Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on March 25, 2014 in General Interest
In a recent announcement, the Canadian Automobile Association South Central Ontario (CAASCA) has launched its yearly “Worst Roads” campaign, which allows motorists throughout the region to vote for local roads that are in dire need of repair. The campaign not only helps the CAA to promote safer driving to motorists in the region, but also... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on March 21, 2014 in General Interest
Warning that it would unquestionably jeopardize the safety of passersby, Ottawa is urging Windsor not to remove the protective sidewalk scaffolding that for years has surrounded the Paul Martin building in the downtown. In a letter to city engineer Mario Sonego dated March 11, Public Works and Government Services Canada regional director Silvano Mason advises... Read More
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On March 20, 2014, the United States Justice Department announced that Toyota will pay a $1.2 billion penalty to settle the unintended acceleration problems that led to the recall of 8.1 million vehicles in 2009. “Today, we can say for certain that Toyota intentionally concealed information and misled the public about the safety issues behind... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on March 20, 2014 in Auto Accident News
A new survey by insurance company Kanetix.ca and polling firm Leger Marketing revealed that eight out of 10 Canadians believe that texting and driving should be criminalized. More than 50 percent believe that any form of distracted driving should be illegal. Just last month Ontarios distracted driving fines increased by more than $100 and drivers... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on March 19, 2014 in Auto Accident News
With a recent decision having been made to increase the fines imposed on distracted drivers throughout Ontario, our very own Greg Monforton was asked by CBC News to weigh in on the topic and provide some valuable insight on the subject. To view the entire segment, simply click the image to the left. If you... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on March 16, 2014 in Auto Accident News
A New Jersey man involved in a head-on crash that took the life of a Windsor woman may soon face trial on a charge of vehicular manslaughter. Michael Dalessio, 31, appeared in court this month in Warren County, New Jersey, according to The Express-Times. Hes awaiting a grand jury decision on whether theres evidence to... Read More
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A young girl was transported to hospital after being struck by a vehicle in central Windsor Saturday afternoon. Police said a six-year-old girl collided with a vehicle headed southbound in the 2100 block of Dougall Avenue shortly after noon. Northbound traffic was backed up due to a train and the girl was attempting to cross... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on March 14, 2014 in Auto Accident News
As more and more information regarding the GM recall continues to come out, Transport Canada is investigating a fatal car accident that may be linked to the same ignition switch failure that led to 12 deaths in the United States. According to the federal department, there has been one complaint in Canada involving a crash... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on March 12, 2014 in Auto Accident News
In January 2014, a freight train crashed into a semi-trailer at the intersection of Highway 7 and Wellington Road 29. Although there were no serious personal injuries, townsfolk called for increased safety measures at the intersection. The space between the intersections stop line and the beginning of the train tracks is 62 feet. However, many... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on March 11, 2014 in General Interest
On Saturday March 8, 2014, Malaysian Airlines flight MH370 suddenly disappeared over the South China Sea. The Boeing aircraft was carrying 227 passengers and 12 crew members when it seems to have suddenly vanished. Since its disappearance, the Federal Bureau of Investigations and Interpol have been working together with Chinese and Malaysian officials to determine... Read More
