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PERSONAL INJURY ARTICLES

Remember these articles provide general information on Ontario Accident Law and cannot constitute legal advice.  To obtain legal advice relating to your situation, please use the free consultation form to request a meeting with a personal injury lawyer.

  • Ottawa Car Accident Claims

Steps to Take After an Ottawa Car Accident

Investigating an Ottawa Collision

Does your Ottawa Car Accident Meet the Threshold

Auto Accident Benefits for Ottawa Accident Victims

Ottawa Accident against Driver with No Insurance

Important Answers About Ontario Statutory Accident Benefits

Air Bag Safety in Ontario

Claims Against the At-Fault Driver in Ontario

Kids Car Safety Boost

Seat Belt Syndrome

Statutory Accident Benefits in Ontario

Death Benefits After a Fatal Car Accident

Insurance Coverage in Ontario

Has Your Car Been Damaged in an Ontario Accident

Ontario Accident Benefits:  Home, Work and Vehicle Accomodation

Inherent Danger: Texting and Driving

Testifying at the At-Fault Driver's Trial

Kingston Car Accident Claims

Kingston Slip and Fall Accident Claim

  • Ottawa Bicycle Claims

Traumatic Brain Injury Claims in Ottawa

Ottawa Bicycle Lawyers- Cycling Injuries 

Ottawa Injury- How Cycling Accidents Happen

Ottawa Bicycle Laws

  • Ontario Legal Process for Accidents

Compensation for Fatal Accidents in Ontario

How Much is My Ontario Accident Worth?

Ontario Family Law Act Claim

Ontario Affidavits of Documents

Ottawa Settlement Conferences

Examination for Discovery in Ontario

Understanding the Role of the Ontario Insurance Adjuster

Don't Settle Your Ottawa Personal Injury Claim TOO Quickly

Be Mindful of the Ontario Limitation Period for Your Accident Case

Tracking the Impact of Your Ottawa Injuries on Your Life

Damages for Pain and Suffering in an Ottawa Personal Injury Claim

Calculating Your Economic Loss After an Ontario Accident

Don't wreck Your Ottawa Accident Case.  Tell Your Lawyer the Truth

What Kind of Damages Can You Claim After an Ontario Accident?

  • Types of Ontario Injuries

Winning an Ottawa Chronic Pain/ Fibromyalgia Case

Ottawa Spinal Cord Injuries, Ottawa Brain Injuries

Spinal Cord Injuries, Ottawa Resources

Ottawa Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorde after an Ontario Accident

Information about Ontario Spinal Cord Injuries

Brain Injury for Ontario Accident Victims

Traumatic Brain Injury Statistics

Ottawa Accident Knee Injuries

Information on Ontario Neck Injuries

What is a Physiatrist?

Whiplash claims in Ontario 

5 Tips to Make the Most of Your Doctor's Appointments

What is a Physiotherapist?

Bone Fractures from an Accident

What is an Occupational Therapist?

  • Other Ontario Accident Issues

Ottawa Amusement Park Injuries

Compensation for Ontario Injuries as a Senior Citizen

3 Surprising Facts about Ontario Accident Claims

7 Misconceptions About Ottawa Personal Injury Claims

29 Tips for Getting a Fair Settlement for your Ottawa Motor Vehicle Injuries

Beyond Ottawa Car Accidents...

Fair Compensation for Ottawa Victims of Sexual Abuse 

Injured on an Escalator?  Do you have an Ontario Accident Claim?

What Ontario Limitation Period Applies to My Case?

Remember these articles provide general information and cannot constitute legal advice.  To obtain legal advice relating to your situation, please use the free consultation form to request a meeting with a personal injury lawyer.

 
ACCIDENT TYPES

Motor Vehicle AccidentsInjured in an Ontario car accident, truck accident, pedestrian accident, bicycle accident or motorcycle accident?  We can help you with a law suit against the at-fault driver for pain and suffering and with your claim for statutory accident benefits (no fault benefits).

Bodily InjuryIf you have slipped, tripped, fallen or been bitten by a dog in Ontario, we can help you obtain damages for your injuries. 

Medical MistakesA mishap in the hospital, a failure to diagnose, a delayed diagnosis, phamacy mistake, nursing errors, surgical errors or other negligent medical care can result in a claim for compensation.

Dangerous ProductProducts that injure their users can give rise to liability and damages.  Drugs with bad side effects, negligently designed products or packaging, protective gear that does not work-- these are just some examples of product liability claims Auger Hollingsworth will prosecute.

Gas, Chemical, Electrical and other Burn InjuryWhen chemicals spill or gas tanks explode there may be claims for compensation against large corporations or the government entities that are supposed to regulate these industries. 

CrimeVictims of sexual assault (rape, molestation) as a child or adult may have a claim for compensation.  Victims of other forms of violence or criminal negligence may also have claims.

Dog Bites / Animal AttacksIf you are injured by an animal, you may be entitled to compensation.  Animal scratches, animal attacks, animal bites may all be compensable.

A Complete List

 
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AN OTTAWA ACCIDENT LAWYER WITH A DIFFERENCE

Here are 17 important reasons why Ottawa clients ask Brenda Hollingsworth to represent them when dealing with their insurance companies and handling their Ottawa personal injury claims... And why we hope you will too!

Reason #1: National Reputation. Ottawa lawyers Richard and Brenda are well-known for their meticulous preparation, fearsome cross-examinations and relentless legal research. They win cases that other lawyers might lose because they take time to thoroughly prepare their cases.

