Talk to a Lawyer if You Need Advice About Your Accident!
Ottawa Lawyer- I am constantly amazed by the people who take their legal advice from friends, family, co-workers or the person at the bus stop. If you have legal questions after an accident, including a car accident, slip and fall or other mishap, take advantage of the free consultation [...]
Ottawa Lawyer: Ontario motor vehicle accidents fibromyalgia
An individual who experiences a serious Ontario car accident may suffer from a variety of injuries. A recent medical study shows that one of the effects of a car accident could be fibromyalgia. While it is not an immediate injury associated with motor vehicle accidents, the study demonstrates that car [...]
Ottawa Accident Lawyer: Whiplash Injuries
Ontario automobile accidents and whiplash One of the most common injuries suffered by individuals in car accidents is whiplash. Whiplash most often causes pain in the neck area and is caused by a rapid acceleration-deceleration force, such as what happens when a vehicle is moving at a fast speed [...]
March 28, 2011 Testimonial from pedestrian accident victims Marie and William M.
We are thrilled with the results of your commitment, legal knowledge and expertise. You worked for us, giving us feedback and up-to-date information. You responded immediately, thoughtfully, and concisely to our questions. Finding the right legal counsel to deal with insurance companies was of the utmost importance to us. No [...]
Ottawa Car Accident: The benefits of Decompression Therapy
The following article was kindly contributed by Dr. Joseph Lawrence, a certified non-surgical disc decompression practitioner. Injuries secondary to motor vehicle accidents continue to plague modern society, despite technological advances in automobiles. However, the way we deal with these injuries has seen some varying degree of advancement in the [...]
Occupational therapy and ergonomics in the workplace
The following article was kindly contributed by Smith Bradley & Associates, an Occupational Therapy firm based in Ottawa. Returning to work following a motor vehicle accident can be difficult, regardless of the type of work that you do. When you’ve had an injury, even relatively sedentary jobs can feel [...]
How personal training can be your final step to recovery
This article was kindly contributed by Pat Fleming. Pat Fleming played five years in the CFL with Ottawa, Hamilton and Winnipeg. He is a Corrective Exercise Specialist, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a Certified Personal Trainer. His wife Marissa is a Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition and Wellness [...]
Which insurance company pays your accident benefits if you do not have auto insurance?
If you have been injured in an Ontario car accident, but do not have your own car insurance, you can still file a claim for your injuries. You may be entitled to accident benefits, but who pays for them will depend on the circumstances of the accident. Contacting an Ontario [...]
What do you do if you disagree with your insurance company’s decision about your accident benefits?
If you were injured in an Ontario car accident, you will likely be covered by your insurance company and may be able to receive accident benefits. How much you are eligible for depends on your particular insurance policy, the circumstances of the accident, and the extent of your injuries. Your [...]
Canadian hand-cyclist an inspiration to us all
Canadian Morgan Van Breda has completed a 3900 km, 49-day cycling tour across India. Amazingly, she peddled the whole way with her hands! Van Breda, who lives in Victoria, B.C., suffered a spinal cord injury at 24 while on vacation in Cuba. Since then, she has been living with [...]
