Recent Serious Motor Vehicle Collisions in Eastern Ontario
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 [...]
Recent Serious and Fatal Collisions in Southwestern Ontario (Hamilton to Windsor)
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 [...]
Serious and Fatal Collisions in the Greater Toronto Area (September 1 – October 7, 2025)
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 [...]
A Complete Guide to Motor Vehicle Accident Claims in Ontario
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 [...]
Understanding Ontario’s No-Fault Insurance: What Every Driver Should Know
If you've recently been injured in a motor vehicle accident in Ontario, you're probably hearing a lot about "no-fault insurance." But what does that really mean for you? Many people mistakenly believe that "no-fault" means fault doesn't matter or that you can't sue an at-fault driver. In reality, Ontario's [...]
How SABS Changes Have Made Ontario Insurers Less Accountable
What Is the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS)? The Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS) is the framework in Ontario that governs no-fault accident benefits for individuals injured in motor vehicle accidents. These benefits include coverage for medical and rehabilitation expenses, income replacement, attendant care, and more. Unfortunately, recent legislative [...]
What Can Families Claim After a Fatal Accident in Ontario?
Losing a loved one in a preventable accident—whether from a car crash, a fall, or another act of negligence—is one of the hardest things a family can endure. In addition to overwhelming grief, many families are left wondering what legal rights they have and whether compensation is available. At [...]
Understanding Compensation for Loss of Care, Guidance, and Companionship After a Wrongful Death in Ontario
When a family member dies in a preventable accident—whether in a car crash, a fall, or another act of negligence—the emotional toll can be immense. Ontario law recognizes this kind of non-financial harm through damages for loss of care, guidance, and companionship. At Auger Hollingsworth, we work closely with [...]
Why It’s So Hard to Make That First Call—and Why You’ll Feel Better Once You Do
If you’ve been injured in an accident, picking up the phone to call a personal injury lawyer might feel like the hardest part. You may be in pain, missing work, trying to keep up with your family’s needs, and feeling emotionally drained. The idea of calling a lawyer might [...]
Your Role in a Lawsuit: What We’ll Ask You to Do—And What We’ll Handle Ourselves
One of the most common questions we hear at Auger Hollingsworth is, “What do I need to do now that I’ve hired a lawyer?” It’s a good question—and an important one. The short answer is: we take care of the legal work, so you can focus on getting better. [...]
