Ontario Snowbirds may be much better off bringing their Ontario vehicle back and forth to Florida rather than purchasing or registering a vehicle in the United States.   The convenience of a Florida registered vehicle, could leave you with a major gap in your insurance coverage.  

Each year, thousands of Canadians from Ontario, affectionately known as "Snowbirds," migrate south to Florida to escape the harsh winter months. While the allure of sunny skies and warm beaches is undeniable, Snowbirds looking to purchase a vehicle in Florida should proceed with caution. The main concern lies in the potentially limited protection under their Ontario auto insurance policy, particularly when it comes to the family protection coverage against inadequately insured motorists.  

Understanding Family Protection Coverage
In Ontario, most auto insurance policies include family protection coverage. This coverage is designed to provide additional protection in the event you or a family member are involved in an accident with a driver who has insufficient insurance to cover the damages. Essentially, it bridges the gap between the at-fault driver's coverage and your own, offering peace of mind and additional financial security.  

The Florida Complication
The warm embrace of the Floridian sun comes with its share of complications regarding auto insurance.  Florida drivers tend to have far less liability insurance than Canadian vehicles.  It's actually not that uncommon for a Florida vehicle to have zero coverage for third party liability.  That means, if a Canadian is injured in a crash caused by a Florida driver, there is a significant risk that the at-fault party will not have enough insurance to cover the loss.   A serious injury in an auto crash in Florida can result in hundreds of thousands of dollars in medical bills, in addition to pain and suffering.   For Ontario residents, the good news is, that they usually enjoy protection from their auto insurance policy in Ontario.  This coverage, known as the Family Protection Coverage, protects Ontario residents injured anywhere in the United States from an inadequately insured driver.  

What Happens When an Ontario Driver Has a Florida Vehicle Insured in Florida?
When purchasing a vehicle in Florida, Ontario Snowbirds might find themselves in a tricky situation if involved in a crash with an inadequately insured vehicle. The reason? Your Ontario-based family protection coverage might not extend to vehicles registered outside of Canada, such as a car you buy and insure in Florida.  

Potential Gaps in Coverage
The primary concern for Snowbirds should be the potential gaps in coverage. If your newly purchased Floridian vehicle is involved in an accident with an inadequately insured motorist, you might find yourself without the comprehensive safety net provided by your Ontario policy's family protection coverage. This can lead to significant out-of-pocket expenses, especially considering the potential for high medical costs in the United States.  

Let's review why the Ontario Family Protection coverage might not apply.  The Family Protection coverage primarily protects the named insured (the person who holds the policy), their spouse, and any dependent relatives. A dependent relative could be someone under 18, over 18 but incapacitated, over 18 and in full-time education, or a relative mainly supported financially by the named insured or their spouse.  If the named insured is a corporation, association, partnership, sole proprietorship, or similar, officers, employees, or partners who regularly use the described automobile are covered, along with their spouses and dependent relatives.

The coverage does not apply if the insured person owns or leases the other vehicle for more than 30 days unless there is family protection coverage in force on that other vehicle. This is particularly relevant to the example of driving another vehicle that one owns, such as a Florida registered vehicle. If an individual drives another vehicle they own, they would only be considered an "insured person" under this specific coverage if the family protection coverage also applies to that other vehicle.

Let's Consider an Example:
Imagine John is a Canadian Snowbird from Ontario.  John has two cars. One is insured under a Ontario auto insurance policy with family protection coverage (Car A), and the other (Car B) is registered an insured in Florida. If John is driving Car B and is involved in an accident with an inadequately insured motorist, he might not be covered under the family protection coverage of Car A’s policy unless he has specifically included family protection coverage for Car B as well.

What Can Snowbirds Do?
If you are considering registering a vehicle in Florida, be careful.  Compare insurance prices, particularly with respect to Underinsured Motorist Coverage.  You can and should purchase Underinsured motorist coverage for any vehicle registered in Florida.  The costs of such insurance is often very expensive in the United States due to the higher risk of encountering a Underinsured motorist claim.  Otherwise, if may be wiser to transport your Ontario vehicle temporarily to the United States so that you have all the benefits of your Ontario auto insurance policy. 

Consider Additional Insurance: Travel and Health Insurance are essential if you are vacationing in the United States.  A serious accident can result in significant medical expenses.  

