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 [...]
Serious Collision in Barrie’s South End
On October 22, 2024, emergency crews responded to a severe accident involving a passenger vehicle and a motorcycle at the intersection of Mapleview Drive West and Veteran’s Drive in Barrie’s south end. The crash, which occurred around 3:30 p.m., resulted in one person sustaining life-threatening injuries. While police continue their [...]
ATV Liability in Ontario: What the Court of Appeal Says About Owner Responsibility and Insurance Coverage
Key Court of Appeal Decisions Shaping Insurance and Owner Liability in Off-Road Vehicle Accidents Over the past decade, the Ontario Court of Appeal has addressed liability for off-road vehicle accidents involving ATVs, dirt bikes, and similar vehicles in five cases. This is a lot of appellate attention! In fact, the [...]
The Dangers of Using AI in Medical Record Generation
The growing use of AI to generate medical records brings significant risks, especially in personal injury and medical malpractice cases. In Ashleigh Stewart’s report for Global News https://globalnews.ca/news/10832303/ai-transcription-medical-errors/, doctors describe how AI transcription tools in Canadian hospitals produced flawed or fabricated medical entries. This raises serious concerns. Medical records often [...]
How to Answer Questions Productively During a Zoom Examination for Discovery in Your Ontario Personal Injury Case
The examination for discovery is a critical stage in an Ontario personal injury case. It allows the opposing side to gather information relevant to the case by asking you questions under oath. Due to the rise of virtual legal proceedings, these discoveries are now often conducted via Zoom. While this [...]
