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Deadly Four-Vehicle Crash in Chatham-Kent Under Investigation

Two people died Friday evening in a four-vehicle crash on Queen’s Line in Chatham, Ontario. Four other vehicle occupants were also injured in this collision. Chatham-Kent police responded to the deadly Queen’s Line crash around 7 p.m. at Dillon Road. According to CTV News Windsor, police say the crash occurred when a 27-year-old Windsor man... Read More

Ontario Provincial Police Laid 9,392 Charges During Canada Road Safety Week

Canada Road Safety Week lasted six days and ended on Monday, with Ontario Provincial Police laying 9,392 charges, including 8,020 for speeding. OPP also responded to 935 crashes on the roads they patrolled and laid 138 charges for stunt driving, 216 for impaired driving, and 177 for distracted driving. Drivers and passengers were also issued... Read More

Can You Seek Compensation for a Crash if the Airbags Did Not Deploy?

If you were hurt in a crash and your airbag did not deploy, you may be unsure if you are able to seek compensation for your injuries. Depending on your situation, you may have a claim against the vehicle or airbag manufacturer and other liable parties. Reach out to one of our experienced Windsor-based car... Read More

What Are the Leading Causes of Motorcycle Crashes in Ontario Canada?

With warmer weather coming, more motorcycles will be on city streets, roads and highways. This can leave motorcyclists more susceptible to serious injuries in an accident with other motor vehicles. Motorcycle safety is a top priority for the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). While May is the start of peak riding season, it is also Motorcycle... Read More

Study Reveals Increase of Poor Driving Behaviours Amid Pandemic

A recent study from the University of Windsor revealed that driving behaviours deteriorated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Not only was there an increase in dangerous driving habits, but drivers also distanced themselves from acknowledging their own bad practices. The study is co-authored by University of Windsor Francesco Biondi, associate professor of kinesiology, and graduate student... Read More

Nine Traffic Fatalities Reported in Essex County This Year

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) released statistics today on the number of vehicle fatalities in the region. So far this year, Essex County OPP has responded to a total of six fatal collisions in 2022. These collisions have resulted in nine deaths. These numbers are only slightly less compared to the same time in 2021, when... Read More

Senior Associate Joanna Sweet and Partner Jennifer Bezaire at OTLA Panel Discussion

Our senior associate Joanna Sweet is co chair of the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association Spring Conference and the moderator of a panel discussion regarding the civil trial backlog and moving forward since the pandemic. Our partner Jennifer Bezaire is a panelist. Here are Joanna and Jen in action at the conference. Joanna is seated at... Read More

How Long Does It Take to Resolve a Court Case in Ontario?

It is difficult to estimate the average time it takes to resolve a case because there are various factors involved. Most personal injury cases are settled before they reach the court, and this often happens after anywhere from a few to several months. If a settlement is not reached, it may be necessary to go... Read More

Fatal Multi-Car Crash Closes Queens Line in Tilbury

Chatham-Kent police say one person suffered fatal injuries and another was badly injured in a crash that happened early Monday morning on Queens Line in Tilbury. According to a report in Windsor News, emergency crews responded to a two-vehicle crash at about 6:56 a.m. Monday morning near Davidson Road. As a result of the crash,... Read More

Partner Jennifer Bezaire on OTLA Panel to Discuss LAT Updates

Jennifer Bezaire will be one of three other lawyers speaking in an upcoming panel discussion sponsored by the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA). This event is scheduled to take place online, Wednesday, May 25, 2022, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. The purpose of this roundtable discussion is to help to provide ongoing updates and insight regarding the... Read More