Publications and Presentations

• A Deep Dive into Medical Malpractice Law: The Challenges and How to Succeed

  Risa Kirshblum was invited to speak on an episode of the McGill Journal of Law and Health Podcast titled, A Deep Dive into Medical Malpractice Law: The Challenges and How to Succeed. In the discussion, Risa shares what drew her to a practice in health litigation, the challenges of navigating what is often complex medicine, the emotional weight that often comes with these cases, and some of the skills it takes to succeed in this area of practice.

  Risa M. Kirshblum | May 4, 2026
• 2025 Snapshot: Through the Lens of Lenczner Slaght

  We’ve released our 2025 Snapshot, highlighting the most significant developments, decisions, and trends in litigation from the past year across 21 practice areas. Reflect on 2025 and look ahead to 2026 through the lens of our expert litigators.

  February 12, 2026
• 21st Annual Medico-Legal Survival Guide Conference

  Tom Curry was spoke on the panel, Recent Medicolegal Cases That Should Affect Your Practice, at the 21st Annual Medico-Legal Survival Guide Conference, hosted by Toronto's Mount Sinai Hospital's Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Tom discussed real-world cases shaping evolving standards of care, emerging ethical considerations, and litigation trends that directly impact everyday obstetric practice.

  Tom Curry | January 17, 2026
• Clinical Risk, Negligence and Claims Management in Health Care

  Risa Kirshblum was invited to participate as an instructor at OsgoodePD's Clinical Risk, Negligence and Claims Management in Health Care Certificate Program. Risa discussed defence best practices and mitigation strategies.

  Risa M. Kirshblum | December 16, 2025
• Penalty Hearings and Appeals

  Colin Johnston was invited to share his expertise at OsgoodePD's certificate program on Professional Regulation and Discipline in the Health Care Sector. Colin was a panelist on Module 5: Penalty Hearings and Appeals where he discussed discipline cases at the courts.

  Colin Johnston | December 2, 2025
• Penalty Hearings and Appeals

  Amanda Smallwood was invited to share her expertise at OsgoodePD's certificate program on Professional Regulation and Discipline in the Health Care Sector. Amanda was a panelist on Module 5: Penalty Hearings and Appeals where she discussed best practices for penalty hearings.

  Amanda Smallwood | December 2, 2025
• Risky Business 2025 Conference - The Changing Landscape: Medical Malpractice in a New Era

  Risa Kirshblum was invited to share her expertise at Gluckstein Lawyer's Risky Business 2025 Conference. Risa discussed strategies to navigate the complex field of medical malpractice law on the panel, Defence Lawyer Collaboration. 

  Risa M. Kirshblum | November 13, 2025
• 2024 Snapshot: Through the Lens of Lenczner Slaght

  Lenczner Slaght launches our 2024 Snapshot, which highlights the most significant developments, decisions, and trends in litigation from the past year across 20 areas of expertise. Reflect on 2024 and look ahead to 2025 through the lens of our expert litigators.

  February 1, 2025
• Unique Labour and Employment Considerations for Federally Regulated Companies

  Nicole Naglie was invited to co-chair The Canadian Bar Association’s program titled Unique Labour and Employment Considerations for Federally Regulated Companies. Nicole led a discussion on the complexities of employment law issues within federally regulated companies, including workplace investigations, harassment regulations, and severance pay entitlements.

  Nicole Naglie | January 22, 2025
• Understanding and Dealing with the Litigation Process

  Meghan Bridges was invited to OsgoodePD's Clinical Risk, Negligence and Claims Management in Healthcare Certificate Program, where she participated in live demonstrations providing practical insight into the examination and cross examination of an expert witness, a defendant doctor, and a defendant nurse. Meghan also discussed individual and team strategies to manage the pressure of risk and litigation. 

  Meghan Bridges | January 21, 2025
• 20th Annual Obstetric Malpractice Conference

  Tom Curry was invited to share his expertise at Sinai Health’s 20th Annual Obstetric Malpractice Conference, certified through the University of Toronto. The conference explored key issues in obstetrics, patient safety, and medical litigation.

