The defendant brought a motion to transfer a personal injury action arising from a motor vehicle collision from Barrie to Toronto.
The collision occurred in Toronto, and all parties, counsel, and potential witnesses, including medical professionals, were located in or near Toronto.
The plaintiff did not respond to the motion.
The court applied the factors under Rule 13.1.02 of the Rules of Civil Procedure and concluded that Toronto was a substantially better venue, as there was no connection between the action and Barrie.
The motion to transfer was granted.
