Ontario Trial Lawyers Association
Medico-Legal Society of Toronto (as counsel and program director for years).
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Marc is the managing partner of our personal injury group. He practices exclusively in the area of personal injury litigation, representing accident victims and disability claimants.
Marc graduated from McGill University with Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Civil Law and LL.B. degrees. He has practiced with Devry Smith Frank LLP since 1990. Since his call to the bar in 1992, Marc has appeared before courts and tribunals in Ontario at both the trial/hearing and appellate levels. Marc also has extensive experience as counsel at mediations including mediations of accident benefits claims and navigating larger accident benefits claims through the Licencing Appeal Tribunal.
Marc provides each of his clients with individual attention. He has extensive experience in claims arising from car accidents including no-fault accident benefits claims, as well as a slip or trip and falls, assaults, product liability, hazardous premises, occupier’s liability, sports injuries, dental malpractice, dog bites and health and disability claims.
Marc takes pride in his proactive approach to the prosecution of his clients’ claims. Marc’s team of highly trained law clerks, paralegals and legal assistants ensures that timely personal service is always available. Marc’s extensive network of medical professionals and other experts assist him in assessing and proving his clients’ claims to ensure that his clients receive all benefits and compensation to which they are entitled.
Marc is a member of the Law Society of Ontario, the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association and the Medico-Legal Society of Toronto (where Marc had been counsel for many years).
Testimonials:
Mekides W.:
“Thank you so much for all your hard work, dedication, and expertise throughout this process. I am very pleased with the outcome. Please extend my sincere gratitude to your entire staff at Devry Smith Frank LLP for their professionalism and support during this challenging time.”
Jose D.:
“I wanted to take this moment to sincerely thank you for all your hard work and dedication leading up to, and during the settlement. Your commitment, attention to detail, and persistence made all the difference.
I truly appreciate the time and effort you put into this case. Thank you for your professionalism and for always going above and beyond.”
Paul D.:
“Settlement funds are now securely in my bank account. It’s certainly nice to begin a more ‘normal’ life again and put all this behind me.
I’d like to personally thank you for all your diligent hard work and guidance through all this…it couldn’t have happened without you. Thank you also for copies of your card – I often come across queries for legal assistance from friends, colleagues, etc., and will not hesitate to recommend you if & when the need arises.”
Liz S.:
“Hi Marc, I want to thank you for everything that you have done to achieve a successful settlement for me. Have a wonderful holiday season and all the best to you and your family in the New Year. ”
Jeffrey G.:
“I have had the pleasure of working with Marc Spivak for many years, and he is by far one of the most knowledgeable and experienced Personal Injury Lawyers in the country. When he takes on a file, you can be assured that you will not only receive incredible service but the kind of service that can only be described as sincere and genuine. Marc has always been dedicated to achieving the most for his clients, and he does, with incredible settlements. I would personally recommend him to anyone looking for a great Personal Injury lawyer.”
Tavia C.:
“Thank you for helping me through my case and for ensuring the best possible outcome on my behalf. I am so grateful to you for representing me and for being a powerful advocate for me throughout my difficulties. Thank you so much for your dedication, thoughtfulness, and brilliant work.”
Julie A.:
“Marc- I want to really thank you and your team for your hard work and high level of professionalism. Thanks for your understanding and support!”
Toronto lawyer Marc Spivak comments on the article: In the backyard of our Don Mill‘s office, funding worth approximately $21 million may disappear! A community centre that would have had facilities for our clients to rehabilitate may not be constructed and it seems as though a community centre further south of the DSF office may take its place instead. However, one wonders what the real motivation is to build Toronto’s largest community centre in Don Mills and how exactly is Cadillac Fairview compensated? Regardless of the outcome, Don Mills is growing! With approximately 65 lawyers, our firm is here for the community and its needs. 
Whitby Personal injury lawyer Marc Spivak comments on the article: Accommodating the disabled is a large part of corporate responsibility in Ontario and business owners, for the most part, accommodate the needs of persons who are disabled. This particular article reflects the notion that sometimes more thought needs to be addressed by businesses in order to make these accommodations. However, there are always two sides to the story. As a business. Tim Hortons requires third-party liability insurance for accidents caused by the negligence of the business/employees/subcontractors. The Occupiers Liability Act requires all occupiers to provide access to premises that are reasonably safe in the given circumstances. Failing to do so, may give indication that the business is liable for its negligence. That being said, the last thing the Tim Hortons business would want to see is this disabled fellow getting injured as a result of allowing him to use the premises in a way not reasonable in the circumstances. Scooters for the disabled, often end up being involved in accidents involving another vehicle. Namely, a car. Inviting the scooter onto the drive- through used by cars could be an invitation for an unfortunate accident. As the article indicates, the staff at Tim Hortons are trying to find a reasonable solution in accommodating the disabled. An initiative which is always deemed commendable. If you or your family member have been hurt while operating a scooter call me at 416 -446 -5855 or 289-638-3171 
This year is due to bring in a host of new laws and rules that Canadian’s should be aware of, including new rules regarding distracted driving penalties for Canadian drivers. These new penalties for driving infractions include the following: 
The photo below is a bit cute, but with all of the road rage that goes on in the Toronto area, one wonders as a personal injury lawyer whether the testing standards of the Ministry of Transportation are sufficient? Driving is a privilege and not an inherent right. Driving a 2500 pound potential weapon requires physical practice and the ability to control oneself mentally/emotionally with high traffic, high density, extreme weather and some very poor drivers that make driving a nightmare for the majority of drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists! Drive carefully- a message from your friendly neighborhood lawyer Marc Spivak 416-446-5855 
Personal injury lawyer's trick. This simple trick prevents the police from ever giving you a speeding ticket again. 1. Look closely at the signs on the road that show you the speed limit. The number indicated is the maximum speed you can travel. Whether you’re on foot, bike or car. 2. Try to locate your car’s speedometer. You normally find it somewhere in front of the driver’s seat, on the dashboard. It has an arrow pointing to the number that reflects the car’s speed. On newer cars, the speed is sometimes displayed digitally, with numbers. 3. This last point is also the hardest. Adjust your speed according to the number shown on the road sign. The police can not fine you if you do not drive over this number. 