  Tom Curry | January 18, 2025
• Clinical Negligence, Liability Claims and Litigation

  Risa Kirshblum was invited to OsgoodePD's Clinical Risk, Negligence and Claims Management in Healthcare Certificate Program. Risa shared her expertise on the litigation process for medical malpractice and liability claims, and defence mitigation strategies including the importance of consent, documentation and health records, preservation of evidence, and more. 

  Risa M. Kirshblum | December 17, 2024
• 2023 Snapshot: Through the Lens of Lenczner Slaght

  Lenczner Slaght launches our 2023 Snapshot, a look at the most significant developments, decisions, business takeaways, and trends in litigation from the last year, across 15 practice areas. Revisit 2023 and look ahead to 2024 through the lens of our expert litigators.

  February 1, 2024
• Clinical Risk, Negligence and Claims Management in Health Care

  Risa M. Kirshblum was invited by Osgoode PD to share her expertise on Module 3 of their program, Clinical Negligence, Liability Claims and Litigation. She shared her expertise on medical malpractice and liability claims, the litigation process, and defence best practices and mitigation strategies.

  Risa M. Kirshblum | December 19, 2023
• The Discipline Hearing

  Colin Johnston was invited to share his expertise at OsgoodePD's certificate program on Professional Regulation and Discipline in the Ontario Health Care Sector. Colin presented on Module 4: The Discipline Hearing.

  Colin Johnston | November 29, 2023
• Penalty Hearings and Appeals

  Paul-Erik Veel was invited to share his expertise at OsgoodePD's certificate program on Professional Regulation and Discipline in the Ontario Health Care Sector. Paul-Erik presented on Module 5: Penalty Hearings and Appeals.

  Paul-Erik Veel | June 21, 2023
• Prosecuting and Defending Professional Discipline Cases 2023

  Jaan Lilles and Colin Johnston were invited to share their expertise at OsgoodePD's annual program on professional discipline hearings. Jaan discussed Assessing Duties and Powers while Colin presented on Examinations, Interviews, Inquiries.

  Jaan Lilles & Colin Johnston | April 18, 2023
• Mental Health and the Regulation of Health Professionals

  Colin Johnston co-chaired the OBA Health Law program on Mental Health and the Regulation of Health Professionals. Colin shared his expertise on how health regulators and employers manage mental health issues, including mental health challenges in the health professions, the relationship between mental illness and misconduct, and non-disciplinary responses to mental health.

  Colin Johnston | February 23, 2023
• Continuing Medical Education Seminar: Obstetrical Malpractice 2023

  Tom Curry shared his expertise at Mount Sinai Hospital's Continuing Medical Education Seminar. Tom discussed Extreme Prematurity (22-24 weeks).

  Tom Curry | January 21, 2023
• Clinical Risk, Negligence and Claims Management in Healthcare

  Risa M. Kirshblum was invited to share her expertise at OsgoodePD's Clinical Risk, Negligence and Claims Management in Healthcare Certificate Program. Risa discussed the litigation process and defence best rractices/mitigation strategies.

  Risa M. Kirshblum | December 20, 2022
• Medical Assistance in Dying: What’s New & What’s Coming

  Colin Johnston led a CBA Health Law Section program on how the law of MAiD has developed, what has changed with Bill C-7, and what’s potentially coming next. 

  Colin Johnston | October 11, 2022
• Prosecuting and Defending Professional Discipline Cases 2022

  Jaan Lilles and Dena N. Varah were invited to share their expertise at OsgoodePD's annual program on professional discipline hearings. Jaan presented on Assessing Duties and Powers, while Dena presented on Examinations, Interviews, Inquries.

  Jaan Lilles & Dena N. Varah | April 19, 2022
• Continuing Medical Education Seminar: Obstetrical Malpractice 2022

  Tom Curry shared his expertise at Mount Sinai Hospital's Continuing Medical Education Seminar. Tom led discussions on "Pre Term Labour" and "Medical Legal Response and Case Examples".

  Tom Curry | January 22, 2022
• Legal Intricacies of Physician Investigations

  Colin Johnston co-chaired an OBA Health Law program on physician investigations, in particular, a physician’s procedural rights at the investigatory stage, what physicians are entitled to, and what is required of them both in the workplace and with the College.

