We all know that distracted driving is dangerous.  It’s one of the leading causes of motor vehicle collisions in Ontario. But when it comes to civil injury claims, clients are often surprised to learn that proving distraction, like texting and driving, is not always the key issue in their [...]

When someone is seriously injured in a motor vehicle collision in Ontario, the most important question under the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS) is often:“Am I catastrophically impaired?”That designation — known informally as “catastrophic” or “CAT” — is the highest level of injury classification under Ontario’s auto insurance system. It [...]

When someone is injured in a car accident in Ontario, one of the first questions they often ask is, “Who was at fault for the accident?” The legal answer to that question comes down to negligence. While police officers may issue a ticket, or make a determination of fault [...]

Rear-End Collisions in Ontario: Common Injuries, Legal Fault, and What You Need to Know Rear-end collisions are the most common type of motor vehicle accident in Ontario. At Auger Hollingsworth Injury and Accident Lawyers, we see these crashes every day,  from minor “fender benders” in traffic to devastating, high-speed [...]

If you’ve been injured in a motor vehicle accident in Ontario, you may have heard that not every injured person can sue for “pain and suffering.” That’s because Ontario’s Insurance Act sets a threshold — a legal test that determines who can recover non-pecuniary damages (for pain, suffering, and [...]

Few experiences are more upsetting or unfair than being hit by a driver who speeds away. Whether you were driving, cycling, or walking, a hit-and-run collision can leave you injured, shaken, and wondering who will pay for your losses. At Auger Hollingsworth Injury and Accident Lawyers, we regularly represent [...]

One of the most challenging aspects of pursuing justice for injured accident victims is reconstructing the collision when the people involved are seriously injured or deceased.  Without their version of events, police are often at a loss when trying to determine what happened.  As a result, they often seek [...]

September 1 – October 7, 2025 Across Southwestern Ontario, from Hamilton through London and Windsor, police have responded to a series of devastating collisions in recent weeks. Some have been fatal, others caused life-altering injuries, and nearly all are still under investigation. In each case, investigators have emphasized how [...]

When a serious collision happens, investigators often need help to fill in the gaps. If you witnessed any of the incidents below, even a small detail can matter — a licence-plate fragment, a description of vehicle movement, a brake-light flash, or dash camera footage. Your information could help families [...]

If you or a loved one has been injured in a motor vehicle accident in Ontario, you may be overwhelmed, confused, and uncertain about your next steps. Ontario's accident claims system is complex and includes both no-fault benefits (statutory accident benefits) and the right to sue an at-fault driver [...]