Conclusion
For Ontario Snowbirds, the dream of cruising down Florida's coastal highways in their own vehicle can quickly become complicated if the unexpected happens. While navigating the complexities of cross-border insurance coverage might seem daunting, taking proactive steps to understand and mitigate these risks is crucial. By doing so, you can ensure that your time in the sun remains carefree and protected, just as it should be.

Andrew Iacobelli is an experienced personal injury lawyer who established Iacobelli Law Firm with offices located in Ontario, Canada and Florida, U.S.A. Andrew restricts his practice to the representation of personal injury victims in claims involving serious injuries and wrongful death in Canada and the United States.  Andrew is often referred to as the Snowbird Attorney and is the author of "Are You a Canadian Injured in the United States? Claim the Damages and Insurance Coverage the Right Way". 

Canadians traveling to the United States for work or leisure have a right to be protected in the event of a car accident, even if the driver who caused the accident does not have insurance. This protection is provided through a type of insurance coverage known as underinsured motorist coverage, which is available to Canadians through their Ontario, Canada insurance policy.

If you are a Canadian who has been injured in a car accident in Florida, you may be entitled to make a claim under your Ontario insurance policy for underinsured motorist coverage. This coverage is designed to protect you in the event that the driver who caused the accident does not have insurance or does not have enough insurance to cover the damages you have suffered.

In order to make a successful claim for underinsured motorist coverage, it is important to understand the legal process and to work with an experienced personal injury attorney who has a deep understanding of both Canadian and American law. An experienced cross-border injury lawyer can help you navigate the complex and often confusing legal system, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary.

Underinsured motorist coverage is an important resource for Canadians who are injured in car accidents in the United States, as it provides compensation for damages such as medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With the help of a qualified personal injury lawyer, you can ensure that your rights are protected and that you receive the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

In addition to underinsured motorist coverage, there may be other types of insurance coverage available to Canadians who are injured in car accidents in the United States. An experienced personal injury lawyer can help you determine what insurance coverage is available to you and help you make a claim for the damages you have suffered.

If you are a Canadian who has been injured in a car accident in Florida, do not hesitate to reach out to our team of experienced personal injury lawyers for help. With the right representation, you can ensure that your rights are protected and that you receive the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

Andrew Iacobelli is an experienced personal injury lawyer who established Iacobelli Law Firm with offices located in Ontario, Canada and Florida, U.S.A. Andrew restricts his practice to the representation of personal injury victims in claims involving serious injuries and wrongful death in Canada and the United States.  Andrew is the author of "Are You a Canadian Injured in the United States? Claim the Damages and Insurance Coverage the Right Way".  For Canadians who have been injured while visiting the United States, Andrew is an invaluable resource. He has a thorough understanding of both Canadian and American law and is able to provide guidance and representation.

We are the lawyers that other lawyers turn to for cross-border accidents.  If you are a Canadian that was injured in the United States, we can help.  Andrew Iacobelli has been called "The Snowbird Attorney", because he regularly assists Canadians that are injured while down south in Florida.  With offices located in Ontario and Florida, we are uniquely suited to meet all of the needs of Canadians that are injured in Florida.  

Cross border accidents involving Canadian residents injured in the United States can be difficult, and often require proceedings on both sides of the border.  Many Canadians do not realize that they may be entitled to claims and benefits both in the United States and Canada.  Similarly, lawyers that only practice in either Ontario or Florida, might not be able to assist with all aspects of the claim. 

​If you have questions about a cross-border accident claim, call the Snowbird Attorney, Andrew Iacobelli, for a free consultation.  Andrew Iacobelli is also the author of "Are You a Canadian Injured in the United States? Claim the Damages and Insurance Coverage the Right Way"  Call us 24/7 at 1-866-234-6093 to request a Free Consultation.  

Now that COVID restrictions have eased, many Canadians have resumed travelling to the United States for vacation and work.  Unfortunately, sometimes car accidents can happen while travelling.  Although we are most known for helping Canadians injured in Florida, we have actually worked with Ontario residents injured throughout the United States, not just Florida.  By nature of the border with Michigan and New York, we see a lot of cases involving Canadians involved in car accidents in these neighboring states.  We are proud that many of our cases come to us from US based personal injury attorneys.  Many US attorneys involve us early in the the process to assist their injured clients with first-party not fault benefits, and the Under insured Motorist (UIM) claim.  Often, we are consulted only after the under insured motorist  carrier fails to respond to repeated demands.   