  Colin Johnston | December 7, 2021
• Annual Pot Pourri of Medico-Legal Cases (Part Two)

  Paul-Erik Veel shared his expertise at the Medico-Legal Society of Toronto's Annual Pot Pourri of Medico-Legal Cases. Paul-Erik discussed G.C. v Jugenburg and the use of RHPA materials in civil actions.

  Paul-Erik Veel | September 28, 2021
• Keeping Up With Health Law

  Derek Knoke was invited to share his expertise at the OBA's call in series titled Keeping up with Health Law. Derek discussed the recent decision in Zimmerman v McNaull.

  Derek Knoke | September 15, 2021
• OBA Health Law Section Year End Program and Award Presentation

  Paul-Erik Veel co-chaired the OBA Health Law Section's year end program. Following an award presentation for the OBA Susan Hilary Davidson Memorial Award for Excellence in Health Law recipient, there was a panel discussion on how medical malpractice litigation has evolved during the pandemic and where it is going in the year ahead. 

  Paul-Erik Veel | June 29, 2021
• Prepped for Practice: Medical-legal Essentials for Residents

  Andrea Wheeler shared her expertise at the CMPA's educational series titled "Prepped for Practice: Medical-legal Essentials for Residents". Andrea provided her expert insights on the Q&A portion of the following sessions:

  Andrea Wheeler | June 24, 2021
• Slipping Through the Cracks: An Analysis of Harlequin Ichthyosis

  Maria Puscas co-authored an article on Harlequin ichthyosis, examining the genetic basis and clinical features of this rare and life-threatening skin disorder. The piece outlines how advances in diagnosis, intensive care, and treatment have improved survival outcomes, and highlights emerging research aimed at better understanding the condition and identifying new therapeutic pathways. (Prior to joining Lenczner Slaght)

  Maria Puscas | April 1, 2021
• Understanding and Dealing with the Litigation Process

  Nina Bombier shared her expertise at OsgoodePD's certificate program in Clinical Risk, Negligence & Claims Management in Healthcare. Nina presented on the module "Understanding and Dealing with the Litigation Process".

  Nina Bombier | January 26, 2021
• Old vs. New Guidelines: Do the New “Concise” Guidelines Make Parts of the Old Guidelines (not addressed) Now Obsolete?

  Tom Curry shared his expertise at Mount Sinai Hospital's continuing medical education seminar on the scope of obstetrical malpractice suits. Tom presented on the topic "Old vs. New Guidelines: Do the New “Concise” Guidelines Make Parts of the Old Guidelines (not addressed) Now Obsolete?".

   

   

  Tom Curry | January 23, 2021
• Clinical Negligence, Liability Claims and Litigation

  Risa Kirshblum shared her expertise at OsgoodePD's certificate program in Clinical Risk, Negligence & Claims Management in Healthcare. Risa presented on the module "Clinical Negligence, Liability Claims and Litigation".

  Risa M. Kirshblum | December 15, 2020
• Professional Regulation and Discipline of Health Professionals – How the Landscape has Changed

  Colin Johnston shared his expertise at the OBA Health Law program Professional Regulation and Discipline of Health Professionals – How the Landscape has Changed. 

  Colin Johnston | October 7, 2020
• Prosecuting and Defending Professional Discipline Cases 2020

  Rebecca Jones shared her expertise at OsgoodePD's webcast program Prosecuting and Defending Professional Discipline Cases 2020. She presented on how to navigate examinations, interviews and inquiries.

  Rebecca Jones | April 2, 2020
• Prosecuting and Defending Professional Discipline Cases 2020

  Jaan Lilles was invited to share his expertise at OsgoodePD's webcast program, Prosecuting and Defending Professional Discipline Cases 2020. Jaan presented on the panel Assessing Duties and Powers.

  Jaan Lilles | April 2, 2020
• Continuing Medical Education Seminar: Obstetrical Malpractice

  Tom Curry and Mark Veneziano shared their expertise at Mount Sinai Hospital's Continuing Medical Education Seminar. Tom discussed "Accountability for Expert Witnesses," while Mark presented on the topic of "Partogram: What is the Dilemma?".

  Tom Curry & Mark Veneziano | January 25, 2020
• Ontario Medical Association Advisory Board Meeting

  Colin Johnston presented at the Ontario Medical Association's Advisory Board Meeting. His panel discussed regulatory issues in the medical field.

