Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on May 18, 2017 in Truck Accidents
A collision with a large truck or tractor trailer can cause devastating consequences. The chances of suffering a serious or fatal injury are significantly increased because of the sheer size and weight of commercial trucks. If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a truck accident, it is in your best interest... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on May 17, 2017 in Auto Accident News
With summer approaching, many Canadians will likely be setting out on road trips to see many of the country’s beautiful landscapes. Whether you are planning a summer road trip or will simply be traveling around Windsor, follow these road safety rules and safe driving tips to help ensure a safe and enjoyable summer that is... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on May 10, 2017 in Insurance Law
Ontario has a no-fault car insurance system, which means your insurance company will always pay your benefits after an accident, regardless of who is at fault. This means that even if you were not responsible for an accident, you will file a claim with your own insurance company rather than the at-fault party’s insurer. This... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on May 8, 2017 in Personal Injury
Filing a personal injury claim is an important step for obtaining justice and compensation if you have been injured because of the actions of another. The process, however, can be complicated. Many injury victims have several questions about the process and are unsure of what their next steps should be. To help, our Windsor personal... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on May 2, 2017 in Bicycle Accidents
Cycling is a popular activity throughout Windsor and Ontario during the warmer months. However, it is also very dangerous. Every year, approximately 7,500 cyclists are seriously injured, according to Statistics Canada. In a report released by the Ontario chief coroner in 2012, 100 per cent of the 129 bicycle accident deaths that occurred in the... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on April 26, 2017 in Firm News
Volunteers come in many diverse forms, from volunteering regularly with a local nonprofit organization to simply donating to a food drive or shoveling snow from a neighbour’s driveway. This week, during National Volunteer Week, recognized April 23 to 29, Greg Monforton & Partners is taking time to recognize our staff and the many ways they... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on April 24, 2017 in Auto Accident News
Statistics recently released by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) show that 2016 was a particularly deadly year on OPP-patrolled roads, trails and waterways. OPP reported increases in deaths across the board, from automobile accidents to boaters and paddlers and snowmobilers. One common theme noted throughout the report is that dangerous, careless behaviours played a role... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on April 18, 2017 in Motorcycle Accidents
A motorcyclist was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries Tuesday after hitting a wild turkey, losing control of the bike and colliding with a transport truck on Highway 3. According to Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), the accident occurred around 7:30 a.m. at the intersection with Oldcastle Road between Walker Road and Sexton Side Road. Police reported... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on April 11, 2017 in Auto Accident News
Seat belt-related fatalities have reached a 20-year low according to the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). There has been a steady decline in seat belt-related deaths in recent years. OPP reports that 45 people were killed in seat belt-related auto accidents in 2016, which is one less than the number recorded in 2015. Last year was... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on April 10, 2017 in Motorcycle Accidents
Two people were transported to the hospital Sunday evening with life-threatening injuries after the motorcycle they were riding was struck by another vehicle. According to Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), the accident occurred around 6 p.m. at the intersection of North Talbot Road and County Road 27 when a brown four-door Ford sedan struck the Harley... Read More