The legalization of Cannabis has many pro’s and con’s. Certainly the possibility exists and has already been proven that there will be increased car accidents on the road. Imagine your Sunday sleep at 5 am being disrupted as an impaired driver smashes into your Newmarket house! A passenger with no seat belt- Cannabis loose in the car. The driver tries to escape and runs into your tree! It was a miracle that this happened before there were pedestrians to be killed. Driving impaired by cannabis is no different than alcohol and the possible jail time just as terrible- not to mention the cost of a criminal lawyer to help you navigate through the penal system. There are no excuses to getting behind a wheel after drinking or ingesting cannabis or any substance that will affect your ability to drive. This is coming from someone that has seen the worst of these situations over the last 28 years. If you or your loved one has been injured by an impaired driver call an experienced personal injury lawyer. 
When the temperature is 7 degrees Celsius or colder for a few days it is time to switch over tires (usually beginning of November in Ontario). Insurance companies give drivers a price reduction for driving with winter tires. There is a perfectly good explanation for this. Winter tires work better in Ontario winters! 
Your friendly neighbourhood personal injury lawyer Marc Spivak on behalf of Devry Smith Frank LLP recently in collaboration with the Toronto Calcutta Association gave back vision to 211 people. An eye camp was held in Sonarpur, a town in West Bengal, India. 3 optometrists were paid to test the vision of people who desperately needed help with their vision problems that could not afford to help themselves. The eye camp with DSF funding was able to provide 150 pairs of glasses to allow these needy people to see. What can be more rewarding? 
Quick message from your friendly neighborhood Personal Injury lawyer Marc Spivak reminding us about the effects of cell phone use and driving. Drive defensively! 
Personal Injury lawyer Marc Spivak enjoying warm weather on Sunday May 20, 2018 noticed a real danger on the City of Toronto sidewalk at Yonge Street and Castlefield. What appears to be a new construction of a light or sign base left on a busy sidewalk. One second of watching the roadway or ahead of you and a pedestrian can trip and be injured. The City of Toronto has been notified and anticipates that this will be corrected shortly. All taxpayers should not tolerate this negligent disregard by the City for pedestrians. Common sense should dictate here. If you or your loved one is seriously injured by City negligence or the negligence of a property owner, speak to a personal injury lawyer. 
Personal injury lawyer Marc Spivak and Tera Van Beilen Olympic medalist fundraising for Canadian amateur athletes for CAN Fund at Woods. Great cause and great food! 
"More exceptions to our rules of the road that are complicated enough! I wonder how restaurants and parking lots and businesses feel about no vehicular traffic?" Thought of the day from personal injury lawyer Marc Spivak. 
Vancouver driver with his ticket. Toronto drivers face serious fines for use of handheld devices. Don’t risk your life and someone else’s with texting/dialing and trying to drive! Take advice from personal injury lawyer Marc Spivak. 
A friendly reminder from personal injury lawyer Marc Spivak. 
Internationally renowned artist Gabor Mezei* and fellow octogenarian DSF supporter Harry Lion sporting very fashionable DSF golf hats! *see 4 walls of Gabor's masterpieces in DSF's personal injury lawyer Marc Spivak's office 
Toronto Personal Injury Lawyer Marc Spivak and Devry Smith Frank LLP were happy to help sponsor through the Medico-Legal Society of Toronto former Attorney General of Ontario Michael Bryant who passionately spoke about addiction perception. The Medico-Legal Society of Toronto is an unique organization of mainly lawyers and doctors that work together in addressing common interests of two excellent professions. Marc Spivak has been involved with the MLST for many years on counsel and on the programming committee. 
Warmer weather and bike season is here again. Parents/adult bike riders need to protect themselves and their families. Wear a helmet when bike riding. Remember when seatbelts became mandatory — everybody grumbled, but we now all accept that seatbelts save lives. Children need to wear helmets by law, but safety standards are such that every bike rider should be wearing a properly adjusted helmet every time they take their bike out. The laws will change regarding this, just like with seatbelts. As a personal injury lawyer, I have met with dozens of bicyclists that have told me that they usually wore a helmet but on this one occasion they forgot or were worried about how their hair would look post-helmet! Each of these cyclists all wish they never forgot a helmet. Don’t make the same mistake they did and certainly don’t let your significant other or children make that mistake. Once you ruin your hair for the day with a helmet, make sure it is properly fitted for your head. A friendly reminder from your Toronto personal injury lawyer Marc Spivak. 