  Colin Johnston | June 8, 2019
• OBA Health Law Section Newsletter

  Published in the Ontario Bar Association’s Health Law Section Newsletter, Esther Nwator interviewed Lad Kucis about his journey to becoming a health lawyer. (Prior to Lenczner Slaght)

  Esther Nwator | June 1, 2019
• Prosecuting and Defending Professional Discipline Cases

  Jaan Lilles was invited to share his expertise at OsgoodePD's Prosecuting and Defending Professional Discipline Cases program. He shared his insights on the panel discussion, Assessing Duties and Powers.

  Jaan Lilles | April 24, 2019
• OBA Health Law Section Newsletter

  Published in the Ontario Bar Association’s Health Law Section Newsletter, Esther Nwator interviewed Cathi Mietkiewicz about why she chose law as a second career and how she became a respected health lawyer. The interview offers a very human and relatable look at the path to building a health law practice. (Prior to Lenczner Slaght)

  Esther Nwator | March 1, 2019
• Ten Things to Know Now That Recreational Cannabis Will Be Legal in Canada

  Published by the Ontario Bar Association, Esther Nwator offers a brief overview of the framework for legalization of recreational cannabis including the geographical nuances across Canada, associated regulations, connection to Bill C-46, and some of the key issues emerging from legalization. (Prior to Lenczner Slaght)

  Esther Nwator | July 4, 2018
• Pleadings Should Be Useful and Not Pro Forma

  Risa Kirshblum spoke at the Law Society of Ontario's Best Practices in Medical Malpractice Litigation day on the "Pleadings Should Be Useful and Not Pro Forma " panel.

  Risa M. Kirshblum | June 12, 2018
• Trials Should Not Take Six Weeks or More

  Tom Curry spoke at the Law Society of Ontario's Best Practices in Medical Malpractice Litigation day on the "Trials Should Not Take Six Weeks or More" panel.

  Tom Curry | June 12, 2018
• OBA Health Law Section Year-End Dinner & Program

  Esther Nwator co-organized and chaired the OBA Health Law Section Year End program, which featured a keynote from the Medical Officer of Health for the City of Toronto, Dr. Eileen de Villa, on emerging public health issues. (Prior to Lenczner Slaght)

  Esther Nwator | June 5, 2018
• Legal and Regulatory Issues in Disaster Psychiatry

  Colin Johnston spoke at the Inaugural Psychiatric Dimensions of Disasters Training Course hosted by the Ontario Medical Association. He spoke on the legal, ethical and regulatory issues in disaster psychology. 

  Colin Johnston | April 21, 2018
• Emerging Risks in Health Law

  Colin Johnston was a faculty member at the 2018 Ontario Bar Association’s Institute. He has considerable experience in Professional Liability & Regulation and moderated the "Opioid Panel: Assessing Risks for Patients and Prescribing Physicians."

  Colin Johnston | February 9, 2018
• Understanding and Dealing with the Litigation Process

  Nina Bombier spoke at the Osgoode Certificate program in Clinical Risk, Negligence &  Claims Management in Health Care. Her panel was called "Litigation Session: Live Demonstrations - Examination in Chief and Cross-Examination of Plaintiff Expert".

  Nina Bombier | February 9, 2018
• Clinical Risk, Negligence & Claims Management in Health Care

  Risa Kirshblum spoke at OsgoodePD's program "Clinical Risk,
  Negligence & Claims Management in Health Care". The program covered modules such as defence best practices, mitigation strategies, implications for risk management etc.

  Risa M. Kirshblum | February 5, 2018
• Obstetrical Malpractice: A Survival Guide for 2018

  Mark Veneziano presented at Mount Sinai Hospital's Continuing Medical Education Seminar on the topic of "How Are Assisted Conception Babies Different than Spontaneous Ones?"

  Mark Veneziano | January 13, 2018
• Obstetrical Malpractice: A Survival Guide for 2018

  Tom Curry presented at Mount Sinai Hospital's Continuing Medical Education Seminar on the topic of "Stem Cells: Why Should We Recommend It?".

