David S.R. Parker

David S.R. Parker

(902) 460-3447 (902) 463-7500 dparker@boyneclarke.ca
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Assistant
Nicole Murphy
nmurphy@boyneclarke.ca
Paralegal
Erin Carter
ecarter@boyneclarke.ca
"Being injured in a car accident is a stressful experience," says David. "Not only are my clients in pain and worried about their future, but they don't know where to begin. They are overwhelmed at the thought of dealing with an insurance company and what amount of compensation they are entitled to. I am able to take on the insurance company for them and maximize their compensation so that they can focus on getting better."

About David

David is a Partner on the Accident and Personal Injury team who helps injured victims of car accidents, slip and falls and disability claims. He understands the unwanted stress and difficulties that come with injury claims and makes it a priority to listen to his clients’ concerns.

Raised in Truro, Nova Scotia, David grew up watching his father practice law and welcome clients into their family home. It was at this early age that he learned the dedication it takes to being a great lawyer -- a mix of hard work, unwavering integrity and sincere client relationships.

David has proven experience in obtaining settlements without going to court but has also represented and argued for compensation in court when necessary, having appeared before the Small Claims Court, Supreme Court, Court of Appeal and various tribunals and boards. He is determined to understand each of his clients’ unique situations and works to achieve the best results for each of them.

David offers free consultations to his clients so that he can explain to them whether they have a claim, and if so, whether it makes sense to hire a lawyer. David does his work on a contingency fee rate so that his clients only pay fees if he is successful in obtaining a settlement or reward.

Currently, David sits as BOYNECLARKE LLP’s Chair of the Articling Committee, where he annually leads the firm through the hiring process. He is also an active member of the Atlantic Provinces Trial Lawyers Association, the Canadian Bar Association and the Nova Scotia’s Barristers’ Society. In 2013, he completed the Intensive Trial Advocacy course at York University’s Osgoode Hall Law School.

Areas of Practice

David's Background

Education
  • 2015: Osgoode Trial Advocacy
  • 2007: LL.B., Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia
  • 2003: Spanish Language Certificate Universidad de Salamanca, Salamanca, Spain
  • 2001: Bachelor of Science, Acadia University, Wolfviille, Nova Scotia
Employment
  • 2016 - Present: Partner, BOYNECLARKE LLP, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
  • 2008 - 2015: Associate, BOYNECLARKE LLP, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
  • 2007 - 2008: Articled Clerk, BOYNECLAKRE LLP, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
  • 2006: Summer Student, Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Professional Memberships
  • Member - Nova Scotia Barristers' Society
  • Member - Canadian Bar Association
  • Member - Atlantic Provincial Trial Lawyers Association (APTLA)
  • Chair - BOYNECLARKE LLP Articling Committee
  • Member - American Association of Justice
Community Activities
  • Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia - Committee Member for Annual BIANS Golf Tournament
  • Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia - Past Treasurer Halifax Chapter
  • Past Secretary South End Tennis Club (SETC)
  • Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia AGM - Speaker
  • Dalhousie University School of Physiotherapy - Speaker
  • Nova Scotia Community College Paralegal Program - Speaker
Languages
  • Conversant in Spanish
  • English

Recent Blog Posts by David

Blog Post | August 9, 2018

In Memorandum - The Sullivan’s Pond Geese and Crosswalk Safety

Image Authored by: Luke C. Godin David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

If you’re from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, August 9, 2017 might be engrained in your memory. On that fateful day, two resident geese were killed by a vehicle while crossing the street near their home at Sullivan’s Pond.

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Blog Post | May 25, 2018

Cannabis Legalization in Canada and Drug-Impaired Motor Vehicle Operation

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Criminal Law, Personal Injury

Proposed legislation to legalize (and regulate) marijuana use and sale (Cannabis Act) is currently before the Federal Parliament.

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Blog Post | November 29, 2017

Don't Forget to Look Both Ways - Crosswalk Safety

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

Ensuring pedestrians are safe is the duty of both the driver and the pedestrian.

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Blog Post | November 27, 2017

Southern Getaways and the Hazards of Plate Glass

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

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Blog Post | October 24, 2017

Lost Wages Resulting from a Car Accident

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

What happens when you make a claim for lost wages as a result of a car accident, but you haven’t declared your past earnings for income tax?

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Blog Post | September 1, 2017

Medicinal Marijuana Expense Health Insurance Coverage and Personal Injury Claims

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

Prescriptions for medicinal marijuana are becoming more common, particularly for chronic pain patients. There is rising concern among physicians regarding opioid addiction, and some are now prescribing medicinal marijuana as an alternative pain treatment.

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Blog Post | July 25, 2017

Driver Fatigue and Car Accidents

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

If you’ve ever been on a road-trip, you can understand the fatigue that settles in after hours of being on the road. A 2007 survey has shown that most Canadians have driven when they were fatigued and of those, 15% had fallen asleep at the wheel.

