I love skiing. While the ski hill is a place of joy for me and many others, it is also a place where a lot of serious injuries occur.  Sometimes the injuries are unavoidable.  More often, injuries are avoidable so long as everyone is acting responsibly.   If you’re injured at the ski hill, any number of people might be responsible for your injuries (e.g., ski hill, staff, other skiers, supervisors, instructors).  Most of these people have insurance, and you may be entitled to compensation from their insurance company.  To get compensation, first you must show that so ..read more

Stretching from Deux-Rivières in the northwest Arnprior in the southeast, Highway 17 is the aorta of Renfrew County. It’s part of the TransCanada Highway network and passes through, or comes very close to, most municipalities in Renfrew County.  All roads may lead to Rome in Europe, but here in Renfrew County, all roads lead to Highway 17. For some of us, Highway 17 is part of our daily commute. Most of us don’t need to travel the Highway daily.  For us that do not travel Highway 17 daily, we still use the highway quite often for trips to Ottawa for medical appointments, shopping, sp ..read more

As we welcome a new year, we at Bergeron Clifford Injury Lawyers are grateful for the unwavering support you’ve shown us over the years. We’ve been honoured to be recognized as a “Top 10 Injury Law Firm” by Canadian Lawyer Magazine for the past seven consecutive years. We will be grateful for your support again. Ted Bergeron and Chris Clifford started serving injured individuals and their families in 1999 out of a small office with two dedicated staff. Over the past 25 years we have grown significantly, and now are comprised of 10 lawyers and over 40 staff working out of 5 offi ..read more

The door to where law can be practised is wide open like the practice of law itself. At Queen’s Law, the Career Development Office (CDO) equips students with the tools to accomplish what they want to achieve and where they want to achieve it, whether it’s in a large urban centre or in smaller regions and municipalities. Warren WhiteKnight, Law’13, took full advantage of the CDO’s services and resources throughout his legal studies, and found that pursuing a small-market practice was the right path for him. Warren WhiteKnight, Law’13, has found professional and personal fulfillment in Kingston ..read more

Cycling in Ontario offers a blend of urban and scenic routes, making it a popular choice for commuters and enthusiasts alike. However, with the increasing number of bicycles on the road, the potential for accidents and injuries rises. Understanding your rights and the legal avenues available is crucial when faced with cycling injuries. This blog post delves into the complexities of cycling injuries and lawsuits in Ontario, offering insights and guidance for those seeking compensation and justice.   Understanding Cycling Laws in Ontario Ontario’s Highway Traffic Act outlines specific rule ..read more

Welcome to our latest discussion on personal injury law in Eastern Ontario. Today, we are exploring a less-discussed yet increasingly common issue: golf cart injuries. As leisure activities surge, understanding the legal landscape surrounding such accidents is crucial. Our expertise at Bergeron Clifford is your guide to navigating these complex situations.   Understanding Golf Cart Injuries   Golf carts, often seen as harmless leisure vehicles, can unfortunately lead to serious injuries. While designed for the golf course, their use has expanded into communities and resorts. Accident ..read more

Regardless of why the chicken crossed the road, it had the right not to get hit by a car. So do you. If you get hit by a car as a pedestrian, there are a lot of things to consider. This blog will provide an overview of things to keep in mind, both as a pedestrian and as a driver. Right of Way Pedestrians in Ontario have the right of way when crossing the road. This means that cars must yield to pedestrians. No amount of signaling can circumvent this obligation.   When a pedestrian is hit by a car, not only is the driver liable for the pedestrian’s injuries, but they are also likely to fa ..read more

Four-legged friends form integral parts of many Ontario families. Cuddles, slobber, and wagging tails are the start to many families’ days. When you get bitten by someone else’s fur baby, though, it may not be a walk in the park. It’s essential to understand the applicable law and your rights as a dog bite victim.   Legal Framework in Ontario In Ontario, the Dog Owner’s Liability Act (DOLA) is the legislation governing dog bites. According to DOLA, dog owners are held strictly liable for injuries caused by their dogs. This means that regardless of the dog’s history or the owner’s knowledg ..read more

It’s important to have open courts. We cannot truly trust a court system that is not transparent. British history tells us about the Star Chamber, the often-secret court where a group of select elites made judicial decisions designed to favour the Crown without any real or meaningful attempt to present evidence or allow representation. Even now, our free and open court system can cause us to feel morally superior to Russians and pretend democracies around the world who engage in pantomime justice.   But is complete transparency all the time the best solution in all cases? Some would argue ..read more

Inflation.   We’ve heard that word a lot over the past two years.  We’ve also felt the impact of inflation at the grocery store, at the gas pump, and on our variable-rate loans.   Motor Vehicle Accident victims are also impacted by inflation, since the monetary thresholds and deductibles are indexed to inflation, they increase every year.  If inflation is high, the increase is high.   As of 2023, the monetary threshold is $147,889.59, and the deductible is $44,367.24.[1]  This means that if an accident victim is awarded less than $147,889.59 in general damages, th ..read more