Auto Accident News Blog

Filing an Insurance Claim for a Wildlife-Vehicle Collision

Hitting a moose or another animal on the road can cause serious injuries and significant vehicle damage. These types of collisions can result in costly repairs and medical care to aid in your recovery. If you have been in a wildlife-vehicle collision, you may be able to file a claim to help cover these damages.... Read More

59-Year-Old Bicyclist Seriously Injured After Being Struck by Car on Canada Street Crosswalk

The Friday afternoon crash between a 59-year-old bicyclist and a Chevrolet Cruze left the bicyclist with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. The crash happened around 4:30 p.m. in LaSalle at the intersection of Todd Lane and Canada Street. The 82-year-old who was heading west on Todd Lane started to make a left turn onto Canada Street.... Read More

Liability for Collisions Involving Emergency Vehicles in Ontario

If there is a fire, medical emergency or a crash, we often see police cars, ambulances and other emergency personnel racing to the scene. Drivers must bring their cars to an immediate stop when an emergency vehicle is approaching from either direction with its lights flashing. Drivers must also slow down and move into another... Read More

Am I Covered by Insurance for an Accident Caused by Road Rage?

When some drivers become angry, they may take it out on other drivers. This could mean yelling, cursing or making gestures to another driver as well as intentionally tailgating or cutting off another vehicle. When an angry driver behaves in this manner, it can lead to a serious accident and injuries. If you have been... Read More

Recovering Damages from a Wrong-Way Driving Accident

Drivers who travel in the wrong direction can cause serious accidents. The injuries sustained are often severe and potentially life-threatening. If you have been injured or lost a loved one due to a wrong-way driver, you may be able to pursue accident benefits or take legal action against the negligent driver. A Windsor-based car accident... Read More

Suspect Arrested in Kingsville Hit-and-Run After Injuring Pedestrian

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested a suspect in connection to a hit-and-run in Kingsville that seriously injured a pedestrian last Tuesday. According to CBC News, a 55-year-old woman from Windsor struck an 89-year-old man from Leamington while he was attempting to cross Highway 3 near County Road 34. He was taken to the... Read More

Qualifying for Income Replacement Benefits If You Cannot Work After a Crash

If you have been involved in a crash and cannot work due to your injuries, you may be eligible for income replacement benefits. Your eligibility will depend on the extent of your injuries and the calculation of your income loss. These benefits are offered as part of Ontario’s Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABs), which every... Read More

Windsor Police Looking for Witnesses After Serious Crash on Ojibway Parkway

Windsor police are looking for anyone who may have witnessed a serious single-vehicle crash on Ojibway Parkway on March 23rd. According to the Windsor Star, the police and other emergency personnel responded to the street’s 4100 block in front of the Lou Romano Water Plant at about 2:45 p.m. A red Pontiac Montana van was found... Read More

Obtaining Compensation from the Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Fund

Ontario law requires all drivers on the road to be covered by a valid auto insurance policy. However, if you are involved in a crash and there is no insurance policy to access, you may still be eligible for compensation to help cover your injuries or property damage. The Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Fund (MVACF)... Read More

Who is Liable in a Crash with a Food Delivery Service Driver?

Food delivery services have become quite popular over the past several years. More people are becoming delivery drivers for companies such as Uber Eats, DoorDash and SkipTheDishes to earn extra income. But what happens if a food delivery driver for one of these services is involved in a crash? Who is liable for any injuries... Read More