamental to this position. Olson Craig Legal provides legal representation within its licensed framework, focusing on strategic positioning, evidentiary preparation, and persuasive advocacy designed to secure efficient and advantageous outcomes for clients.
