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Fatal Accident on Walpole Island Leaves Two Dead

Two bicyclists are dead following a collision on Walpole Island. According to Ontario Provincial Police, the cyclists were struck by a vehicle early Wednesday morning just before 5 a.m. The driver of the vehicle was also taken to hospital with serious injuries. River Road is closed between Firehall Road and Austin Road while officials investigate... Read More

What Are the Steps in an Ontario Personal Injury Lawsuit?

If you have suffered a personal injury due to another’s negligence, you may have grounds to file a personal injury lawsuit to pursue compensation. The problem is the legal process can be complex and confusing to try to manage on your own. That is why it is in your best interest to have an experienced... Read More

Two Injured When Impaired Boater Crashes into Break Wall

Police reported that on Saturday night, a Michigan man operating a boat struck a break wall in Tecumseh. According to Windsor News, the police, Tecumseh fire department and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) were all called to the 1400 block of Riverside Drive near Manning Road at about 11:45 p.m. that night. Upon arriving at the... Read More

Windsor Police Investigating Two Hit-and-Run Crashes on Same Day

Two hit-and-run crashes happened on late Wednesday afternoon in Windsor, including one involving a child on a bicycle. Police are asking anyone with details about either incident to call. Windsor Police are asking anyone with details about either incident to call 519-255-6700, ext 4000, or make an anonymous report on the Crime Stoppers website. Motorcyclist... Read More

Proving the At-Fault Driver Was Drowsy During the Collision

People who get behind the wheel and drive while drowsy can cause a serious collision. While victims of these crashes may think they have a strong case, obtaining evidence of drowsy driving presents its own unique challenges. Most people may not even realize how tired or fatigued they are after a long day at work... Read More

Windsor Councillor Says Effective Change Needed to Slow Traffic

Following two recent traffic incidents where children were struck by vehicles within days of each other, residents are requesting immediate efforts to improve safety and slow traffic down. Windsor’s Ward 4 City Councillor says he has received a flood of calls from residents after these two latest traffic incidents involving children. He admits that residents... Read More

Why You Should Not Discuss Your Case with Your Doctor

It can be tempting to discuss your ongoing personal injury case with your doctor, but there are several reasons why you should not. Sharing any legal advice or communications you have had with your lawyer can have serious repercussions. You do not want to say or do anything that could jeopardize your case. The best... Read More

Partner Jennifer Bezaire Making Guest Appearance for AM800 Radio’s Experts on Call

On Saturday, June 11th at 2 p.m. our partner Jennifer Bezaire will be making a guest appearance on the AM800 radio show, Experts on Call. AM800 is the leading Windsor radio station presenting the news and other business and local events. Experts on Call is an hour-long show that provides an opportunity for Windsor-Essex professionals... Read More

Child Injured in Riverside Drive Crash on Sunday

A child sustained serious injuries on Sunday afternoon following a collision near Riverside Drive and Langlois Avenue. The crash occurred around 4 p.m. and involved a motor vehicle and a pedestrian, according to a Windsor police spokesperson. The child was transported to hospital. Windsor Star reported that Riverside Drive remained closed to traffic between Parent... Read More

Challenges of Securing Accident Benefits for a Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are some of the most common car accident injuries. These injuries can range from mild concussions to more severe injuries leading to permanent and irreversible brain damage. However, current law makes it harder for Ontario car accident victims to obtain accident benefits for life-altering brain injuries. There are a lot of... Read More