  Tom Curry | January 13, 2018
• CBA Submission on the Proposed Approach to the Regulation of Cannabis

  As a member of the Canadian Bar Association's Working Group on Cannabis, Esther Nwator contributed to the CBA's submission prepared in response to Health Canada's consultation on the proposed approach to the regulation of cannabis. (Prior to Lenczner Slaght)

  Esther Nwator | January 1, 2018
• The Advocates' Society's Health Law Litigation Program

  Risa was a faculty member at the Advocates' Society's Health Law Litigation program. She provided her expertise while speaking on the "Hot Topics in Medical Malpractice Litigation" panel.

  Risa M. Kirshblum | November 13, 2017
• Restricted Titles and the Regulation of Health Professionals in Ontario

  Esther Nwator authored an article examining the restrictions on the use of the title "Doctor" by health professionals in Ontario under the Regulated Health Professions Act 1991, prompted by the case of an audiologist found guilty of professional misconduct for using the abbreviation "Dr." before her name. (Prior to Lenczner Slaght)

  Esther Nwator | August 22, 2017
• Emerging Issues in Directors' and Officers' Liability 2017

  Shara N. Roy presented Strategic Defence of Insider Trading Cases at the Law Society of Upper Canada event "Emerging Issues in Directors' and...

  February 16, 2017
• CBA 2015 National Health Law Summit

  Tom Curry participated in a panel discussion at the May 21, 2015 CBA National Health Law Summit on A New Era for Experts.

  Tom Curry | May 21, 2015
• The Osgoode Certificate in Professional Regulation and Discipline in the Ontario Health Care Sector

  Nina Bombier was a speaker at this Osgoode Professional Development program on the "Discipline Hearing".

  Nina Bombier | May 5, 2015
• The Osgoode Certificate in Professional Regulation and Discipline in the Ontario Health Care Sector

  Jaan Lilles was invited to share his expertise on the Osgoode Professional Development program on Pre-Hearing Procedures & Fitness to Practice Proceedings.

  Jaan Lilles | April 28, 2015
• The Osgoode Certificate in Clinical Risk, Negligence and Claims Management in Health Care

  Mark Veneziano spoke on Understanding and Dealing with the Litigation Process on February 13, 2015.

  Mark Veneziano | February 13, 2015
• The Osgoode Certificate in Clinical Risk, Negligence and Claims Management in Health Care

  Risa Kirshblum shared her expertise on Clinical Negligence, Liability Claims and Litigation on February 10, 2015.

  Risa M. Kirshblum | February 10, 2015
• 11th Annual Obstetrical Malpractice: A Survival Guide for 2015

  Tom Curry spoke at Mount Sinai's annual program 11th Annual Obstetrical Malpractice: A Survival Guide for 2015 on the topic Two Legal Cases from the Last...

  Tom Curry | January 17, 2015
• 11th Annual Obstetrical Malpractice: A Survival Guide for 2015

  Mark Veneziano spoke at the Mount Sinai program 11th Annual Obstetrical Malpractice: A Survival Guide for 2015 held on January 17, 2015.

  Mark Veneziano | January 17, 2015
• When medical records go missing

  Legal regimes and remedies in Ontario differ depending on the source of the information

  Nina Bombier and Paul-Erik Veel co-authored the article When medical records go missing which appeared in the July 11, 2014 issue of the Lawyers Weekly.

  Nina Bombier & Paul-Erik Veel | July 11, 2014
• No-Fault Accident Compensation Systems

  Paul-Erik Veel co-authored the article No-Fault Accident Compensation Systems that appeared in Research Handbook On The Economics of Torts, edited by Jennifer H. Arlen.

  Paul-Erik Veel | January 30, 2014
• Kernicterus: Medical and Legal Aspects

  Tom Curry presented on the topic Kernicterus: Medical and Legal Aspects at the 3rd Biennial Conference on Brain Injury in Children, sponsored by Sick Kids held in Toronto on July 9-11, 2013.

  Tom Curry | July 9, 2013
• A Tamer Tort Law: The Canada-U.S. Divide

  Paul-Erik Veel co-authored a chapter that appeared in The American Illness: Essays on the Rule of Law, edited by F.H. Buckley.

