Ontario Law Firm Blog

Eliminate Jury Trials to Lessen COVID-19 Court Delays

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Windsor injury lawyer Greg Monforton today announced that he and all 12 lawyers in his law firm have responded to a call for input by Attorney General Doug Downey by publicly supporting an initiative to eliminate civil jury trials in Ontario courts. Monforton is a past president of the Ontario Trial Lawyers... Read More

Settling a Claim If the Other Driver’s Insurer Will Not Pay My Damages

If you have been in a car accident that was not your fault, the other driver’s insurance company is supposed to cover the cost of medical bills, vehicle repairs and other related expenses up to his or her policy limits. Unfortunately, even if you have a valid claim, the other driver’s insurer may refuse to... Read More

Firm Partner Jennifer Bezaire to Appear in Experts on Call Show on AM800 Radio

This Saturday, June 13th, our partner Jennifer Bezaire will make a guest appearance on the Experts on Call show on radio station AM800. The one hour program begins at 10 a.m. Jennifer will discuss a number of legal issues including COVID caused business interruption losses, suing during the pandemic and other timely topics. Read More

Serious Collision In Chatham-Kent Involving an ATV and a Motorcycle

Two people were transported to the hospital Sunday evening with serious injuries following a crash between an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and a motorcycle. The Chatham-Kent Police Service and other first emergency services responded to the accident scene on Charing Cross Road near Middle Line at around 6:50 p.m. Both vehicles were travelling in the southbound... Read More

Getting Compensation for Loss of Earning Capacity After a Personal Injury

If you have been injured in an accident due to another person’s negligence, you may be eligible to pursue compensation to help cover any financial losses you have suffered. One of these losses could include loss of earning capacity. Unlike medical expenses and lost wages, recouping the future loss of income due to an injury... Read More

Several Emergency Responders Called to a Multi-Vehicle Collision in Tecumseh

A multi-vehicle collision in Tecumseh on Thursday afternoon has left investigators wondering how the crash happened. Emergency crews, including several ambulances, responded to the accident scene on Walker Road and North Talbot Road at around 4:30 p.m. Tecumseh Fire and Rescue confirmed through Twitter that four vehicles in total were involved. Vehicle extrication was not... Read More

Determining Liability When Someone Borrows Your Car

Letting a friend or family member borrow your car may seem like an innocent gesture. However, handing over the keys can have a significant impact on your insurance. Drivers need to understand their responsibilities as a car owner and the person who is borrowing your car also needs to be aware of his or her... Read More

Will My Case Go To Court?

The majority of personal injury cases are settled out of court. However, if a fair settlement cannot be reached between both parties, it may be necessary to head to court and have a judge or jury decide the case. This entire process could take months or years, depending on the case. Our Windsor personal injury... Read More

How Can I Be Compensated if Injured in a Hit-and-Run?

It is illegal in Canada to leave the scene of an accident if it resulted in property damage, injury or death. Unfortunately, sometimes drivers can cause a crash and then flee the scene, often because they are uninsured or are trying to escape from any financial liability. This can leave victims unsure if they may... Read More

Cyclist Hospitalized With Serious Injuries After Being Hit on Walker Road

A cyclist was rushed to the local hospital in serious condition after an incident late Saturday afternoon, May 17th. Windsor police were called to the intersection of Walker Road and Richmond Street for a report of a cyclist being hit by a motor vehicle at around 5:15 p.m. The victim still remains hospitalized. The intersection... Read More