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Involved in an at-fault car accident? You are still entitled to benefits

Involved in an at-fault car accident? You are still entitled to benefits

A person who has been injured in any accident involving a motor vehicle can claim accident benefits regardless of fault. These benefits are available without having to sue a third party. Every automobile insurance policy in Ontario has mandatory accident benefits coverage. These benefits cover not just an occupant of an automobile (eg. cars and buses), but also include pedestrians, cyclists, as well as family members who may also claim benefits if they have suffered losses as a result of…

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Do You Have Insurance Coverage as a Cyclist?

Do You Have Insurance Coverage as a Cyclist?

Despite efforts by many municipalities to make streets more bike-friendly, cyclists are still at a major disadvantage when sharing the road with motor vehicles. In my practice as a personal injury lawyer in Ontario, some of the most devastating injuries we come across involve cyclists struck by cars. Given how short our summers tend to feel, it’s not surprising that many of us grab our bikes as soon as warmer weather arrives. Besides being an environmentally friendly form of transportation,…

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