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Blog Post | June 1, 2017

Top 10 Bicycle Safety Tips

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

Riding a bicycle is a healthy, fun, and efficient way to get around and enjoy the outdoors. More and more people are choosing to cycle. If you find yourself on a bicycle, the following tips will improve your bicycle safety and reduce the chances of being involved in a collision.

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Blog Post | May 18, 2017

Car Insurance Telematics Device - Reduce Car Insurance Premiums but Beware of "Big Brother"

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

Insurance companies have started offering reduced insurance premiums for drivers who agree to have a telematics device installed in their car. The device records driving habits and transmits them back to the insurer. There are, however, some concerns with these devices that you should be aware of.

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Blog Post | April 6, 2017

Sun Seekers and Injuries in Paradise

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

When taking a vacation to warmer climates, the last thing we think about is the possibility of getting injured. You may not realize however, that the laws in other countries dealing with regulating excursions and activities are very different or completely non existent.

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Blog Post | February 2, 2017

Some Good News for Victims Injured in Motor Vehicle Accidents

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

The Supreme Court of Canada has finally put to rest an argument continually raised by insurers to reduce their exposure; CPP Disability benefits must be deducted when calculating an insured's entitlement under an SEF 44 underinsured motorist coverage policy.

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Blog Post | January 17, 2017

Did You Know That Snow on Your Car is an "Unsecured Load"?

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

Leaving snow on your vehicle after a snowfall is not only a hazard to you, but a hazard to all other drivers on the roads. Failure to do so may also result in tickets and fines of up to $400 depending on the offense. It is important to remember to always clear your vehicle from any obstruction.

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Blog Post | July 15, 2016

What Will a Car Accident Lawyer Charge to Take on my Case?

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

If you have been involved in an accident and are seeking compensation for your injuries, it is important that you know your options before you take action. Personal injury and accident lawyers often work on something called contingency. In other words, your lawyer will not be paid until you are.

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Blog Post | June 27, 2016

Water Safety & Parental Supervision - Lessons in Law

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

The issue of parental supervision that surfaces is something that does comes up in the area of personal injury law. While summer may be a great opportunity to get outside, water safety, particularly for young children, becomes an area of concern.

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Blog Post | May 18, 2016

Avoiding Accidents and Injuries While Cycling at Night

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

Both cyclists and drivers have certain duties that are imposed upon them by law which dictate how they are expected to behave on the road. In Nova Scotia, the law requires that when riding at night on a bicycle, at minimum you must use a white front light and red rear reflector or light.

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Blog Post | March 1, 2016

Is a “Concussion” really a “Minor Injury”?

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

If you sustain a concussion in a motor vehicle collision, is the injury considered to be “minor” and capped to $7,500 for pain and suffering? Whether a concussion is a sprain, strain or whiplash-associated disorder (WAD) has not been addressed by our courts.

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Blog Post | January 15, 2016

Making Legal Tracks – Winter Pedestrian Safety

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

Although some of us would rather curl up somewhere warm and sleep through the cold Nova Scotia winter, the reality is that we will all find ourselves braving the elements more often than we might like. This time of year it is especially important to use caution as a pedestrian.

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Blog Post | November 12, 2015

Winter Tires and Driving Safety

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

If this winter is going to be anything like the last it is important to get your vehicle ready. The weather can change quickly and we need to prepare for the unpredictable driving conditions. When we think of safety on the road, we think of air bags, maintaining focus, and the safety ratings of our

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Blog Post | October 29, 2015

Halloween Safety

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

Little is more exciting to kids than dressing up in wacky costumes and being set free in neighbourhoods to collect free candy. Halloween should be a fun time that is free of easily preventable accidents and injuries. A few simple considerations when planning costumes, decorating around your house,

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Blog Post | October 21, 2015

10 Tips to Protect Yourself After a Motor Vehicle Collision

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

The last thing any driver wants to think about is getting into a car accident. However, in 2013 there were over 122,000 collisions in Canada . These accidents can range from fender benders to serious collisions. It is important to know what steps you can take to protect yourself if you ever were to

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Blog Post | August 28, 2015

Back to School Travel Safety

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

New backpacks, lunchbags and binders along with the change in Nova Scotia weather are all signs that it is time for children to go back-to-school. While it is an exciting time of year it is also important to go over some safety tips with your children for travelling to and from school. Whether they

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Blog Post | August 11, 2015

Limitation of Actions Act, 2015

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

If you are involved in a personal injury matter, whether it is a motor vehicle collision or a slip and fall, the time frame to commence an action is limited. As of September 1, 2015, new amendments to the Limitation of Actions Act (the “Act”) will come into effect. These new amendments to the Act

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Blog Post | June 5, 2015

Bicycle Safety - What Should I do if my Child is Injured?

David S.R. Parker Authored by: David S.R. Parker Posted in: Personal Injury

With the winter finally behind us and HRM bike week running from June 5th-14th, it is a good time for you and your kids to get out on your bikes. It is also a good time to talk to your children about the importance of proper helmet safety. According to the IWK’s Child Safety Link, cycling is the

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