Auto Accident News Blog

Why Do Ontario SUV Crashes With Smaller Vehicles Have a Higher Risk of Serious Injury?

There are many benefits to driving an SUV or large pickup truck. You can often transport more people than you could in a smaller passenger vehicle. SUVs and larger pickup trucks also have more cargo room. Large vehicles like these also offer much more protection in a crash. Unfortunately, the extra protection often comes at... Read More

I Was Injured in a Windsor Brake-Checking Crash. Can I File a Claim For Compensation?

No driver likes it when another car follows too closely. However, some drivers get so angry about it they decide to slam on the brakes to scare the tailgating driver. The goal is to get the trailing driver to narrowly avoid a rear-end crash and back off. Unfortunately, sometimes there is no way to avoid... Read More

Can You File a Windsor, ON Car Accident Claim if the Other Driver Had a Heart Attack?

Sometimes drivers cause car accidents because they suffered a heart attack, stroke or some other sudden medical emergency. These drivers or their insurance companies may claim they bear no liability for injuries and damages because of the medical crisis that occurred. The argument may sound reasonable until you consider the possibility that the driver had... Read More

Crash Involving an SUV and Tractor-Trailer in Lakeshore Causes One Death

There was a fatal collision in Lakeshore last night on County Road 42. The collision involved an SUV and a tractor-trailer and it is under investigation by Lakeshore provincial police. The SUV driver, who was from Windsor, was just 20 years old. The driver was severely injured in the crash and died from these injuries... Read More

Can I File a Windsor Car Accident Claim if the At-Fault Driver Died in the Crash?

Negligent drivers not only put others on the road in danger but also themselves. Sometimes these drivers cause crashes that claim their own lives, while the victim is left seriously injured. Victims and their families may wonder how the at-fault driver’s death may impact their ability to seek compensation for their damages. They may even... Read More

37-Year-Old in Critical Condition After Three-Vehicle Crash on Chatham Overpass

There was a serous three-vehicle crash on a Chatham overpass in the early morning hours on Saturday. One of the people involved was critically injured and remains hospitalized. The crash happened on Bloomfield Road shortly before 3:30 a.m. Two vehicles heading in opposite directions collided. Not long after that, a third vehicle hit one of... Read More

Ontario Special Investigations Unit Evaluating Monday’s Fatal Collision in Downtown Windsor

There was a fatal collision on Monday morning in downtown Windsor that claimed the lives of two teenagers. The crash happened at Glengarry Avenue and Riverside Drive East around 1:20 a.m. The crash is being evaluated by Ontario’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU). They say Windsor police were trying to get a Dodge Charger to stop... Read More

Why Do I Have a Migraine Headache After a Car Accident in Windsor, Ontario?

Most of us do not make too big of a deal out of headaches. They usually go away within one day. Headaches after car crashes, including migraine headaches, are another matter. Migraines could be a symptom of a traumatic brain injury. Greg Monforton and Partners discusses how Windsor car crashes could cause migraine headaches, what... Read More

Who Should I Call First After a Windsor Car Crash: A Lawyer or the Insurance Company?

Crash victims often have a lot of questions. They may think about calling the insurance company or debate calling a lawyer before the insurance company. If you were injured in a crash and are unsure about who to call first, review the pros and cons of both options below. We also discuss what to do... Read More

Why Overly Cautious Drivers Can be Just as Dangerous as Aggressive Drivers

Most of us know the dangers of reckless driving, but what about the risks of extreme caution? While it might sound counterintuitive, driving too slowly or making an unexpected stop could be just as dangerous as exceeding the speed limit or not respecting another driver’s right of way. Find out about the dangers of overly... Read More