​With UM and UIM claims in particular, it is important to observe that Ontario auto insurance companies will routinely contest jurisdiction in a US court.  We have seen Ontario insurance companies successfully defeat jurisdiction for the UIM claim when an Ontario resident attempts to include their Ontario auto insurer in an action against the at-fault party in the United States. The usual argument from the insurer is that the court lacks jurisdiction because the claim for the underinsured coverage sounds in contract law rather than tort law.  As such, it is important for US counsel representing Canadians to pay attention to the statute of limitations on UIM and UM claims and ensure that those claims are preserved in the event that their client needs  to bring an action in an Ontario court.   The statute of limitations will start to run as soon as a demand is made for payment from the underinsured or uninsured coverage.  Ontario auto insurance policies usually have generous underinsured and uninsured motorist coverage.  It is common to see coverage in the amount of one million dollars or more.  As such, if you are a Canadian injured in the United States, you should consider whether you will need to make a claim for underinsured motorist coverage. 

Our Personal Injury lawyers are experienced in cross-border accidents.  We offer a FREE Consultation so please feel free to call us at 1-866- 234-6093. We are available to take your call 24/7.

Andrew Iacobelli is an experienced personal injury lawyer who established Iacobelli Law Firm with offices located in Ontario, Canada and Florida, U.S.A. Andrew restricts his practice to the representation of personal injury victims in claims involving serious injuries and wrongful death in Canada and the United States.  Andrew is the author of "Are You a Canadian Injured in the United States? Claim the Damages and Insurance Coverage the Right Way". 

If you are an Ontario resident injured in a car accident while visiting the United States, you may be entitled to No Fault Insurance benefits.  If you have an Ontario auto insurance policy, you may be asked by your Canadian insurance company to choose or elect between the no fault (Statutory Accident Benefits) available in Ontario and those available in the United States where the accident occurred. 

It is important to note that No Fault or PIP benefits in the US are state specific.  There are great differences between the benefits available in one state and another.  While some US states offer generous No Fault PIP benefits, there are many that provide very little coverage.  The choice between Ontario and US No Fault Benefits are made available to Ontario residents by virtue of Section 59 of the Ontario Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule.  Typically, the Ontario insurance company will provide you with a summary or menu of benefits showing those in Ontario and the US State where your crash occurred.  You will be asked to sign a form, and warned that your choice is final and cannot be changed later.  

Your choice in benefits can have a major impact on the amount of funding for treatment, rehabilitation, and lost wages.  This choice should not be taken lightly.  If an insurance company asks you to choose between Ontario benefits and those of the United States, it is time to speak with a lawyer.  Make sure you are informed and make the right choice.  

Iacobelli Law Firm represents Ontario residents injured in the United States.  We have expertise in this complex area of law, and we can help you understand what you may be giving up in Ontario when choosing benefits.  Consultations are always free for prospective clients, so do not hesitate to get in touch with us.  

Andrew Iacobelli is an experienced personal injury lawyer who established Iacobelli Law Firm with offices located in Ontario, Canada and Florida, U.S.A. Andrew restricts his practice to the representation of personal injury victims in claims involving serious injuries and wrongful death in Canada and the United States.  Andrew is the author of "Are You a Canadian Injured in the United States? Claim the Damages and Insurance Coverage the Right Way". ​

With travel for Canadians easing next month, many Canadians are expected to take a long awaited vacation to the United States.  If you are a Canadian (Ontario resident) and you are insured on an auto insurance policy issued in Ontario, you generally will be afforded coverage in the event of a motor vehicle accident while travelling outside of Ontario.  Section 1.2 of the OAP 1 (the standard Ontario auto insurance policy) provides as follows:

"This policy covers you and other insured persons for incidents occurring in Canada, the United States of America and any other jurisdiction designated in the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule, and on a vessel travelling between ports of those countries . . ."

When Canadians are travelling to the United States, there is a very high likelihood that you will be in a jurisdiction with lower auto insurance requirements than Ontario.  In the province of Ontario, all motor vehicles are required to have a minimum liability insurance policy of at least $200,000. Many people have liability limits of $1 million or more.  Conversely, in the United States, it is common for vehicles to have much lower liability insurance,   Based on my experience, most US states require around $25,000 in minimum liability insurance.  In Florida, where many Ontario residents travel for vacation, motorists are not required to have any insurance for third party bodily injury liability.  That means, you could be hit by a car or truck in Florida and the vehicle has no insurance at all to pay for your injuries or losses. This can be financially devastating if your injuries are serious and require emergency medical treatment.  We routinely see medical bills in the United States that are well in excess of $100,000 USD.   So how do Ontario residents protect themselves if travelling in the United States?  The answer is Underinsured motorist coverage.  

