An essential event for professionals who support auto‑injured patients and clients
Things are changing, and fast. Major reforms to Ontario’s auto insurance system are set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and these shifts will directly affect how care providers, legal professionals, and rehabilitation teams guide and advocate for their clients.
At PIA Law’s School’s Out conference, you will get a clear and practical explanation of what is changing, why it matters, and what you need to stay ahead of the coming transition.
This year’s program features three focused learning components, each offering concrete, real‑world value:
Legislative Changes
A detailed look at the upcoming auto insurance reforms taking effect July 1, 2026. Learn how these changes will influence entitlements, treatment planning, reporting requirements, and the support you provide every day.
Latest Robotic Technologies
An inside view of the newest robotic rehabilitation tools that are reshaping patient recovery. Find out what leading practitioners are using, how the technology works, and the considerations that matter when integrating these tools into practice.
Hands-On Expert Testimony Demonstration
A practical, interactive session designed to prepare experts for the courtroom. Learn how to explain technology clearly, how to handle questioning, and how to present specialized information in a way that is understandable and credible.
Agenda
Darcy Merkur, Partner, Thomson Rogers LLP
Darcy Merkur, Partner, Thomson Rogers LLP
Brandon Pedersen, Associate, McLeish Orlando
Adam Little, Managing Partner, Oatley Vigmond LLP
Laurie Davis, Executive Director, Ontario Rehab Alliance
Sarah Palmer, Director, Neural Rehabilitation Group Inc.
Nick Gurevich, CEO, FunctionAbility Rehabilitation Services
Dr. Thomas Walden, KITE Research Institute
Speaker TBC
Robert Ben, Partner, Thomson Rogers LLP
Troy Lehman, Managing Partner, Oatley Vigmond LLP
Patrick Brown, Partner, McLeish Orlando LLP
Justice Boswell
Kevin Henderson, Partner, Oatley Vigmond LLP
Aleks Mladenovic, Partner, Thomson Rogers LLP
William Harding, Partner, McLeish Orlando LLP
Justice Ramsay
a) Public Providers on the Stand: Hospital Workers Testifying
b) Private OTs & Future Care Costs Experts Testifying
c) All other Private Providers Testifying: SLP/Physio/Support Workers
Registration
Donation
PIA Law is proud to offer this event at no cost to attendees. However, in lieu of a registration fee, we kindly request a minimum $25 donation to the Daily Bread Food Bank, which supports our community. After completing the registration form, you will be redirected to submit your donation and receive your tax receipt.
Please note, given there is limited capacity and this is an interactive format, we need to know exact numbers. Therefore, we ask that you register only if you are committed to attending this meaningful opportunity to connect, learn, and engage with leaders in the personal injury community. If your plans change, please notify us promptly so we can offer your spot to someone on the waiting list.
Conference Co-Chairs
Featured Speakers
Justice Cary Boswell
Justice Audrey Ramsay
TBC
Additional Speakers
Location
Basic information
The Arcadian Court is an Art Deco event space in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is located on the eighth floor of the Simpson Tower at Yonge and Queen Streets. For many years, it was an exclusive restaurant, then an art gallery, then closed and used for storage. It was restored and is now used as an event space.
How to get to the event
Arcadian Court (401 Bay St., 8th Floor) is centrally located in downtown Toronto. It is easily accessible by TTC, with the Queen St station (Yonge-University line) and the Queen St streetcar (at Bay St) nearby.
Parking
The closest parking is at the Nathan Phillips Square Garage (Carpark 36) on Queen St. W and Impark Canada CF Toronto Eaton Centre (Dundas Parkade (525 Bay St): Convenient access from the north side.
Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel (123 Queen St W): Nearby covered parking.
Bell Trinity Square Garage (483 Bay St): Located just north of the venue.
Same Day as OBIA/BIST Mix & Mingle
This year’s conference conveniently takes place on the same day as the OBIA/BIST Mix & Mingle, of which PIA Law is the Title Sponsor.
Keep the momentum going and join PIA Law immediately following our conference — just a short 5-minute walk away at Chef’s Hall — for an evening of meaningful networking and connection in support of the brain injury community.
Click here to purchase their tickets.
Do you have any questions?
Please reach out to us at events@pialaw.ca for any questions or concerns you may have.
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