Headquarters:
390 Bay Street, Suite 3100, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5H 1W2
Year founded:
1935
Number of employees:
100
Phone:
416 868 3100
Email:
info@trlaw.com
Website:
trlaw.com
LinkedIn:
ca.linkedin.com/company/thomson-rogers
“What sets us apart is our unwavering focus on delivering exceptional results, regardless of the complexity of the litigation matters we handle”
STEPHEN D'AGOSTINO,
Thomson Rogers
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Sloan Mandel
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Michael Bennett
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Darcy Merkur
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Sloan Mandel is a senior partner at Thomson Rogers. He is an LSO-Certified Specialist in Civil Litigation and holds high rankings within the Lexpert, Best Lawyers, and Martindale-Hubbell publications. His practice focuses exclusively on large-loss personal injury and medical malpractice litigation on behalf of plaintiffs. Sloan has a wealth of court and litigation experience, achieving some of Ontario’s largest personal injury and medical malpractice settlements and judgements. He is also a hockey and physical fitness enthusiast.
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Michael Bennett specializes solely in personal injury law, dedicating his practice to assisting injured individuals and their families. With experience representing insurance companies and the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee, he now focuses on advocating for his clients before various legal and regulatory bodies, including the Ontario Court of Appeal and the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario. Michael’s expertise encompasses insurance coverage, benefit entitlements, and catastrophic impairment issues, particularly in cases involving complicated orthopaedic, brain, and spinal cord injuries. Committed to ensuring clients receive the treatment they need, he goes the extra mile to secure the compensation they deserve.
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Darcy Merkur is a partner at Thomson Rogers. As a trauma lawyer and as a LSOCertified Specialist in Civil Litigation, Darcy handles a multitude of complex, serious personal injury cases on behalf of accident victims and their families. He has been successful in this field and has built a reputation as an innovator, having designed a revolutionary computer program called “The Ontario Personal Injury Damages Calculator,” which is used in quantifying personal injury claims. Darcy is proud to hold numerous prestigious credentials and is the only lawyer in Canada certified as a Brain Injury Specialist by the Brain Injury Association of America.
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Aleks Mladenovic is a senior partner and head of the medical malpractice group. He started his legal career by defending physicians in medical malpractice and regulatory complaints in Canada, and prior to that, in the US. For the past 20 years, Aleks has worked on behalf of patients and their families in lawsuits against health care providers, including doctors, nurses, and hospitals. Aleks also has a substantial personal injury practice, representing catastrophically injured motor-vehicle accident survivors and their families. Aleks is recognized in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory and The Best Lawyers in Canada as a leading practitioner in the fields of medical malpractice, health law, and personal injury litigation.
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Robert Ben
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Robert Ben represents victims of traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and serious orthopaedic injury, as well as those who have suffered wrongful death in their claims for compensation. He has appeared as counsel in numerous complex and contentious trials in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, as well as on appeals in the Divisional Court, the Court of Appeal for Ontario, and the Supreme Court of Canada. Robert spent the early part of his legal career defending large insurance companies against personal injury and other claims. That experience, together with his prior training as a social worker, makes him a highly effective advocate for his clients.
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Founded nearly 90 years ago, Thomson Rogers is a highly respected civil litigation firm specializing in personal injury, family, and municipal law. Its longevity speaks volumes about the quality of its work.
Known for tackling complex and challenging personal injury cases, the firm delivers results for victims of catastrophic accidents, medical malpractice, and product liability issues. It also handles class actions and long-term disability claims.
In 2024, Thomson Rogers achieved a significant victory for patient autonomy and a physician’s duty of disclosure when the Court of Appeal for Ontario unanimously affirmed the Denman v. Radovanovic et al. case. The Court upheld the $3 million cost award, noting the legal work required at trial.
Additionally, the firm championed the rights of those wrongfully denied benefits during the pandemic, with the certification of a class action against Aviva Insurance Company, seeking $500 million in damages.
In 2023, the firm demonstrated unwavering advocacy, securing a landmark victory against a long-term disability insurer when the Court of Appeal for Ontario upheld the largest punitive damages of $1.5 million in Baker vs. Blue Cross.
“What sets us apart is our unwavering focus on delivering exceptional results, regardless of the complexity of the litigation matters we handle,” says Stephen D’Agostino, managing partner. “With over 30 lawyers and a broad spectrum of practice areas, we differentiate ourselves as a boutique firm, prioritizing the most intricate cases.”