Underinsured Motorist coverage protects you and your family in the event that a vehicle with little or no insurance causes an accident in which you are injured.  Canadians injured in the United States in a car accident are fortunate if they have underinsured motorist insurance, because in that case your own insurance policy steps up and pays for your losses, including financial expenses and pain and suffering.  In Ontario, the Underinsured Motorist coverage comes in the form of an OPCF 44R, also known as Family Protection Coverage.  Most brokers in Ontario provide this coverage when you purchase car insurance, and you may not even know you have it.  If you are not sure if you have underinsured motorist coverage, call your insurance broker immediately.  This coverage is usually inexpensive and extremely important.   Without it, you can find yourself in financial ruin if you are seriously injured in a car accident while travelling in the United States.  

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident in the United States, we may be able to help you navigate the insurance claims.  These are complex cases and we have expertise in this area of law.  We have successfully represented many Canadians injured in car, truck and motorcycle accidents in the USA.  Call us day or night for a free consultation with a cross-border injury lawyer or request a free consultation here.  

Andrew Iacobelli is an experienced personal injury lawyer who established Iacobelli Law Firm with offices located in Ontario, Canada and Florida, U.S.A. Andrew restricts his practice to the representation of personal injury victims in claims involving serious injuries and wrongful death in Canada and the United States.  Andrew is the author of "Are You a Canadian Injured in the United States? Claim the Damages and Insurance Coverage the Right Way". 

As travel restrictions ease up for Canadians travelling to the United States, it is expected that many Canadians will be heading south this winter.  Florida remains a popular destination for Ontario residents, and every winter we are called on by individuals and other attorneys for advice regarding the right's of Ontario residents injured in car accidents while travelling in the United States. For our firm, the majority of these cases, involve Ontario residents that are involved a car crash while in sunny Florida.   


Here are some important things you should know if you are injured due to a crash in the United States:

1. Your Ontario auto insurance provides coverage for your injuries.  Many people think that only their vehicle property damage is covered by their Ontario policy.  Actually, you have coverage for your injuries as well.  Ontario Accident Benefits provide coverage for things such as medical and rehabilitation expenses.  The coverage will depend on the nature and severity of injuries.  

2. You will be asked to elect between Ontario first party benefits and those that are available in the jurisdiction where the crash occurred.  Choose wisely, as the election is final.  Get the advice of a lawyer that handles cross-border accidents to help you make an informed decision.  Insurance adjusters are usually not helpful - they often want you to elect the lesser of the benefits so that they save money.  Don't make the choice until you have talked to a lawyer.

3. If you are not at fault, you will most likely be entitled to bring an additional claim against the at-fault party for injuries you suffered as a result of the car crash.  This claim is almost always covered by insurance. 

4. Many US vehicles have insufficient insurance to pay the bodily injury claim.  As such, you may need to consider an Ontario underinsured or uninsured motorist claim.   A cross-border litigation lawyer can assist you in making this determination. 

5. The law that applies to your injury claim for an accident in the United States, and the insurance that responds, is almost always a blend between Ontario and US law.

6. Our law firm has offices in Ontario and the United States and we are experts in cross-border motor vehicle accident cases.  We are regularly called upon by attorneys in Canada and the United States to assist with these kinds of cases.  We are available 24/7 - so call us anytime to request a Free Consultation.

We hope that you have a great time travelling between Ontario and the United States, and that you never need our services.  If, however, you find yourself or a loved one in need of advice regarding a US accident, we are here for you.  Call us anytime, or complete our online form to request a free consultation.  We can be reached at 1-866-234-6093.  

Andrew Iacobelli is an experienced personal injury lawyer who established Iacobelli Law Firm with offices located in Ontario, Canada and Florida, U.S.A. Andrew restricts his practice to the representation of personal injury victims in claims involving serious injuries and wrongful death in Canada and the United States.  Andrew is the author of "Are You a Canadian Injured in the United States? Claim the Damages and Insurance Coverage the Right Way". 

