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Know Your Rights

Know Your Rights

by Diamond & Diamond Lawyers LLP

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Season 1

Causation Of Medical Malpractice Injuries

Jeremy Syrtash joins the show again to talk about the second category involved in determining whether or not you can move forward with a medical malpractice lawsuit: Causation. Your lawyer will need to prove beyond a shred of a doubt that the medical professional's negligence or error directly caused your damages. Medical experts will be consulted and everyone involved will need to detail what the procedure was that was followed (or not followed).

Medical Malpractice Lawsuits

This week, Diana and Sandra are welcoming to the show the Head of the Medical Malpractice Department at Diamond & Diamond Jeremy Syrtash. The group discusses how medical malpractice is a type of personal injury and really constitutes of two main categories: A breach in the standard of care and causation. These two things will help a lawyer determine whether you have a case or not (along with a plethora of varying factors).

The Path To Healing For Child Sexual Assault Survivors

The path outlined by this week's guest is not an easy one - but effective! Stewart Thompson is the Program Coordinator for Men's Groups at The Gatehouse Toronto; he joins the show to share his path back from being sexually abused as a child. Stewart says it's a very long and difficult road but the most courageous thing you can do is take those five steps up to knock on the front door of The Gatehouse.

Stewart Thompson From The Gatehouse Toronto

This week we are joined by the Program Coordinator for Men's Groups at The Gatehouse Toronto, Stewart Thompson. Stewart shares his experiences with other survivors of sexual assault and provides programs and leadership to a team that is working to better affect a generation of troubled youth. Stewart is an inspiration and a great example that your trauma does not define you and that there is still a path forward.

Stigmas About Male Sexual Abuse

Stewart Thompson, from The Gatehouse Toronto, joins the show to discuss his history with sexual assault and what he's doing to provide support to those that need it. The labelling and stigmas surrounding men or young boys being sexually assaulted has always been a prevailing issue. It's important to talk about it with a loved one or an industry professional.

Maria Barcelos From The Gatehouse Toronto

We are pleased this week to welcome to the show, Executive Director of The Gatehouse Toronto, Maria Barcelos. Maria works with trouble youth and adults who were sexually assaulted under the age of 18. It's so critical to talk about struggles like this as bottling it up can often lead to mental health difficulties down the road. Diana asks Maria about all the different programs they offer and found out they subsidize pricing and even offer grants so the help is more accessible for those who need it.

Gambling Has Evolved

Gambling advertisements are in your face at every turn! Sandra tells a story of how you used to have to physically go into a convenience store, casino or even to meet up with your bookie. Now, gambling is so accessible for everyone and advertisements are targeting anyone who is trying to limit their play or stop entirely.

The Signs Of A Gambling Addiction

Diana and Sandra are joined by Psychotherapist Cristian Renzi as they discuss the severity of gambling addictions and how it mainly targets young men in the 18-36 age range. Educate yourself and loved ones on what to look for so you can recognize there's an issue before you have a huge problem on your hands.

Human Traffickers Have No Real Assets

Cassandra Harvey shares more insight this week as the group discusses legal actions they can take to go after these pimps for damages. It's near impossible to get anything because - as Cassandra points out - they have no tangible assets and deal almost entirely in cold hard cash. Sandra can go after the institutions they operate in because they have a civil duty to report the wrongdoing taking place under their roof, also known as wilful blindness.

Difficulties Letting Go

Diamond & Diamond's Victims Advocate Cassandra Harvey joins the show to discuss her experiences with sex trafficking and how it becomes increasingly difficult for victims to simply let go of their current situation or even become detached from their trafficker. Trauma bonds form over the years and it starts to feel like metaphorical hooks are latching deeper and deeper into you. Know the signs and report any suspicious activity before it's too late.

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