Category: MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS

It has been found that less and less Canadians cycle on the regular despite its many proven benefits to the overall health of a person. Additionally, it has also been found that areas with many cyclists experience less motor vehicle and cyclist collisions, in comparison to areas with less cyclists. This is likely because drivers in an area with more cyclists are used to being more cautious of cyclists, and because the cyclists in these areas are also provided with their own designated infrastructure. (more…)

A survey conducted last year has provided us with new statistics surrounding the correlation between marijuana usage people’s ability to safely navigate public roads in their motor vehicles. From the people who took the survey, a good portion admitted to having used marijuana. And among these, nearly forty percent admitted to operation a vehicle within merely two hours of smoking said marijuana. (more…)

The first steps you take after you have been involved in a motor vehicle collision are arguably the most important if you later decide to file a claim with your insurance company. Common misconceptions are the reason why many claims are later denied or settle for far less than the claimant would otherwise have been awarded. In order to prevent such issues from occurring in your future, we have gathered some of the most common misconception surrounding motor vehicle collisions that have taken place in Ontario and debunked them. (more…)

Finally obtaining that settlement money is oftentimes grounds for celebration for the plaintiff. That money will go into paying their medical bills, making up for lost income, and just generally putting their life back on track after it was disrupted by the accident. But will that settlement be taxed? (more…)

Any car owner in Sarnia that manages to get involved in a motor vehicle accident faces the prospect of struggling to complete a tedious process. Anyone that submits an auto accident claim in Sarnia should expect to deal with a pile of paperwork. Yet assistance with that particular task exists; it can be found in the offices of a personal injury lawyer. (more…)

Some car accident victims ask that question, because, in their eyes, texting seems like such an innocent action. Actually, it is not. Texting exemplifies the type of distraction that can present a danger to others. (more…)

Most people know which steps to take after a big scale car accident that involves broken glass, smashed in doors, smoke and bleeding drivers, but when it comes to far less serious accidents, many people wander in the dark. However, staying that uninformed can prove dangerous since you may end up facing serious consequences because you failed to report something that should have been reported. Following this comes a small guide that will help you figure out when and what to report: (more…)

Clearly, you should always report major vehicle collisions, but when it comes to certain other scenarios, you may be hesitant. However, it is vital to always make a report, and here is a list of reasons you should and potential consequences if you neglect to do so. (more…)

If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, you may already be aware of the complexity of the insurance claims process. In Ontario, we have no-fault insurance laws governing our insurance industry. (more…)

The losses for which a plaintiff might be compensated are the damages. Sometimes they are referred to as the compensable losses. The total value for all the damages suggests the amount that should be awarded to the injured party. (more…)