Behind the wheel of a car, it does not take much for frustration to turn to anger. Operating a motor vehicle can be stressful, and in moments of heightened stress, a small provocation can cause people to lose control of their emotions. Road rage is more than an unpleasant state of mind when driving. In Ontario, road rage is a serious problem that could have dangerous repercussions. To learn about the effects of road rage and methods for overcoming it, click here.
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Recovering LTD Benefits for Invisible Injuries and Illnesses
Some injuries, illnesses, and other chronic medical conditions may not manifest themselves through easily observable symptoms. However, even though the symptoms of these conditions may be “invisible” to others, they could still significantly impact a patient’s quality of life and their ability to earn a living. Since the symptoms of invisible injuries or illnesses cannot be quantified through objective medical evidence, it can be difficult for people suffering from them to receive long-term disability (LTD) benefits. Click here to read more.
Ontario Distracted Driving Statistics
In the short time it takes a driver to check a cell phone notification or look for a different radio station, serious motor vehicle accidents can occur. Any number of distractions behind the wheel can cause collisions that end in serious injuries or loss of life. Distracted driving is a pervasive problem on roads across the country. In Ontario, the consequences of distracted driving have been particularly tragic. Click here to learn more.
Living with Spinal Cord Injuries
Adjusting to life after sustaining a spinal cord injury (SCI) can be a monumental challenge. Difficulties coping with both day-to-day realities and expensive newly acquired costs of living can cause emotional anguish, financial insecurity, and serious mental health issues. If your SCI was acquired in an accident caused by another party’s negligence, an Ontario personal injury lawyer may be able to help ease the economic burden by pursuing financial compensation on your behalf. Click here to read more.
Sun Life Facing Potential LTD Benefits Class Action Lawsuit
Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada (Sun Life) is currently facing a proposed class action lawsuit for $10 million. The case was recently filed with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice.The Sun Life class action lawsuit alleges that the company willfully miscalculated cost-of-living increases for clients receiving long-term disability benefits. The lawsuit alleges that Sun…
Common Wintertime Slip and Fall Injuries
Although many people who slip and fall on ice or snow may walk away from their accidents unharmed, depending on the circumstances, these unexpected falls can lead to serious injuries. An injury sustained during a routine wintertime activity like walking through a parking lot or entering a residential building complex could have ramifications that affect an accident victim’s entire life. Click here to learn more.
Financial Management After a Serious Injury
Adjusting to everyday life after sustaining a debilitating injury in an accident can be one of the biggest challenges a person might face in their lifetime. In addition to the difficulties of coping with the day-to-day realities of life with a serious injury, if you incur expensive costs for treatment, or are no longer able…
Road Trip Safety Tips
Taking a road trip can be an enjoyable activity for friends, families, and for those who just need a little time away from it all. There’s nothing quite like the allure of the open road, especially after long stretches of province-wide lockdowns. But driving in Ontario can be hazardous, especially during the winter months. Inclement weather can lead to car accidents resulting in serious injuries, or even fatalities. If you have decided to take a road trip and might encounter unfavourable weather conditions en route to your destination, some simple safety precautions may help you avoid disaster. To learn more, click here.
Safety Tips for Winter Cycling
Cycling during the winter months can be an invigorating form of exercise, especially for people who’ve been cooped up at home for most of the day. It can also be an effective way to commute to work without coming into close contact with other people on public transit. But winter cycling can be dangerous, and could lead to accidents resulting in severe injuries. Click here to read more.
Talking To Your Teen About Impaired Driving
In Canada, alcohol and or/drugs play a role in 55% of fatal motor vehicle collisions involving drivers between the ages of 16-25. It’s never too early to educate your teenager about the tragic real-world repercussions of impaired driving. To learn more about provincial drunk driving statistics, and methods for having a serious conversation with your teen, click here.
The Human Cost of Traumatic Brain Injuries
When accidents on the road or on someone else’s property cause traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), within moments, an unsuspecting victim’s life can be changed forever. In addition to expensive costs of associated care, TBIs can have a significant human cost for both injured accident victims and their loved ones. To learn more, click here.
The Rise of Mental Health Claims During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The world as we know it has changed. The stress and anxiety of living through a pandemic has taken a huge toll on society’s mental health. If you’ve been diagnosed with a serious mental health issue that prevents you from performing the duties of your job, you may be eligible to collect long-term disability benefits. But the process of securing those benefits may not be an easy one. Click here to read more.
