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Ottawa Ontario Winter Weather, Increasing the Risk of Ottawa Car Accidents and Personal Injuries, Ottawa Personal Injury Law Firm
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Accident Benefits Insurance Claims, Ottawa Injury and Accidents, Personal Injury Claims, safety on January 20th, 2011
Our Ottawa Winter is showing no signs of leaving. In fact, I think it is just revving up. Unfortunately, bad winter weather often results in bad winter car accidents, and slip and fall accidents. Ottawa and Ontario drivers need to take extra care, to drive slower, and be on high alert. Inevitably, accidents will happen, despite driver’s efforts to be safe. It’s important for you to know that if you should be unfortunate enough to become involved in an Ontario car accident, you need to be aware of the law, your obligations and your rights. This is where experienced Ontario personal injury lawyers are invaluable.
First and foremost, if you are involved in an Ottawa motor-vehicle accident, you should seek immediate medical attention. Your health is the number one priority and you should take care of yourself and your passengers. As a close second to immediate medical attention is your need to preserve evidence and to protect your interests from being lost. This involves getting the full and accurate insurance information and coordinates of the person who has become involved in the collision with your vehicle. Collect any witnesses’ information if they are available, such as their name, email, phone number, and address. I always recommend keeping a disposal camera in your car, to snap some quick pictures if you can. Your phone will usually have a camera, which will also suffice. Finally, get a police report from the attending officer or the nearest police station.
These measures will help to protect your interests, because when it comes time to consult with a top Ottawa Ontario personal injury lawyer, you will have the materials you need to start your case. For the majority of drivers, accidents are rare. Often a victim of personal injury collects all the right information but still fails to realize or understand their rights and/or liabilities. Your Ottawa personal injury lawyer can help in this regard. Ontario personal injury lawyers keep abreast of all the changes in insurance policies and Ontario personal injury law. It is their job to keep informed of the latest information that relates to Ontario personal injury and use that information to best help you with your personal injury needs.
In summary, there are steps you must taken immediately after your Ottawa Ontario Motor-vehicle injury: (1) Seek immediate medical attention to ensure that you are physical, mentally, and in every way getting the medical and rehabilitative help you need (2) At the scene, strive to stay relaxed in order to remember to go through the motions, such as getting the information of the other driver (3) Contact your Top Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer to ensure that you do not lose out on what you may rightfully deserve by safeguarding and protecting your valuable interests.
About Ottawa Ontario Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth-
David Hollingsworth has been an Ottawa Ontario personal injury law firm representing motor vehicle accident victims, including those involved in car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, bus accidents, snowmobile accidents since 1999. David practices with an established Ottawa law firm of more than 50 years of experience in representing accident victims, and helping accident victims settle their insurance claims with maximum settlements and compensation. Ottawa Ontario Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth knows how to make a difference in accident victims lives (whether they are at fault or not) at a particularly difficult and stressful time. David works hard at always obtaining maximum compensation for his personal injury clients and their families and relieving them of stress. David offers free consultations, takes cases on contingency and travels to homes or hospital. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information.
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Ontario Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth
Ottawa accident Eagleson and Fallowfield results in chest and back injury
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Car Accidents, Ottawa Injury and Accidents on September 7th, 2010
Ottawa Car Accident Lawyer, Ontario Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth..I wish everyone involved in this Ottawa accident a healthy recovery…3 people were transported to hospital yesterday morning after a 3-vehicle car accident at the intersection of Eagleson Road and Fallowfield Road in west Ottawa. Ottawa Emergency crews responded to the scene of the Ottawa accident just before 10:30 a.m, which involved a compact car, a Jeep Cherokee, and Dodge mini-van. A middle-aged man and woman, along with a 20-year-old female, were transported to an Ottawa hospital with minor chest injury and back injury. A 4th passenger, a 37-year-old woman, was treated and released at the scene of the Ottawa accident. Ottawa Police are continuing to investigate the cause of the collision.
David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Ontario Personal Injury Lawyer is dedicated to helping Ottawa and Ontario accident victims and has been since 1999. With his extensive experience and knowledge of Ontario accidents and Ontario personal injury issues, he has recovered millions of dollars in settlements on behalf of his Ontario personal injury clients. David is dedicated to obtaining maximum compensation for his Ontario personal injury clients by offering free consultations and making home visits or hospital visits. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca mobile (613) 978-9549 (613) 237-4922 ext.203
Changes to Ontario insurance rates may result in lack of insurance for personal injuries, Ottawa Lawyer David Hollingsworth
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Accident Benefits Insurance Claims, Ottawa Resources, Personal Injury Claims on August 17th, 2010
Ontario Insurance Claims Lawyer, Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth
IMPORTANT TIPS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY RE: ONTARIO’S NEW AUTO INSURANCE RATES
Hello everyone, I would like to share a quick note with you regarding Ottawa’s new auto insurance policy and what it will mean for you and your family, which is set to change for September. I am urging all my family and friends to be careful not to blindly accept the lowest possible Ontario auto insurance coverage just to save a few bucks – get the facts to be informed!
