What is an OCF 6 Form? The importance of properly filling out the OCF 6 form when applying for Ontario Accident Benefits. If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident in Ontario, chances are you will need support and compensation. This support and compensation comes from insurance. Ontario Accident Benefits can also cover […]
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Does the Highway Traffic Act apply to private property?
Can you be fined for failing to stop in a private parking lot? Can you be fined for speeding in a private parking lot? What happens when there is a car accident on private property? Should the police be contacted? Should a police report be made? If this parking lot was in Ontario, the rules […]
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Ontario Accident Benefits and Catastrophic Injuries. Good news for Ontario accident victims.
What injuries are deemed a catastrophic injury? What is the definition of a catastrophic injury? Well, it has changed and changed for the better…In an interesting case Pastore v. Aviva Canada, the Court of Appeal of Ontario ruled that an injured victim does not need to be markedly impaired in more than one area of life […]
What are the limitation periods, cut off dates and timelines in an Ontario personal injury lawsuit?
Are there time limits or expiry dates when it comes to starting a personal injury lawsuit? As personal injury lawyers, we are often asked about how long one has to decide whether or not they want to start a personal injury lawsuit following their accident in Ontario. Often times the severity and extent of your injuries […]
Do you need a lawyer to file for ODSP? Ottawa injury lawyer David Hollingsworth explains why you don’t and when you might.
The role of an Ottawa Injury Lawyer and ODSP claims We had a question come in this week and it’s one we get regularly so I figured I would answer it here on the blog for others to see. The question was about ODSP and does one need a lawyer to make a claim. The […]
Ontario accident? How to calculate the maximum amount of income replacement benefits you receive from your Ontario accident benefits plan.
What are income replacement benefits? If you have been in an accident in Ontario and have suffered a personal injury, you are most likely eligible for Ontario accident benefits. Ontario accident benefits can partially compensate you for any losses of income if you are unable to work because of your injuries. You are only eligible […]
Ontario accident benefits and indexation. Should you purchase additional accident benefits?
In September 2010, the Ontario Government through the Financial Services Commission of Ontario made significant changes to Ontario insurance plans. Not only did FSCO significantly reduce the accident benefits available to Ontario drivers, but it also introduced a 2 tiered approach for Ontario drivers. All Ontario drivers are required to purchase insurance. How much insurance […]
Additional Ontario accident benefits. What are dependant care benefits?
What are dependant care benefits? If you have been in an accident in Ontario, navigating the Ontario accident benefit forms can be a very confusing and stressful thing to do. You may not know which benefits you are entitled to and need help accessing all the right Ontario accident benefits. Dependant Care Benefit is an […]
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How you can receive housekeeping and home maintenance expenses after an Ontario accident.
What are housekeeping benefits? Taking care of your home seems like the last thing you need to think about after an accident but unfortunately, you need to or you need someone helping you. If your accident was in Ontario, you may be eligible for Ontario accident benefits from your insurance company or the insurance company […]
What are Ontario Accident Benefits ? Are family members entitled to accident benefits?
Ontario Car Insurance Claims and Accident Benefits. Who can access Ontario benefits? Statutory Accident Benefits (SABS) are provided by law in every Ontario auto insurance policy. All Accident Benefits are standard and equal among insurance companies unless you opt for “top-up” coverage. Ontario Accident Benefits provide compensation, regardless of who is at fault, for drivers, […]
