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Currently under Stage 3 of Ontario’s COVID-19 reopening plan, many Canadians are back to work after several months working remotely. After so much time indoors, it’s easy for drivers to feel rusty and lazy behind the wheel. Nevertheless, staying aware of the Ontario distracted driving law is important any time, even more so after lockdown. […]

Ontario driving penalties are currently the severest they’ve ever been – and with good reason. In 2016, the Ontario Provincial Police claimed distracted driving was the number one cause of fatal road collisions in Ontario1. The most recent stats (2013) posted on the Government of Ontario website state that one person is injured in a […]

Averaging nine hours of sunshine per day and a temperature of 17°C 1, June is a great time to cycle in Ottawa – or is it? Two-wheel enthusiasts could be forgiven for thinking twice about strapping on their crash helmets and reaching for their handlebars following four local cycling deaths last year. A tally that […]

If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury, you may feel overwhelmed by emotional trauma and medical bills, and not know where to start when it comes to dealing with insurance, submitting claims, and attaining benefits. This is why having a dedicated personal injury lawyer with catastrophic impairment experience is so important.  Catastrophic Impairment […]

Accidents can happen to anyone, resulting in catastrophic injuries that can change you and your family’s life forever. If you’ve been the victim of a serious accident, it’s important to know how your personal injury classifies, as it will affect the benefits you are eligible for and the compensation you can receive.  What constitutes a catastrophic impairment?  In Ontario, […]

If you’ve suffered injuries as a result of a motor vehicle accident, you may have applied for accident benefits. Statutory Accident Benefits are coverages provided by law under every auto insurance policy in Ontario. Statutory Accident Benefits provide compensation, regardless of fault, if you, your passengers, or pedestrians, suffer injury or death in motor vehicle collision.  […]

If you’ve been injured in a motor vehicle accident in the past two years, the time to act is now!  Injuries arising from a motor vehicle collision can appear immediately, or slowly over time. Sometimes, motor vehicle collision victims don’t know the extent of their injuries until days, weeks or even months after the incident. Elsewhere, an injured person may be hesitant to seek the advice of a legal professional. […]

With the developing COVID-19 pandemic, people are self-isolating under the strict order to stay home. With many people off work or working from home and only venturing out for essentials like groceries, we are seeing far less drivers on the road. While you’d think the lack of traffic would make for a safer journey, unfortunately […]

Can I tell my lawyer the whole truth? If you or a loved one requires legal assistance, it’s important to be honest with your lawyer about all the facts related to your case. Remember, your lawyer is on your side, and being up front and forthcoming about all details related to your case is a […]