Who Pays For Treatments and Medical Expenses if I’m in a Car Accident?

Accident Benefit Coverage After A Car Accident Your auto insurance contract includes accident benefits coverage that your own insurer pays if you are hurt in a car accident. This coverage is mandatory and is included on every auto insurance policy issued in Ontario. These benefits are commonly known as “no-fault” benefits because anyone injured in… read more

Can You Sue Over Food Poisoning?

Food poisoning is unfortunately a fairly common occurrence, whether it results from an improperly cooked meal at home, a restaurant meal, or a contaminated food item bought at the grocery store or a farmer’s market. Contaminated food causes illness in approximately 4 million Canadians every year. Food poisoning is never a pleasant experience, and a… read more

Who Can Sue for Wrongful Death in Ontario?

If your loved one was killed in a tragic accident that was the result of someone else’s negligence, you may be able to bring a wrongful death lawsuit. A wrongful death lawsuit in Ontario can be filed in cases where the deceased would have been entitled to damages, had they lived. Typically, immediate family members and spouses… read more

What Happens If A Dog Bites You In Ontario?

Dogs are generally considered “man’s best friend,” and most pets would never bite someone unless severely provoked. However, dogs can be unpredictable, especially if they haven’t been properly trained or socialized. A dog who is an angel around its owner might turn aggressive when it encounters someone else, whether that person is the owner’s close friend… read more

2023 Ontario Law Lets Insurance Companies Keep $44,367.24 from Your Car Accident Settlement

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit in order to recover compensation for the damages you incurred as part of the accident. Often, these lawsuits are essential to ensuring that your compensation adequately covers the massive financial burdens associated with medical bills, property damage and lost wages… read more

Ontario Motorcycle Helmet Laws

When riding a motorcycle in Ontario, the law is clear: you must wear a helmet. Unlike in the United States, where helmet laws vary from state to state, in Canada you must wear a helmet in every province. The reason for this is that severe head injuries and deaths from motorcycle accidents are dramatically reduced when the… read more

Can My Employer Make Me Pay for a Car Accident?

If you’ve caused a car accident in Hamilton while on the job, you may be wondering who is responsible for any damages or injuries that you, other drivers or pedestrians sustained. Learn about your rights in this situation, as well as the circumstances that could put you at fault.  Vicarious Liability & Your Employer’s Responsibilities… read more

Who is Liable for Damages if You’re Involved in a Car Accident while Driving for Work?

In most instances, the driver who is at fault for a car accident is liable for any damages caused by the collision. However, determining liability often becomes more complicated when the car accident is caused by someone who is driving for work or operating a company vehicle. In these situations, the following questions may arise: It’s important… read more