Former Roofer Sues Province Over Loss of Eyesight

We are representing Everett Rintoul, who is suing the Province claiming that he lost his eye sight because he wasn’t given proper medical care while at the Don Jail.

Mr. Rintoul was on four different prescription eye drops before he was arrested on a breach of recognizance.  During the intake process, his personal belongings were taken away.

On numerous occasions, Mr. Rintoul asked for his prescriptions and explained the problem with his eye.   He did not receive the necessary prescriptions.

The Statement of claim alleges that the period of his incarceration was the critical period to treat his eye to prevent further damage or worsen the severity.

Mr. Rintoul is suing for $1.2 million dollars.  Prior to the incident he was a roofer with twenty-two years of experience making approximately $32,000.  He is now on social assistance.

This story was covered by both Global Toronto news and the Toronto Sun.

Coverage by Alex Pierson at Global News:

www.globaltoronto.com/video/index.html?releaseID=1513714786

Story by Sam Pazzano at the Toronto Sun:

www.torontosun.com/news/torontoandgta/2010/06/04/14269586.html