THE FACTS
Basically, the new policy acts to lower the minimum required rehabilitation coverage in our province by 50%, from $100,000 to $50,000. Furthermore, your coverage for the treatment of minor injuries now has a cap of $3,500. Settling for the new basic insurance package could mean that you or your loved ones are left to suffer after a personal injury in our province, without the adequate rehabilitative services that you will require. There could be a slight dip in auto insurance rates for some drivers when the new rates kick in, but depending on how, where, and why you drive (and who insures you), the average decrease in Ontario auto insurance will be somewhere in the realm of 0.01% to 7%. This means that you could see no change at all in your rates, but would still lose out on important features that would protect you in the event of an auto accident – a time when you will require as much help as possible to help you in your recovery.
$3,500 CAP for “MINOR INJURIES”.
The cap of $3,500 is not adequate in any way to deal with the majority of minor personal injuries, especially given that so called “minor” injuries can become worse over time. The new policy defines minor injuries to include such things as a sprain, strain, whiplash, contusion, abrasion, laceration, partial dislocation of a joint or organ and any pathological condition resulting from a personal injury. This list is not inclusive enough to include many coverage benefits that you will require and I would recommend to you that you read your terms carefully to ensure that you can keep the current accident benefits, because although you will be paying a bit more, it will act to protect you by safeguarding your interests. I estimate it would cost approximately $150 more per year on a one-driver, one-vehicle plan, depending on the insurance company. If you consider the benefits this is a good choice, because even though it seems like you’re paying a bit extra of your hard earned cash, consider the enormous costs of treatment you would lose out on if you experience personal injury from an auto accident and are left to handle all the financial costs for yourself. Drivers in Ontario with an existing policy will receive the same coverage after September 1st, until that policy expires. Those are the facts to consider. Ultimately, my hope is that you and your family will continue to be safe and will have the coverage that you need if you are ever involved in the unfortunate circumstance of an auto injury. Please be safe and take care.
Ottawa personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth has been dedicated to helping Ontario accident victims and their families get the support and help needed for their personal injuries. With over a decade of experience, David has forged strong relationships with medical doctors, social workers, psychologists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, other treating health practitioners and the support network involved with his clients. David is happy to discuss all Ontario accidents and can help determine what one needs and is entitled to when rebuilding a life after an accident, free of charge 613 978-9549 or 613 237-4922 ext 203 or visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and accidents – Ottawa Personal Injury lawyer shares study..
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Brain Injury / Head Injury, Personal Injury Claims on February 17th, 2010
Ottawa Brain Injury Lawyer – Ontario Brain Injury Lawyers -Ottawa Traumatic Brain Injury Study Shows Increase in Spirituality Following Brain Injury
Individuals who suffer a personal injury and brain injury are likely to have an increased feeling of spirituality due to damage or personal injury of the right parietal lobe, which is the cerebral area within the brain that determines an individual’s place in time and space, both emotionally and physically, according to the latest study from the University of Missouri-Columbia.
The study focused on 26 individuals with a traumatic brain injury (TBI), but who were functioning within society as the ”walking wounded.” The study revealed that those who suffered personal injury from right parietal lobe damage felt more feelings of being lost or spaced out, which was the equivalent of measuring higher on the standard measure of spirituality test. The study also revealed that Contralateral Neglect Syndrome can cause those with a brain injury to retrieve “information from the contralateral side, but patients may not have a conscious awareness” of this and therefore feel dislocated from the world.
If you have been involved in an accident and suffer from a brain injury, you may need a personal injury law firm to help you get the help and support you need. As a highly experienced Ottawa brain injury lawyer, I have helped many Ottawa brain injury victims through some very difficult times and got them the finances and medical support they needed. As a brain injury victim you may have questions you want to ask an experienced Ottawa brain injury lawyer or Ontario brain injury lawyer and you are welcome to give me a call or email me directly. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information on a brain injury. Call for a free legal consultation with no obligation. I would be happy to answer any questions you may have. Chances are you need an Ottawa brain injury lawyer or Ontario brain injury lawyer and a brain injury lawsuit will likely result in the compensation and medical treatments you need. You owe it to yourself, you have been through enough.
-David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Brain Injury Lawyers- Ontario Brain InjuryLawyer- Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer
