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Three Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Walker Road on Tuesday Morning

There was a serious collision on Walker Road in McGregor this morning. The crash sent three drivers to the hospital and prompted authorities to close a section of the road (12th Concession to North Side Road) so they could investigate. Authorities have yet to disclose the identities of those involved or speculate on the cause... Read More

What Windsor Drivers Should Know About Wide Turn Commercial Truck Accidents

Commercial trucks are much larger and longer than passenger vehicles, making them much more difficult to maneuver. Turns are especially challenging. Truck drivers often need to turn their steering wheel away from the direction they want to go to allow for the truck’s wider turn circumference. These maneuvers are known as wide turns, and while... Read More

Major Multi-Vehicle Collision Closes E.C. Row Expressway in Windsor

A significant portion of the E.C. Row Expressway was brought to a standstill following a multi-vehicle crash earlier today. Windsor Police have confirmed the expressway’s closure. The collision occurred just before 12:30 p.m. on Friday, between Walker Road and Central Avenue, and involved three vehicles. The circumstances leading up to the crash remain under investigation,... Read More

Early Morning Collision in Amherstburg Proves Fatal for SUV Driver

There was a fatal car crash in Amherstburg on Tuesday morning. Windsor Police were dispatched to the intersection of Country Road 20 and County Road 9 around 7:15 a.m. after reports of two separate collisions. The initial collision happened when an eastbound pickup truck, which was attempting to turn left onto County Road 9, collided... Read More

Car Crash Knee Injuries: Understanding the Causes and Your Legal Options

Car crashes can cause significant damage to the legs, especially the knees. While many of these injuries are the result of blunt force trauma, sometimes your leg can get twisted, causing ligaments to overstretch or tear. While these injuries are unlikely to be life-threatening, victims often face a long recovery. They may also have long-term... Read More

Single-Vehicle Collision Causes Life-Threatening Injuries

Early Sunday morning, a single-vehicle crash on Erie Street resulted in severe injuries for the driver, the sole occupant of the vehicle. Around 5:45 a.m., Windsor police responded to the incident in the 400 block where the vehicle had veered off the road, colliding with a monument. The impact left the driver with life-threatening injuries... Read More

Are Pedestrians More Likely to Get Hit by a Car in Winter?

Pedestrian accidents can happen at any time of year, but there may be a higher risk in the wintertime. Many drivers do not take extra precautions to deal with reduced visibility, slippery roads and other factors that make winter driving dangerous. This blog details the reasons why pedestrian crashes are more likely in the winter.... Read More

Greg Monforton and Partners is Seeking a Case Manager

Greg Monforton and Partners is seeking a Case Manager to support our expanding team. Ideal candidates will possess: Excellent oral and written communication skills Experience with client service The ability to be sensitive to the needs of injured people and their families Knowledge of civil court procedures Computer proficiency, including with Microsoft Office Suite, Case... Read More

Jennifer Bezaire Officially Sworn in as a Judge on the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario

Greg Monforton and Partners is pleased to announce our former managing partner, Jennifer Bezaire, has been officially sworn in on the bench of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario. The ceremony happened on Wednesday at the Windsor Courthouse at 250 Chatham Street E, and the room was filled with family, friends and legal professionals.... Read More

Understanding and Preventing Highway Hypnosis on Windsor, Ontario Roads

Imagine driving on a familiar route or a long, uneventful highway. Your hands are on the wheel, but your mind seems miles away. Before you know it, you have traveled a considerable distance with little memory of the journey. This phenomenon, known as highway hypnosis, is subtle and dangerous and it is something every driver... Read More