Fatal Ontario motor vehicle – cyclist accident near Nipigon.
July 23, 2013 - A fatal Ontario motor vehicle - cyclist accident near Nipigon, Ontario has claimed the lives of a cycling couple from North Glengarry Township. The two cyclists were avid riders. Starting in Vancouver, they were cycling across Canada with 23 other riders. On July 23rd the pair [...]
Why should I hire an Ontario lawyer who has a focus in personal injury after my Ontario personal injury accident?
When searching online or in the Yellow Pages for an Ontario lawyer after your Ontario personal injury accident, a large pool of potential lawyers will be available. However, not all lawyers have a focus on personal injury cases. The Ottawa personal injury lawyers at Brenda Hollingsworth’s office get asked [...]
As a cyclist, how am I compensated for my bicycle loss in a motor vehicle-cyclist accident?
As a cycling and fitness enthusiast I know all too well how much a well-maintained bike can cost annually, especially if it is used as a main mode of transportation. A common question is, “ In the event of a motor vehicle - cyclist accident can I claim the expense of [...]
Coroner Releases Report on Ontario Bicycle Accident Deaths
The Coroner released a report on Ontario bicycle accident deaths from 2006 to 2010. In particular, the report reviews 129 bicycle deaths during this time period. In addition, the report notes that "in 2009, over 26,000 people in Ontario visited an Emergency Department for treatment of an injury sustained [...]
Do you need a lawyer after a bicycle accident in Ontario?
If you have been injured in an Ontario bicycle accident, you may want to consider hiring legal representation. In many instances, injured cyclists are able to file a claim for the injuries they sustained in a bicycle-motor vehicle accident. Filing a claim can be complicated so having the right lawyer [...]
Spinal Cord Injury After an Ontario Bicycle Accident
Understanding the Severity of Spinal Cord Injuries in Ontario Cyclists One of the most serious injuries an Ottawa cyclist can sustain is spinal cord injury. Like head trauma, damage to the spinal cord is severe and can certainly be life-altering. Because the spinal cord is responsible for transmitting signals from [...]
Compensation after an Ottawa bike accident
If you have recently been injured in an Ottawa bicycle accident, you may be wondering what kinds of compensation you may be entitled to. Many people believe that the only compensation you can receive is monetary reimbursement for medical expenses. This is in fact, not the case. There are [...]
Should I hire a personal injury lawyer for my Ontario bicycle accident case?
Some Ottawa bicycle accidents are minor, resulting in a few scrapes and bruises. In these cases, there is generally no reason to pursue legal action. However, if your injuries are serious and have the potential to cost you thousands of dollars, you should seriously think about hiring a [...]
What you need to know about Ontario bicycle laws
ONTARIO ACCIDENT LAWYER - If you have recent been in an Ontario bicycle accident, you likely have many questions about where to go from here. You may be asking yourself, “who is at fault for the accident?”, “which laws apply to my situation?”, “how do I go about seeking [...]
Ottawa Car Accident: St. Laurent and Conroy
OTTAWA- A man was sent to hospital in serious but stable condition after a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of St Laurent Blvd. and Conroy Road on Thursday afternoon. Crews were called to the intersection just before 5 p.m on Thursday, June 2, 2011. The collision involved an SUV and [...]