Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on March 5, 2021 in Auto Accident News
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, people are driving less, resulting in fewer cars on the roadways. Not only is traffic down, but the number of reported crashes has also decreased by more than half compared to previous years. Despite this, many auto insurance companies in the province have started to increase their rates... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on March 4, 2021 in Auto Accident News
Accidents often occur when road conditions are poor, making it riskier to drive safely. Snow and black ice can cause the roads to be slippery. A driver can easily lose control of his or her vehicle and cause a crash. On major highways, the injuries and damages that result could prove more severe and deadly.... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on February 18, 2021 in Auto Accident News
A single-vehicle accident can happen when a vehicle hits an object on the road, spins out without hitting anything, runs off the road or flips over. Since only one vehicle is involved in the accident, you may be wondering if pursuing compensation will be difficult since another party was not involved. There may not have... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on February 4, 2021 in Auto Accident News
Drivers who attempt to beat a red light by going faster versus reducing their speed and coming to a complete stop can cause a serious accident. Running a led light can be dangerous for other drivers, passengers, pedestrians and bicyclists sharing the roadway. These accidents are also quite common, but entirely preventable. If you have been injured... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on January 28, 2021 in Auto Accident News
After losing a loved one in a car accident, you may be eligible to receive death and funeral benefits from his or her insurance company. These benefits are available under Ontario’s Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS) and can be sought in addition to compensation through a wrongful death claim. Our legal team at Greg Monforton... Read More
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One person is dead and four people were injured after a serious collision involving a passenger vehicle and a transport truck Wednesday night in Leamington. According to BlackburnNews.com, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to the accident scene on County Road 18 between Highway 77 and Morse Road around 7:10 p.m. One passenger in the... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on January 21, 2021 in Auto Accident News
Left-turn collisions often happen at intersections and stop signs. One driver may be going straight through the intersection while another driver is attempting to make a left-hand turn at the light. The driver going straight thinks he or she has the right of way. At the same time, the driver turning left thinks the driver... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on January 4, 2021 in Auto Accident News
If you are involved in an accident with a stolen vehicle, you may be confused about who will cover your damages, especially if the thief flees the scene and cannot be located or identified. The owner of the vehicle is often an innocent party and generally cannot be found liable, which means you will likely... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on December 18, 2020 in Auto Accident News
Car accidents can leave drivers unsure of how to pursue a claim related to their injuries or property damage. When a crash occurs on private property, establishing who may be liable for damages can be even more challenging. Certain rules that apply on public roadways may not apply for privately-owned property. Nonetheless, you may still... Read More
Posted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on December 1, 2020 in Auto Accident News
Leasing a car may be a good option if you are not quite ready to buy. It allows you to drive a brand new car for a fixed period with lower monthly and down payment costs. There are many situations that make leasing a car advantageous, but there are also other factors to consider, such... Read More