  Paul-Erik Veel | June 27, 2013
• The Perils of Debating Science in the Courtroom

  Ian Binnie presented on the topic as the distinguished guest speaker at the annual meeting and dinner of the Medico-Legal Society of Toronto on May 22, 2013.

  Ian Binnie | May 22, 2013
• Obstetric Ultrasound: Setting the Standard for 2013

  Tom Curry presented on the topic at a conference hosted by the University of Toronto and Mount Sinai Hospital.

  Tom Curry | February 22, 2013
• Understanding and Dealing with the Litigation Process

  Mark Veneziano presented on the topic using a case study on obstetrics at the Osgoode Professional Development Certificate in Clinical Risk, Negligence and Claims Management in Health Care.

  January 25, 2013
• 9th Annual Obstetrical Malpractice: A Survival Guide for 2013

  Tom Curry presented at the 9th Annual Obstetrical Malpractice: A Survival Guide for 2013 hosted by Mount Sinai Hospital.

  Tom Curry | January 19, 2013
• Volochay v College of Massage Therapists of Ontario

  Ian MacLeod presented to research lawyers on a case he argued with Peter Osborne at the Ontario Court of Appeal regarding judicial review of administrative decision-makers.

  Ian MacLeod | September 19, 2012
• Social Media: Communicating with your Patients

  Risa M. Kirshblum presented at the 10th Annual Refresher in Primary Maternity Care on Social Media: Communicating with your Patients held at Victoria College, University of Toronto.

  Risa M. Kirshblum | May 11, 2012
• Brain Injuries in Children: Intrapartum Hypoxic-Ischemic Brain Injury: Are the ACOG Criteria/Guidelines Outdated? A Critical Evolution

  Tom Curry presented at the 2nd International Symposium on the topic.

  Tom Curry | July 12, 2011
• The Evolving Role of Experts in Legal Action

  Tom Curry presented on the topic at the National Health Law Summit held at the Canadian Bar Association.

  Tom Curry | May 27, 2011
• Effective Advocacy in Disciplinary Proceedings

  Tom Curry presented on the topic at the Toronto Law Association.

  Tom Curry | May 25, 2011
• Time to Deliver: "Is there anything magical about the 30 (or 8, 15, 12 or 6) minute rule?"

  Tom Curry presented on the topic at the 8th Annual Obstetrical Malpractice: A Survival Guide for 2012.

  Tom Curry | January 28, 2011
• Liebig v. Guelph General Hospital: Affirming the Duty Owed to a Fetus During Labour and Delivery

  Nina Bombier presented her paper Liebig v. Guelph General Hospital: Affirming the Duty Owed to a Fetus During Labour and Delivery at LSUC Emerging Issues in Health Law Conference.

  Nina Bombier | December 2, 2010
• Investigatory Powers into Professional Misconduct and Incompetence: Gore v. CPSO and New Amendments Requiring Cooperation from Members

  Nina Bombier presented her paper "Investigatory Powers into Professional Misconduct and Incompetence: Gore v. CPSO and New Amendments Requiring Cooperation from Members" at the Osgoode Professional Discipline Conference.

  Nina Bombier | February 16, 2010
• Critical Issues in Health Law: Case Law and Legislation Updates

  Nina Bombier and Anne E. Posno presented at the OBA PD Program.

  Anne E. Posno & Nina Bombier | April 17, 2009
• Section 75 Investigations into Professional Competence and Misconduct: Gore v College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario Expands the Powers of Investigators

  Nina Bombier presented on the topic at OBA Critical Issues in Health Law Conference.

  Nina Bombier | April 17, 2009
• Managing the Risk of Liability Posed by Suicidal or Violent Patients: Developing a Suicide Prevention Program

  Eli S. Lederman speaks at the Canadian Institute's 9th Annual Conference.

  Eli S. Lederman | April 2, 2009
• The Role of Retinoids in Memory Reconsolidation and Extinction Following Appetitive Conditioning

  Zak Ibrahim co-authored an article investigating the role of retinoic acid in memory processes, focusing on how it influences memory reconsolidation and extinction following retrieval. Using a model of classical conditioning, the article examines how disruptions to retinoid signaling affect the stability and modification of long-term memories, offering insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying learning and memory. (Prior to joining Lenczner Slaght)

  Zak Ibrahim