Ontario Law Firm Blog

Female Pedestrian Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash

There was a hit-and-run collision on Tuesday evening around 6 p.m. at Tecumseh Road East and Drouillard Road. The victim, a 51-year-old woman, suffered severe injuries and was taken to the hospital where she died. Police found and arrested the driver suspected of causing the crash and fleeing the scene. The police had to close... Read More

Evaluating Fault for a Crash Caused by Failing to Use a Turn Signal

Drivers need to take reasonable precautions to help reduce the risk of a crash. One of those reasonable precautions is to use their turn signals before turning or changing lanes. Your turn signals alert other drivers of your intent to turn or change lanes, which gives them time to slow down. The problem is many... Read More

Why Injured Victims Are Often Unable to Work at Their Jobs

Some injured victims may think they can tough it out and continue working while they are recovering. However, an injury could make it very difficult to continue working in the same capacity as before. You may need to limit your hours, avoid certain activities, take frequent breaks or take other steps to make it possible... Read More

Could Vaccine Hesitancy Make Drivers More Likely to Ignore Traffic Laws?

Could those who are unvaccinated against COVID-19 be at higher risk for getting into a car crash? A new study says there may be an increased risk of these people getting into auto accidents. The study, which was published in The American Journal of Medicine this month, says traffic accidents may be 50 to 70... Read More

What Should You Do if the At-Fault Driver Lies About What Happened in the Crash?

Sometimes the driver who caused the crash may decide to lie to the police and his or her insurance company. He or she is hoping to avoid being held financially liable for the damages caused by the crash. At-fault drivers also want to avoid receiving a traffic citation for breaking traffic laws. The at-fault driver’s... Read More

What Drivers Should Know About Liability for Crashes in Roundabouts in Windsor

Many times, drivers get into situations where they are unsure about who has the right of way. This confusion often results in accidents and those involved may be unsure about who is at fault. They may accuse each other of being at fault. Below, our experienced lawyers discuss what you need to know about liability... Read More

Greg Monforton and Partners Taking Part in Adopt-a-Family Program for The Holiday Season

Our firm is adopting two families of four this holiday season through the Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Foundation. When a family gets sponsored, a wish list is provided to the sponsor. The list includes clothing, toys and household items. Each holiday season, the Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Foundation helps more than 750 families by providing food, clothing,... Read More

How is Fault Determined After a Right-Turn Crash in Ontario?

Right turns are not as dangerous as left turns. You are not turning in front of traffic that is heading in the opposite direction. Even if you pull out into the intersection too soon, you can speed up and other drivers can slow down to try to prevent a crash. However, if you are making... Read More

University of Windsor Building Greg Monforton & Partners Lecture Hall

The Ron W. Ianni building, which houses the University of Windsor Faculty of Law, is being completely rebuilt to provide better spaces for teaching, learning and collaboration. This $35,000,000 building transformation is nearing completion and we were recently honoured to receive an invitation to see the construction progress, and in particular to get our first... Read More

Commercial Vehicle Crash Near Kingsville Sends Several to Hospital

There was a crash around 4 p.m. last Wednesday near Kingsville. The collision on Highway 3 near County Road 8 involved a passenger vehicle and commercial vehicle. Several of those in the passenger vehicle had to be taken to the hospital, one of the victims had life-threatening injuries. The other two occupants of the passenger... Read More