When a Canadian (Ontario) is involved in a motor vehicle accident in the United States, they still enjoy the benefits provided by Ontario auto insurance.  As long as the Ontario resident has an auto insurance policy in Ontario or is otherwise covered under a valid Ontario auto policy, they will enjoy some important protections in the event that they are injured in a car or motorcycle accident while vvisiting the United States.  These benefits or protections from the Ontario auto policy will be available even if the accident does not involve their Ontario plated motor vehicle.  Whether a driver, passenger or even a pedestrian, an Ontario resident can get accident benefits from their Ontario auto policy.

Usually, the Ontario accident benefits available to accident victims are standardized for all Ontario accident victims.  In the case of a car accident injury in the United States, however, the Ontario resident will have a unique option to Elect benefits.  The right to elect accident benefits is an option that applies only in the case of an accident that occurs outside of the Province of Ontario.  Specifically, Section 59 of the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS) provides that a person claiming benefits may receive either: Ontario Benefits, or Benefits available in the jurisdiction in which the accident occurred.  This ability to choose benefits is an important consideration when Ontario residents are injured in a US accident.  Essentially, the Ontario resident will be able to choose the benefits from the jurisdiction that provides the most needed benefits for the person injured.  

How do you choose which benefits to elect?
Every jurisdiction has different benefits, so it is important to understand what is available in Ontario and what is available in the place where the accident occurred.  Once you an understanding and appreciation of available benefits you can make an informed decision to protect yourself from the losses caused by the accident.  Often, Ontario benefits are greater than those available in the United States, but not always.  Get informed.  

If I Elect Benefits from the United States, do I have to obtain treatment in the US?
The election of benefits has to do with the types of benefits available and the quantum, including the amount of money and how long the benefits are payable by the insurance company. This might include such things as medical and rehabilitation expenses, housekeeping expenses, attendant care, and wage loss replacement. if you elect the US State benefits, the treatment can still occur in Ontario and the claim will be paid by your Ontario insurance company. 

Free Consultations with a Cross Border Injury Lawyer
If you were injured in an accident in the United States or if you are a lawyer with questions about Ontario benefits, call Andrew Iacobelli for a free consultation.  Andrew Iacobelli is regularly consulted by injury victims and lawyers in Ontario and the United States with respect to legal questions pertaining to cross border accidents.  We are happy to speak with you, and we welcome your calls.  

Andrew Iacobelli is an experienced personal injury lawyer who established Iacobelli Law Firm with offices located in Ontario, Canada as well as offices in Florida, U.S.A. Andrew restricts his practice to the representation of personal injury victims in claims involving serious injuries and wrongful death. 

Ontario courts will apply the laws of the State where the accident occurred in determining the available remedies to the plaintiffs (lex loci), but the laws of Ontario would govern the quantification of such remedies (lex fori). A narrow exception to this rule may apply if it would be unjust for the plaintiffs to not have a remedy against the defendant according to the laws of the state where the accident occurred. If this is the case, the lex loci rule would not apply, and an Ontario court would apply the laws of Ontario to determine the available remedies to the plaintiffs as well as the quantification of same.

In Canada, case law generally establishes that substantive issues are governed by the law where the tort occurred or the lex loci, while procedural issues are  governed by the law of the forum or the lex fori.  This has been expounded in the case of Tolofson v. Jensen. The Supreme Court of Canada held that, generally, the substantive law of the State where the accident/tort occurred will be applied to the case even when the case is litigated in Ontario. However, the procedural rules of Ontario, where the case is proceeding, will govern all procedural steps. 

According to the decision in Tolofson, remedies that are available to the plaintiff are not considered to be procedural rules; rather, they affect the existence, extent and enforceability of the rights or duties of the parties, and should thus be characterized as substantive.  On the other hand, issues relating to the quantification of the remedies has been held to be procedural and, as such, are governed by the law of the forum in which the action is brought.   With that being said, there is a narrow exception to the Tolofson rule.  Namely, where the operation of the lex loci rule would result in an injustice, the courts have held that the appropriate law to apply is that which is most connected to the parties, not the lex loci delicti. 

