It is well established in Canadian law that medical professionals owe various duties to their patients. Some key components of a doctor’s duty of care to a patient include the duty to diagnose, the duty to treat and the duty to consult and/or refer. These duties were recently addressed in KB v Guhle, a 2025 decision by the Court […]
Canadians put significant faith in their doctors, dentists, and other healthcare practitioners to perform correct assessments, make sound decisions, and recommend the right course of action. But what happens when this trust is broken? Whether it’s a delayed diagnosis or an improper medication recommendation, medical and dental malpractice occurs when providers fail to conduct themselves […]
Meeting a personal injury lawyer for the first time can feel daunting. At Rice Harbut Elliott LLP (RHE Law), we make the process simple, respectful, and focused on you. This guide explains each step so you know what will happen from your first call to your first conversation. Step 1: Make the Call Calling a […]