Reason #2: Skilled Trial Lawyers. Ottawa lawyers Richard and Brenda are no strangers to the court room. The only way to become a skilled advocate is to go to court. Richard and Brenda have years of in-court experience, which gives them a significant advantage over many lawyers.

Reason #3: Multiple Perspectives. Ottawa Injury Lawyers Richard and Brenda's experience extends to criminal defense and business law, in addition to their practice in personal injury and wrongful death. As a result, they have both in-depth criminal and civil court room experience, which they use to provide their clients the best possible representation inside the court and out.

Reason #4: Media Resource. Ottawa injury lawyers Richard and Brenda provide information and interviews to the media on a regular basis. Editors and producers have come to rely on them as authorities in their fields of law.

Reason #5: Ontario-wide Representation. Ottawa injury lawyers Richard and Brenda proudly represent victims of accidental injuries throughout Ontario. With today's technology, they are no longer limited to local areas near their office. To the contrary, they can provide a high level of client service and competent representation even when their client is hundreds of kilometers away.

Reason #6: Education Excellence. Ottawa injury lawyers Richard and Brenda both distinguished themselves in their law school graduating class at the University of Ottawa, Faculty of Common Law. Richard graduated Cum Laude and Brenda graduated Magna Cum Laude.

Reason #7: Training Excellence. Ottawa injury lawyer Richard gained experience working in the well-known legal firms of McCarthy Tétrault; Greenspan White; and Edelson & Associates. The exposure and access to Canada's leading criminal practitioners provided him with unparalleled at-trial training and experience. Ottawa lawyer Brenda practiced at Blake, Cassels & Graydon for many years, a well-regarded tier-one firm. Brenda has maintained her close relationship with Blakes, frequently receiving files or agency work. After Blakes, Brenda practiced at a top Bay Street litigation boutique, Genest Murray. Genest Murray's practice was almost exclusively personal injury, from both a plaintiff and defence perspective.

Their tenure in these reputable firms also enabled Brenda and Richard to develop keen preparation skills and sharpen their innate researching skills.

Reason #8: Track Record of Success. Ottawa injury lawyers Richard and Brenda consistently achieve favorable results for the types of cases they handle. Please browse Richard's positive results and Brenda's positive results.

Reason #9: Client Satisfaction. Ottawa injury lawyers Richard and Brenda strive to provide their clients with the highest level of personal care and attention. Comments from their clients show that they consistently achieve this important goal. Please read client comments, which you'll find in these educational materials.

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Reason #10: Client Services Guarantee. Ottawa injury lawyers Richard and Brenda have dedicated their law practice to providing the highest level of service to their clients. They provide each client with a written copy of their Client Services Guarantee, in which they guarantee the quality of service you will receive.

Reason #11: Prominent Clients. Ottawa injury lawyers Richard and Brenda count among their clients high profile members of the community. Richard gained national recognition when he represented a key witness at the Gomery Commission of Inquiry into the Sponsorship Program. His involvement with the Gomery Inquiry followed on the heels of his work on the high-profile Computer Leasing Inquiry in Toronto, where he also acted for a central figure. More recently, Richard Auger represented Karlheinz Schreiber before the Oliphant Commission of Inquiry.  Ottawa lawyer Brenda too has represented highly visible governmental leaders, including the Senate of Canada, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, as well as well-known Ottawa business figures.

Reason #12: Client Communication. The key to Richard's and Brenda's successful careers has been the quality of their relationships with clients. Effective communication helps clients understand their problems and the legal solutions they can provide. Richard's and Brenda's primary focus is to listen to clients and evaluate their individual needs so they can offer the most effective, efficient solutions for whatever legal problems they face.

Reason #13: Commitment to Legal Excellence. Richard is a firm believer in continuous learning and is a regular participant in professional development seminars focused on enhancing his litigation skills. Likewise, each year Brenda attends many hours of continuing legal education and publishes articles in respected legal journals.

Reason #14: Charitable Support and Contributions. Richard is a member of the President's Council of the Ottawa Hospital Foundation. In addition, Auger Hollingsworth is a regular supporter of a number of charitable organizations, including the Multiple Sclerosis Society, the Canadian Cancer Society, United Way and the Ottawa Food Bank. In addition, Richard and Brenda support pro bono work for worthy projects. Brenda performed over $40,000 in pro bono work to support individuals with severe developmental disabilities facing the closure of their home at Rideau Regional Centre. Brenda is also an active member of the Child Advocacy Project, providing legal assistance for low income children facing discrimination in education.  Auger Hollingsworth support the Canadian Paraplegic Association - Ontario, the Ottawa Valley Brain Injury Association, REACH and many other worth charities that assist injured victims recover and reintegrate into the community.

Reason #15: Collaboration of Complementary Skills: Ottawa lawyers Richard and Brenda are an excellent team. When you hire their firm, you get the benefit of their collaboration.

Reason #16: Family Values. Richard and Brenda are raising their two young sons in Ottawa. They have supported family, civic and charitable activities throughout Ontario for many years.

Reason #17: Free Consultation. Ottawa Lawyers Richard and Brenda gladly offer an initial consultation without cost or obligation. You're invited to call them at 613-233-4529 (toll free 1-888-266-2396, from anywhere in Ontario), or send an e-mail to richard@ottawalawfirm.ca or brenda@ottawalawfirm.ca.

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