In Hanlan et al. v. Sernesky, one of the plaintiffs was injured as a result of a motorcycle accident in Minnesota. That plaintiff sued the driver of the motorcycle in which he was a passenger for damages arising from personal injury, while the other plaintiffs brought claims under Ontario’s Family Law Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. F.3 (“Family Law Act”). The Court exercised its discretion to apply Ontario law rather than Minnesota law. In Justice Platana’s reasoning, he noted that there was a connection to this action in both Minnesota and Ontario. However, he found that the only real connection to Minnesota was that the accident took place there. Not only were the parties all residents of Ontario, but the defendant’s motorcycle was registered in Ontario and subject to a motor vehicle liability policy that was issued in Ontario. As a result of the Court concluding that the law of Ontario was to be applied, Ontario’s Family Law Act applied, and the plaintiff’s family was able to pursue compensation pursuant to Ontario’s Family Law Act.  In Hanlan, it was held that, in the circumstances, the operation of the lex loci rule would cause an injustice and, as such, the appropriate law to apply was one that is most connected to the parties, not the lex loci delicti. 

Sometimes cross-border accident claims will result in remedies both in Canada and the United States.  This is particularly common in the case of a Canadian injured in a car or motorcycle accident while visiting the United States.  Iacobelli Law Firm has experience with cross-border auto accident cases, and we can assist in determining whether your case will need to proceed in Canada or the United States or both.  For a FREE CONSULTATION, call us to learn more about your rights following a cross-border accident.  

Lawyer Andrew Iacobelli is admitted to practice law in Ontario, Florida and Michigan, and is called to the Federal District Courts in the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Florida.  Andrew has represented many Ontario residents that have been injured in auto and motorcycle accidents in the United States, including accidents in the States of Michigan, New York, Florida, Ohio, West Virginia, Texas, California, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Illinois.  Andrew Iacobelli is  also regularly consulted by US attorneys with cross-border injury claims that require coordinating insurance claims in Ontario and the United States.

Canadians travel frequently to the United States to visit friends or family, for vacation and for work.  When a Ontario resident is involved in a car accident while visiting the United States, they will often have access to Canadian and US insurance benefits. Quite often, when a Canadian is injured in a car accident in the USA, the claims for losses are primarily paid by a Canadian auto insurance policy.   

Fortunately, auto insurance policies issued to drivers and automobile owners in Ontario, provide coverage throughout Canada and the United States.  These policies include first-party accident benefits, as well as coverage for liability and underinsured and uninsured motorists. 

​With respect to the first-party benefits, an Ontario resident will have the option of electing benefits of either Ontario or the State where the accident occurred, in the case of a car accident in the United States.  The election cannot be changed, so it is important to understand the difference between Ontario benefits and the place of the accident before making an election of benefits on your accident benefits claim.  

Most US states also have lower minimum insurance requirements for their drivers and vehicles.  As such, many Canadians from Ontario will also need to consider advancing an Underinsured or, sometimes, Uninsured motorist claim.  These claims must be commenced in the Province of Ontario, even though the accident occurred in the United States.  Canadian courts have recognized that Ontario residents injured in an accident in the United States have a direct right to commence the  Underinsured or Uninsured claim independently of any claim they might also have against the at-fault driver in the United States. See, Somersall v. Friedman, 2002 SCC 59 (CanLII), [2002] 3 S.C.R. 109; Johnson v. Wunderlich (1986), 57 O.R. (2d) 600, 1986 CanLII 2618 (ON CA), 1986 CanLII 2618 (C.A.); Forsythe v. Westfall, 2015 ONCA 810.

It is important for Ontario residents to realize that they may need an Ontario car accident injury lawyer, even if they have hired a personal injury lawyer in the United States.  Although the U.S. lawyer will be able to advance the claims against the at-fault driver in the United States, they will not likely be familiar with the first-party claims for accident benefits, and underinsured motorists benefits.  

Iacobelli Law Firm regularly represents Canadians in their insurance claims following a car accident in the United States.  Lawyer Andrew Iacobelli has experience in Ontario and the United States, and is licensed in Ontario, Michigan and Florida, and is a member of trial lawyer organizations in Canada and the United States.  We have relationship and a network  with many lawyers throughout the United States, giving us the ability to assist Ontario residents with representation in Ontario, and we can also introduce you to lawyers in the U.S. to advance any part of the claim that must be commenced in the jurisdiction where the accident occurred.  

If you are a Canadian (Ontario) resident and have been injured in a car accident in the United States, we may be able to assist.  We provide FREE CONSULTATION with no obligation to prospective clients.  The Consultation is Free, Confidential and without any obligation on your part.  Call us any time, day or night, to learn more about your rights or to request a free consultation with a lawyer by calling 1-866-234-6093 or completing our contact form here.