Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on May 15, 2020 in Auto Accident News
Since Windsor declared a COVID-19 emergency in March, businesses are closed and people are staying home, resulting in less vehicles on the roadways and even less reported crashes. Auto insurance companies, however, continue to charge consumers with high premiums despite the Ontario government enabling insurers to provide driver rebates. In a discussion with Windsor Star,... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on May 14, 2020 in Auto Accident News
Car accident victims can suffer many different types of physical injuries, from broken bones or fractures to more serious injuries affecting the brain or spinal cord. Along with physical harm, victims can also suffer from emotional trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), that can significantly impact their daily lives and relationships with loved ones.... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on May 8, 2020 in Auto Accident News
A 40-year-old man from Windsor is dead and a 34-year-old woman from Chatman was hospitalized after a serious crash on Thursday morning in the small community of Lakeshore, just outside of Toronto. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to the accident scene where two vehicles collided at the intersection of Highway 77 and Lakeshore... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on April 28, 2020 in Personal Injury
After your case has settled, you might be wondering when you would be receiving your settlement check. Although you can ask your lawyer to give you an estimate as to when this check is expected to arrive, there are several steps that need to take place beforehand. This includes paying anyone that is owed money... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on April 27, 2020 in General Interest
In March, Dr. Dean Favot began experiencing strange symptoms. He lost his taste buds and his skin became unusually sensitive. He thought these symptoms would go away in a few days, but they did not. After just 10 days, he was in the intensive care unit being treated for COVID-19. He eventually needed a ventilator... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on April 24, 2020 in Auto Accident News
All drivers and passengers are required by law to wear their seatbelts while travelling on Ontario roadways. However, what happens when you become injured in a crash while not buckled in? Find out how not wearing a seatbelt could affect your potential lawsuit and being able to recover compensation. If you have a case, a... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on April 23, 2020 in Firm News
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Windsor-Essex County Branch has been seeking emergency financial assistance for its most at-risk clients due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Greg Monforton & Partners has proudly donated to the Mental Health Emergency Relief Fund, knowing that there is still a great deal of help needed as many clients rely regularly... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on April 20, 2020 in Auto Accident News
Due to the coronavirus, Rod Phillips, the Finance Minister of Ontario, has eliminated legal restrictions that now allows auto insurance companies to provide temporary rebates to drivers across the province. This decision comes after the Ontario government amended a regulation under the Insurance Act to help ease the financial strain being put on working individuals... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on April 16, 2020 in Auto Accident News
One person was taken to the local hospital on Wednesday morning, April 15th, with non-life threatening injuries after an accident at the intersection of County Roads 31 and 18 in Leamington. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Essex County responded to the scene at about 8:30 a.m. A black truck and a white car were... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on April 15, 2020 in Personal Injury
Duty of care is a key element in personal injury cases as it relates to negligence. It is a legal obligation to act in a reasonable manner to prevent harm to other people. To have a valid case and pursue compensation for your injury, you must be able to prove that the other side owed... Read More
