Why the Personal Injury Lawyer You Choose Matters
When you’ve been injured in an accident, choosing the right personal injury lawyer can be the most important decision you make. In Ontario, not all personal injury lawyers are the same. At Auger Hollingsworth, we’ve seen firsthand how dramatically a client’s choice of lawyer can impact the outcome of [...]
Auger Hollingsworth Wins 2024 and 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Personal Injury Law
Auger Hollingsworth Accident & Injury Lawyers has been recognized with the prestigious Consumer Choice Award for Personal Injury Law in Ottawa for both 2024 and 2025. Winning this award in consecutive years reflects the firm’s consistent commitment to excellence in client service and legal representation. What sets the Consumer [...]
Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer
Hiring a personal injury lawyer in Ontario is one of the most important decisions you can make after an accident. Your lawyer will be responsible for building your case, communicating with the insurance company, and ultimately fighting for the compensation you deserve. But how do you know who to [...]
Fatal Slip and Falls and Car Accidents: How Ontario Families Can Seek Justice
When a loved one dies suddenly in a car crash, a fall, or another preventable accident, the aftermath is devastating. Beyond the emotional loss, families are often left with unanswered questions: Was someone at fault? Can we make a claim? What will the process look like? At Auger Hollingsworth, [...]
How Courts Decide How Much Grieving Family Members Receive After a Fatal Injury in Ontario
When a loved one dies due to someone else’s negligence—such as in a fatal car accident or slip and fall—the surviving family members are left with profound grief and disruption. But how do Ontario courts decide what that loss is “worth”? At Auger Hollingsworth, we work with grieving families [...]
Loss of Services and Loss of Dependency Claims in Ontario Fatal Accident Cases
When someone dies in a fatal car accident, fall, or other accident caused by negligence, the emotional impact on family is immediate—but so is the disruption to day-to-day life. In many cases, the person who passed away played a critical role in the household: providing income, caregiving, transportation, child-rearing, [...]
A Guide to Income Replacement Benefits in Ontario
If you’ve been injured in a motor vehicle accident in Ontario and are unable to work, you may be entitled to Income Replacement Benefits (IRBs). These benefits are designed to provide financial support while you recover, helping you cover essential living expenses. However, navigating the claims process and ensuring [...]
Is Long-Term Disability Income Taxable in Ontario?
For many Ontarians, long-term disability (LTD) benefits serve as a financial lifeline when an injury or illness prevents them from working. However, a critical question that often arises is whether these benefits are considered taxable income. Understanding the tax implications of LTD benefits is crucial for financial planning and [...]
Woman using an electric wheelchair struck on Montreal Road
CTV News Ottawa is reporting that a woman using an electric wheelchair was struck on Montreal Road near St. Laurent Blvd in Vanier on Saturday January 18th. She was reportedly transported to the trauma centre at the Ottawa hospital. Auger Hollingsworth is currently working for two different clients who were [...]
Ontario’s Controversial Bike Lane Removal Policy: Legal and Safety Concerns
The Ford government’s recent decision to remove bike lanes on major Toronto streets, such as Bloor Street, Yonge Street, and University Avenue, has stirred significant debate. Compounding the controversy, the government has proposed a ban on lawsuits against the province if cyclists are injured or killed on these roads. Ontario [...]
