The Ottawa Citizen reported on a study recently done through CHEO and Dr Vassilyadi that looked at the aftereffects of concussions in children. It described the story of a boy named Clayton Carter who suffered a traumatic brain injury while riding an ATV and was able to return to hockey, school and a regular life […]
Pain and suffering compensation in Ontario, thresholds, deductibles and more…
What is compensation for pain and suffering? Interested in Ontario Accident Benefits Pain and Suffering Compensation? When it comes to pain and suffering, there are some areas that are “grey areas.” Firstly, there is no doubt that you are in pain and that you are suffering. Getting compensation for this pain and suffering is sometimes […]
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City of Ottawa introduces new by-laws for pools
Avoiding Ottawa accidents: Know City of Ottawa pool by-laws I am pleased with and support the City of Ottawa’s new by-laws that aim to reduce the number of pool-related accidents each year in Ottawa. Drowning is the second most common cause of accidental death among young children in Ontario, after motor vehicle accidents. According to […]
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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 […]
Applying for an Ontario Accident Benefits Package Forms? Here is what you need to know.
If you have been in a motor vehicle accident in Ontario and you have suffered a personal injury, you will likely need to apply for Ontario accident benefits from your own insurance company, regardless of who is at fault in the accident. Obtaining the forms is simple, simply visit the Financial Services Commission of Ontario […]
How, when and where to file an Ottawa accident report. You don’t always have to call the Ottawa Police.
Report an accident in Ottawa, Ontario No police report is required if the total damage to all vehicles is under $1,000. If there are personal injuries and the vehicles cannot be driven, call 9-1-1 immediately. If there are no personal injuries, but the vehicles cannot be driven, call the Ottawa Police at 613-230-6211 If your […]
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 […]
After an Ontario accident are caregiver benefits only available to catastrophic injuries ?
Caregiver benefits If you or a loved one has been injured in an automobile accident in Ontario, you are most likely looking into what coverage you have through your insurance company. In Ontario, accident benefits are available to Ontario drivers. Whether you are at fault or not in the accident, your Ontario insurance policy will […]
