Personal Injury Blog

Tips for Filing a Claim After a Slip and Fall Accident

Slip and fall accidents are common throughout Windsor and Ontario, especially during the winter season when hazards like snow and ice are prevalent. If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident, it may be possible to obtain compensation through a slip and fall lawsuit. The experienced slip and fall accident lawyers at... Read More

Important Documents for Proving Your Personal Injury Case

In order to file a claim for an accident or injury caused by another’s negligent actions, the injury victim must be able to provide evidence that his or her injuries were directly caused by the other party’s actions. When building your claim, it is important to gather as much evidence as possible to prove your... Read More

Who Can Collect Damages from a Wrongful Death Claim?

The wrongful death of a loved one is a tragic and overwhelming experience that can leave you at a loss for what to do next. Although it is likely not your first priority, it may be possible to file a lawsuit seeking damages for your loved one’s death. Under Ontario’s Family Law Act, surviving family... Read More

Reasons to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer

The moments, days and months following an accident can be overwhelming. You may be wondering if you need to hire a personal injury lawyer or if you can file a claim on your own. Although there is no requirement that you hire a personal injury lawyer to handle your claim, there are certain situations in... Read More

Who is Liable for a Dog Bite or Attack?

A dog bite or attack can be a traumatizing experience that can leave a victim with lasting physical and emotional scars. In Ontario, the victim may be entitled to compensation and can hold the dog’s owner liable for any harm that resulted. Victims who have suffered a dog bite or any type of attack from... Read More

OPP Prepare to Catch Drunk Boaters at Jobbie Nooner

Police on both sides of the border are geared up to patrol local waterways with zero tolerance for drunken boaters during Friday’s Jobbie Nooner party on Lake St. Clair. Jobbie Nooner is held the last Friday in June and the second Saturday in September. It is considered the largest boat party in the American Midwest,... Read More

Police Say Alcohol May Have Played a Role in ATV Accident

Amherstburg police believe a weekend ATV accident that led to injuries was caused by alcohol impairment. Around 12:30 a.m. Monday morning, two people were thrown off an ATV. The accident occurred near the 4900 block of the 4th concession. According to police, a 41-year-old man was driving with a 38-year-old female passenger at the front... Read More

The Role of Negligence in Personal Injury Claims

Negligence is an important part of many personal injury lawsuits. Many claims hinge on the concept in order to show that another person caused an accident that lead to your injuries. While in some cases it may seem simple enough to prove that the other party was negligent and at-fault, proving so in a court... Read More

Seven Steps to Take After a Slip and Fall Accident

With winter fast-approaching, your chance of a slip and fall accident could increase. Injuries may occur and you could find yourself with mounting medical bills and lost wages. Here are seven steps you should take after a slip and fall accident: Receive medical attention It is imperative to seek medical treatment immediately after a slip... Read More

How Does Whiplash Occur?

Whiplash is one of the most common injuries drivers and passengers involved in a car accident may suffer. Although the injury is most common in rear-end accidents, the sudden impact of a vehicle colliding into another can cause the jerking movement that often leads to whiplash injuries. In simpler terms, whiplash is an over-extension of... Read More