In Ontario, thousands of individuals file claims for motor vehicle accident compensation each year. Obtaining compensation after a motor vehicle accident can be a complex process which is one of the reasons why personal injury lawyers encourage you to hire them to assist with claims. There are numerous mitigating factors involved, as well as several … Continue reading “Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation in Ontario: How It Works”
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.
Since the founding of our law firm, we have helped thousands of accident victims across Ontario, British Columbia and Eastern Canada with their car accident claims. In Ontario, car accident victims have the right to Statutory Accident Benefits. These benefits include money to help defray the costs of medical care and other injury-related expenses that … Continue reading “Injured in a Car Accident in Ontario? Your Next Steps”
We hear often from our clients that the moments following a car accident are initially accompanied by feelings of shock and confusion. One of the first questions on many drivers’ minds following a motor vehicle accident is, “Am I at fault for the collision?” That question is important for several reasons. Who was at fault … Continue reading “How is Fault Determined in an Ontario Auto Accident?”
In Ontario and most other provinces across Canada – all motorists are required to have auto insurance and this is the law. You cannot drive a motorized vehicle on public roads without insurance and there are good reasons for this. This is not just about following the law. If you are involved in an auto … Continue reading “Why you should name all of the insured drivers in your household”
From freezing rain to extreme snowfall warnings, winter driving in Ontario can be risky. Click here to learn more on precautions you can take to prepare your vehicle for winter road conditions:
We all know that getting behind the wheel while intoxicated can lead to a severe car accident. But in the aftermath of such a tragic event, some may ask: if a drunk-driving incident happened following a party, can the host be held liable? Click here to learn more:
Hit and run accidents are shocking. When a driver fails to remain at the scene of a collision they caused, it can be confusing to know where an injured driver should turn for financial compensation. There are some important steps to take after sustaining an injury in a hit and run accident. To learn how an Ontario car accident lawyer may be able to help, click here.
