Ontario Law Firm Blog

Woman Riding E-Bike Injured After Being Struck By SUV in East Windsor

One woman was taken to the local hospital after being struck by an SUV while riding an e-bike in East Windsor last Wednesday evening. According to Windsor News, police responded to the accident scene at Tecumseh Road East near George Avenue at about 10:30 p.m. The woman sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The westbound lanes of Tecumseh between... Read More

Are Family Members Eligible for Compensation After a Fatal Accident?

Losing a loved one in a fatal accident is unimaginable, especially at the hands of a reckless and/or impaired driver. Although no amount of compensation can make up for such a loss, Ontario’s Family Law Act does allow for certain family members of the deceased victim to pursue a claim for compensation to help cover... Read More

Firm Partner Jennifer Bezaire Joins Ontario Civil Rules Committee

We are proud to announce that partner Jennifer Bezaire has been appointed to the Ontario Civil Rules Committee by the Honorable Geoffrey B. Morawetz, the Chief Justice of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. The term is for three years and will begin on Wednesday, September 1. The Ontario Civil Rules Committee was established to deal with the practices... Read More

Determining Liability for a Car Accident Involving U-Turns

U-turns are essentially sharp left turns and one of the most dangerous maneuvers a driver can execute. Drivers are required to yield to oncoming traffic before crossing into the opposite lane. In the event of an accident, fault often lies with the driver making the U-turn, although that is not always the case. Proving who... Read More

Do I Qualify for Caregiver Benefits After a Serious Ontario Accident?

If you suffered injuries in a serious Ontario accident, you may qualify for caregiver benefits, which can assist you in hiring someone to care for your dependents. However, having enough coverage to get the help you need will depend on your situation. You must be able to show that you sustained a significant impairment that... Read More

Motorcyclist in Critical Condition After Serious Crash in LaSalle

One man was rushed to the hospital after a serious motorcycle crash in LaSalle Saturday night. LaSalle Police Service was called to the accident scene on Highway 18 north of the Turkey Creek Bridge just before midnight. According to BlackBurnNews.com, the driver of the motorcycle struck a raised median, causing him to lose control and crash.... Read More

Challenges of Car Accident Cases Involving Back Pain

Back pain is common after a car accident. Any injury to the back can be quite costly, physically debilitating and emotionally traumatic. If you have suffered back pain from a crash, you may be eligible to pursue compensation to help cover your treatment and other medical-related expenses. However, back pain can be difficult to prove... Read More

Associate Lawyer Irina Rosca Speaking at Community Legal Aid Clinic

Tomorrow, June 30th, associate lawyer Irina Rosca will take part in a presentation for Community Legal Aid (CLA) titled, “Private-Practice, Life After Law School.” CLA is a joint project between the University of Windsor’s Faculty of Law and Legal Aid Ontario, offering legal services to low-income residents from the Windsor-Essex area. CLA also provides Windsor law students with opportunities... Read More

Ways Insurance Companies Try to Defend Car Accident Claims

If you were injured in a car accident through no fault of your own, you will not be automatically compensated for your damages. Unfortunately, many injured accident victims are often prevented from recovering the full compensation they may be eligible to receive. Insurance companies representing and defending at-fault drivers often use several strategies to limit... Read More

How is Fault Determined in a Sideswipe Collision in Ontario?

A sideswipe collision is an all too common occurrence on the roadway. These collisions happen when the sides of two vehicles make contact when next to one another or moving in the same direction. If you have been seriously injured in a sideswipe collision, determining fault is important if you are trying to pursue compensation... Read More