Russ Howe Joins Preszler Injury Lawyers
Russ Howe, former president of the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association and accomplished author, has recently joined the team of legal advocates at Preszler Injury Lawyers. Over his nearly 30-year career, Russ has fearlessly fought for the rights of victims, consistently delivering outstanding results. Learn more about Russ’s impressive legal career by clicking here.
Charge Laid in Toronto Case of Historical Sexual Exploitation
The Toronto Police Service have made an arrest in a case of historical sexual exploitation. Based on a report of sexual abuse dating back more than 15 years, the former volunteer youth pastor of a North York church has been charged with sexual exploitation. Click here to learn more.
Injured By Snow or Ice in Ontario? What the New Bill 118 Means for Your Claim
Each winter, many Ontarians are injured in accidents caused by snow or ice. When these accidents were caused by the negligence of a property owner or their hired contractors, injured parties have up to two years to take legal action. But a new amendment to the province’s Occupiers’ Liability Act will impose a drastically shorter time-frame in which accident victims can provide notice of a claim, which could significantly impact a victim’s ability to recover compensation for their injuries. Click here to learn more.
Auto Accidents Are the Number One Cause of Death Among Young Canadians
According to a report by the Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS), unintentional injuries, including auto accidents, are the number one cause of death among young Canadians. There is nothing more tragic than losing a child, especially when the accident could have been prevented before it ever happened.When narrowing down the causes of unintentional injuries, automobile accidents…
Preszler Donates to Daily Bread Food Bank
MEDIA CONTACT: Preszler Injury Lawyers 1-800-JUSTICEPreszler Donates to Daily Bread Food BankTo handle the shortages of supplies throughout the country and the world at large during this global crisis, food banks are more important than ever, which is why our firm intends to give back to our community.TORONTO, ON, MAY 06, 2020 — Preszler Injury…
Can I Appeal My Long-Term Disability Claim?
Applying for and having long-term disability claims approved for benefits can be difficult. It can be hard to work with insurance companies. It can be helpful to learn about your long-term disability policy and try to avoid common mistakes that can prevent you from receiving benefits. If your claim gets denied, appealing that decision and…
What Is a Pedestrian Accident?
A pedestrian accident is any accident in which a vehicle strikes a person who is not in a vehicle—in other words, someone who is on foot. A pedestrian can be walking, jogging, hiking, or even sitting or lying in a roadway. A pedestrian is also anyone who is hit by a car while on skates,…
Preszler Injury Lawyer Achieves Important Judgment For Sexual Assault Victims
Every member of the legal team at Preszler Injury Lawyers is committed to delivering superior results for our personal injury clients. In the case of one client, a victim of childhood sexual abuse, we are proud to say our efforts paid off, not only by awarding the client the compensation he deserves and needs, but…
Are Members of My Family Automatically Covered by My Ontario Insurance Policy?
An insurance policy issued in Ontario covers not only the insured person, but also anyone residing in their “household.” For example, let us say you are married and own a car. Your insurance policy will likely cover your spouse in the event he or she is involved in a motor vehicle accident while using your…
The Family Member’s Rights in a Personal Injury Case
A personal injury case often affects more than just the victim. The victim’s family may also suffer as a result of their loved one’s Family Law Act allows an accident victim’s spouse, children, or other relatives to seek damages against a negligent party for any “pecuniary loss resulting from” the victim’s injury (or death).It is…
Bonter v. Estate of Laird: Possession, Consent, and a Motor Vehicle Accident
Under Ontario law, the owner of a car or other motor vehicle can be held legally responsible for an accident even if he or she was not the driver. Basically, if another driver uses your car with your permission and causes a motor vehicle accident, the victims can file a personal injury lawsuit against you…
Ontario Bus Accident Victim Recovers Nothing Due to Statutory Deductible
When you are injured in a motor vehicle accident in Ontario, you cannot count on receiving the full amount of your damages in a personal injury lawsuit. The reason for this is that the Ontario government imposes a “statutory deductible” on non-pecuniary (pain and suffering) damages. This means that by law, a judge must reduce…
Does Uninsured Motorist Coverage Apply to Drive-by Egg Attack?
Under normal circumstances, when you are injured in an Ontario motor vehicle accident caused by another driver’s negligence, you have the right to file a personal injury lawsuit against that driver and collect damages. Of course, in practice the negligent driver’s insurance is likely to pay the damages. What happens when the driver is an…
