When should I call the Police after an Ontario motor vehicle accident?
After suffering a motor vehicle accident in Ottawa there are many things going through your mind. Many people wonder when they should call the Police to the scene. Is it only when there is significant damage to the car, or are there other considerations to keep in mind?If you have [...]
Why is the legal process of my Ontario personal injury claim so long?
After clients have filed their Ontario personal injury claim, they can be surprised by the length of time it takes to see any real action. Clients want to know why their lawsuit is taking time to unfold and what is currently being done. To have your questions on the claim process [...]
How do Eastern Ontario personal injury lawyers advance my case?
Eastern Ontario personal injury lawyers - How we advance your case You have gone through the process of hiring the Eastern Ontario personal injury lawyer best suited to your needs. However, do you know what the next steps are when it comes to building your case? Not very many people [...]
Should I hire an Ottawa personal injury lawyer for my Ottawa accident?
The benefits of hiring an Ottawa personal injury lawyer for your Ottawa accident. An increasing number of personal injury lawyers from big cities are advertising in Ottawa. You might be wondering why you should hire an Ottawa personal injury lawyer after your Ottawa accident. These accidents include a motor vehicle [...]
How do I choose an Ontario personal injury lawyer?
What you need to do to make sure you choose an Ontario personal injury lawyer best suited to your case and needs. A question the Ottawa personal injury lawyers at Brenda Hollingsworth’s office get asked is how accident victims should hire a lawyer for their Ontario personal injury case. With many [...]
Why do I need an Ottawa personal injury lawyer?
At our law firm we are regularly reminded why it is vitally important to get legal help early after an Ottawa motor vehicle accident. When you don't, valuable evidence can be lost or forgotten. Recently we were preparing our client for examination for discovery. That is the step in the [...]
What if I am in an Ottawa Accident and Not Wearing My Seat Belt?
It is widely accepted that seat belts can help prevent or reduce injury in the event of a car accident. Further, wearing a seat belt while driving or riding in a vehicle is mandatory across Canada, and failing to do so is considered a punishable offence. Consequently, there are [...]
Things To Consider After a Motorcycle Accident
Riding a motorcycle carries with it a higher burden of responsibility than for most drivers on the roads. You are not encased in a steel frame and you do not have the added protection of seatbelts and airbags. Riders must exercise extra caution as they are more vulnerable to [...]
Questions at Examination for Discovery in Ontario
Are you going to be examined for discovery in a car accident case in Ontario? Here are some topics you will likely be asked about by the lawyer for the at fault driver's insurance company: Your Background: Your name Address Education Marital / Family Status Your Home: The layout [...]
Ottawa Injury Lawyer: Preventing Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious injury, typically caused by a severe blow to the head. TBI has many different symptoms and can cause a wide variety of problems and disabilities for those affected. While TBI cannot always be completely cured, and while the recovery process can be long [...]