Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on August 1, 2024 in Auto Accident News
Three individuals were transported to a local hospital after suffering injuries in a Tuesday evening collision. The accident was on Electric Line and Highway 40 and involved two vehicles. The drivers of both vehicles were hurt, along with one of the passengers. However, the injuries were non-life-threatening. One driver was charged for failure to yield... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on July 29, 2024 in Motorcycle Accidents
There was a motorcycle crash on Thursday afternoon that happened after the rider avoided a crash. He dropped the motorcycle, and this caused severe injuries. The rider was taken to a hospital in Windsor and was in critical condition, according to Chatham-Kent police. This accident happened on Town Line Road and Pain Court Line around... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on July 23, 2024 in Estate Litigation
If an adult becomes unable to make decisions or manage other basic life affairs, such as finances, they may be deemed mentally incapable. In that situation, a family member may be appointed as a guardian for that individual. Table of Contents What Is Guardianship in Ontario? Types of Guardianship for the Mentally Incapable What Are... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on July 18, 2024 in Motorcycle Accidents
Windsor Essex in southwestern Ontario has seen a disturbing increase in motorcycle-related deaths in 2024, with five deadly crashes claiming six lives in just the past month. This tragic trend has made 2024 one of the deadliest years for motorcyclists in recent memory. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reports that 22 people have died in... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on July 15, 2024 in Auto Accident News
Roads were not the only dangerous place over the weekend, as two people suffered injuries in a personal watercraft explosion. This happened Sunday afternoon on Catfish Creek channel. The watercraft lit up after floating away from the dock and the occupants were thrown off. The victims are a 48-year-old from Cambridge and a 32-year-old from... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on in Auto Accident News
There were multiple deadly crashes in the London area over the weekend. The first crash happened Friday night around 7 p.m. This was a single-vehicle accident in Elgin County close to Centennial Road. The 23-year-old victim was fatally injured after his vehicle crashed into a tree. The second accident happened on Saturday afternoon. It was... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on in Estate Litigation
Elder financial abuse in estate planning is an ongoing concern. Unfortunately, some caregivers or even relatives may take advantage of an aging person when they are most vulnerable. Below, we outline critical details about elder financial abuse in Windsor, including what it is, the many forms it takes and what you can do to protect... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on July 11, 2024 in Firm News
Bencher Greg Monforton and the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor recently celebrated the appointment of Michael Frank as its newest judge. The swearing-in ceremony marked an important milestone both for Justice Frank and our local judicial system. Greg Monforton, in his role as Regional Bencher of the Law Society of Ontario, was honoured to... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on July 9, 2024 in Auto Accident News
Injury claims are stressful enough. The confusion and anxiety are even worse when the victim is your child. Below, Greg Monforton and Partners discuss bicycle crashes where the victim is a child, including the common causes of these incidents, injuries and steps parents can take to seek compensation. We also discuss what to do if... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on July 5, 2024 in Auto Accident News
Four vehicles were involved in a crash Tuesday afternoon on Walker Road. The collision involved a dump truck, SUV and a couple minivans and happened at approximately 1:25 p.m. One person involved in the accident was moved to the Ouellette Campus of Windsor Regional Hospital, but this person’s condition is not currently known. Four other... Read More