“With over 30 lawyers and a broad spectrum of practice areas, we differentiate ourselves as a boutique firm, prioritizing the most intricate cases”
STEPHEN D'AGOSTINO,
Thomson Rogers
Ian Furlong
Partner
Stephen Birman
Partner
Deanna Gilbert
Partner
Kate Cahill
Partner
Ian Furlong has practiced exclusively in personal injury and insurance-related matters since his call to the bar. He focuses on cases involving motor vehicle accidents, including motorcycles, pedestrians, cars, ATVs, and snowmobiles. His dedication lies in securing access to timely and suitable attendant care and rehabilitative services for the injury victims he represents, especially children and adults. Recognized as an expert in personal injury litigation by Best Lawyers in Canada, Ian holds the highest peer rating of AV Preeminent in Martindale-Hubbell.
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Stephen Birman specializes in personal injury and class action litigation, achieving notable success as lead counsel in significant claims at the Ontario Superior Court and the Licence Appeal Tribunal. Renowned for his relentless pursuit of claims against insurance companies, he secured the largest punitive damages award of $1.5 million in Canada against a disability insurance company in Baker v. Blue Cross (upheld in 2023 by the Ontario Court of Appeal). Recognized as a Certified Litigation Specialist by the Law Society of Ontario, he’s acclaimed in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory and by Best Lawyers, holding the prestigious AV Preeminent rating in Martindale-Hubbell.
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Deanna Gilbert is a partner at Thomson Rogers, where her practice is devoted to representing seriously injured plaintiffs in personal injury litigation. She is an LSO-certified Specialist in Civil Litigation, and holds high rankings within the Lexpert, Best Lawyers, and Martindale-Hubbell publications. Deanna has successfully appeared before the Ontario Court of Appeal and the Licence Appeal Tribunal. Her advocacy has resulted in a number of precedent-setting and reported judicial and arbitral decisions. She is the Contributing Editor of the Ontario Accident Benefits Case Summaries and a Contributor to the Personal Injury Module, both published by LexisNexis Canada.
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Kate Cahill is a personal injury lawyer at Thomson Rogers, specializing in medical malpractice cases, including obstetrical, surgical, and nursing negligence, as well as emergency room negligence, medication errors, missed diagnoses and delayed diagnoses. She also represents clients injured by defective medical devices and surgical implants. In addition to medical litigation, Kate advocates for victims of motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, and defective products. She regularly appears before the Superior Court of Justice, representing plaintiffs at both trial and appellate levels. Kate is dedicated to securing justice and full compensation for her clients.
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Kate Cahill
Kate Cahill is a personal injury lawyer at Thomson Rogers, specializing in medical malpractice cases, including obstetrical, surgical, and nursing negligence, as well as emergency room negligence, medication errors, missed diagnoses and delayed diagnoses. She also represents clients injured by defective medical devices and surgical implants. In addition to medical litigation, Kate advocates for victims of motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, and defective products. She regularly appears before the Superior Court of Justice, representing plaintiffs at both trial and appellate levels. Kate is dedicated to securing justice and full compensation for her clients.
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Kate Cahill is a personal injury lawyer at Thomson Rogers, specializing in medical malpractice cases, including obstetrical, surgical, and nursing negligence, as well as emergency room negligence, medication errors, missed diagnoses and delayed diagnoses. She also represents clients injured by defective medical devices and surgical implants. In addition to medical litigation, Kate advocates for victims of motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, and defective products. She regularly appears before the Superior Court of Justice, representing plaintiffs at both trial and appellate levels. Kate is dedicated to securing justice and full compensation for her clients.
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Kate Cahill
As one of Canadian Lawyer’s multi-year Top Personal Injury Boutique award winners, the firm’s lawyers empower clients against well-financed adversaries, bringing extensive experience and resources to help level the playing field for those who have suffered devastating injuries due to the negligence of others.
Thomson Rogers’ legal team believes their role goes beyond the courtroom. By listening and understanding their clients’ circumstances and concerns, they can tailor their legal strategies to serve them best, from connecting them with the right doctors and service providers to guiding them through every step of their legal journey.
The firm’s partners are committed to practicing at the highest level of professional excellence, efforts that resulted in several recent achievements, including four lawyers certified as Specialists in Civil Litigation by the Law Society of Ontario.
