Ottawa Lawyer : Traumatic Brain Injury in Canada
Traumatic brain injury is generally caused due to a severe blow to the skull or due to whirling forces on the brain. Most often than not, traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the outcome of motor vehicle accidents, falls and physical abuse. If you or any of your loved ones [...]
Can an Ottawa Injury Lawyer Review My Settlement Documents?
About a year ago, a very nice lady met me for a consultation after a slip and fall. I really liked her and felt badly for her. She was a single mother with kids and this accident had thrown her for a loop. We met. We spoke on the phone.
Settling an Ontario Accident Claim: Ottawa Lawyer
In July of 2008, I was happy for an Ottawa car accident victim whose claim we settled.
Ottawa Car Accident Injuries – Brain Injury
Recognizing Common Symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injury Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can manifest in various ways, affecting a person's life. Here are some of the most common symptoms classified into different categories: Physical Symptoms seizures of all types muscle spasticity double vision, blurred vision, or low vision blindness loss [...]
Defensive Driving: What to Do If You Get a Flat Tire While Driving
This post was originally published on Sep 2nd, 2012 and updated on June 16th, 2020. There is nothing worse than a flat tire. Especially at night! Ugh! Have you heard the ominous “thump thump thump” while driving? You know that noise means your vehicle is now operating one wheel [...]
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 [...]
Westboro crash leaves Ottawa woman suffering head injuries.
Serious head injuries at the scene of an Ottawa motor vehicle accident. June 30th 2013 – An early morning, 2-vehicle accident at the intersection of Richmond Road and Golden Avenue sent two women to hospital. When Police arrived on scene they treated a woman in her twenties for serious [...]
How can I claim Ontario no-fault benefits in a motor vehicle accident?
The Ottawa personal injury lawyers at Brenda Hollingsworth’s office are often asked about Ontario no-fault benefits and how they can be applied for after a motor vehicle accident. The best way for you to get an answer that applies to you specifically is to contact us directly by calling +1 [...]
Ontario limitation periods. How long do I have to file my Ontario personal injury lawsuit?
The Ottawa personal injury lawyers at Brenda Hollingsworth’s office are often asked about Ontario limitation periods. Victims of personal injury want to know how long they have to file a claim for their Ontario accident. The best way to get an answer specific to your case is to call us at +1 [...]
In an Eastern Ontario motor vehicle accident how am I compensated if I need to be retrained for work?
If you are a victim of an Eastern Ontario motor vehicle accident and you are left unable to perform your work duties, you may need retraining or modified tasks in your job. Any time your livelihood is impacted by an accident, you should look to a personal injury lawyer for advice. The [...]