One of its most significant strategies over the past few years has been a dual focus on cutting-edge technologies and fostering in-person collaboration. These efforts have enabled the firm to streamline processes and facilitate face-to-face team interaction to deliver optimal client outcomes.
“The majority of our clients are private individuals and families, who meet us after a life-changing event,” explains D'Agostino. “We know that our clients depend on us to achieve the best possible outcome – one that will stay with them for the rest of their lives.”
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· serious injury claims
· medical malpractice claims
· long-term disability denials
· slip-and-fall accidents
· Day-to-day Shout-outs – to award outstanding work, employees can exchange earned points for gift vouchers of up to $150
· Quarterly Stars Award – employees demonstrating core values have the chance to win $500
· Annual Hero’s Celebration – manager-nominated and peer-voted awards where outstanding employees earn a $5,000 bonus
Stacey Stevens
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Carr Hatch is a partner at Thomson Rogers, specializing in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice. He has achieved significant success representing clients at the Superior Court of Justice and the Financial Services Commission of Ontario. Carr focuses on aiding victims of personal injuries, sexual assault survivors, and plaintiffs in product liability, occupier liability, facility negligence, medical malpractice, motor vehicle cases, professional negligence and class action claims. Recognized in Lexpert and by Best Lawyers in Canada, he is also on the Board of Directors of Restorative Justice Housing Ontario and serves
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Stacey Stevens
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Stacey Stevens is a partner at Thomson Rogers, specializing in ensuring full compensation for victims of motor vehicle accidents, those denied accident benefits or disability insurance benefits, and victims of sexual assault. Recognized in The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory and rated AV Preeminent in Martindale-Hubbell, Stacey’s expertise is frequently sought in publications like Lawyer’s Weekly and The Globe and Mail. She believes in achieving exceptional results through creativity, dedication, and hard work. A graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School, she received the Tom Wilcox Scholarship Award in 2003 for her academic achievements.
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Stacey Stevens is a partner at Thomson Rogers, specializing in ensuring full compensation for victims of motor vehicle accidents, those denied accident benefits or disability insurance benefits, and victims of sexual assault. Recognized in The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory and rated AV Preeminent in Martindale-Hubbell, Stacey’s expertise is frequently sought in publications like Lawyer’s Weekly and The Globe and Mail. She believes in achieving exceptional results through creativity, dedication, and hard work. A graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School, she received the Tom Wilcox Scholarship Award in 2003 for her academic achievements.
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Stacey Stevens
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Stacey Stevens is a partner at Thomson Rogers, specializing in ensuring full compensation for victims of motor vehicle accidents, those denied accident benefits or disability insurance benefits, and victims of sexual assault. Recognized in The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory and rated AV Preeminent in Martindale-Hubbell, Stacey’s expertise is frequently sought in publications like Lawyer’s Weekly and The Globe and Mail. She believes in achieving exceptional results through creativity, dedication, and hard work. A graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School, she received the Tom Wilcox Scholarship Award in 2003 for her academic achievements.
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Carr Hatch
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Carr Hatch is a partner at Thomson Rogers, specializing in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice. He has achieved significant success representing clients at the Superior Court of Justice and the Financial Services Commission of Ontario. Carr focuses on aiding victims of personal injuries, sexual assault survivors, and plaintiffs in product liability, occupier liability, facility negligence, medical malpractice, motor vehicle cases, professional negligence and class action claims. Recognized in Lexpert and by Best Lawyers in Canada, he is also on the Board of Directors of Restorative Justice Housing Ontario and serves
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Carr Hatch
Carr Hatch
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Carr Hatch is a partner at Thomson Rogers, specializing in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice. He has achieved significant success representing clients at the Superior Court of Justice and the Financial Services Commission of Ontario. Carr focuses on aiding victims of personal injuries, sexual assault survivors, and plaintiffs in product liability, occupier liability, facility negligence, medical malpractice, motor vehicle cases, professional negligence and class action claims. Recognized in Lexpert and by Best Lawyers in Canada, he is also on the Board of Directors of Restorative Justice Housing Ontario and serves
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Liane Brown is committed to representing individuals who have suffered serious personal injuries and to families who have suffered the loss of a loved one. Her practice concentrates on personal injury law, including accident benefits, motor vehicle collisions, medical malpractice, occupiers’ liability, product liability and wrongful death cases.
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