There was a two-vehicle head-on collision on Falconbridge Road, Sudbury on March 19, 2013.  As a result of this Sudbury head-on car accident, two people were reportedly taken to Health Sciences North with serious injuries.

According to reports, a southbound Chevrolet pickup truck driven by a 27-year-old woman collided with a northbound Ford pickup truck being driven by a 63-year-old man.

First and foremost, we with  those injured in this Sudbury head-on crash a speedy and complete recovery. 

In Ontario, when someone is injured in a head-on car accident, they can advance a claim for statutory accident benefits.  In addition, to these statutory benefits, there can also be claims against the at-fault driver's insurance company for compensation. 

Iacobelli Law Firm is a dedicated personal injury law firm that handles serious car accident claims throughout Ontario.  We offer a free, no obligation consultation.  If you or a loved one has been seriously injured or killed as a result of a car accident in Ontario, call us for a free consultation at 416-900-1070 or toll free at 1-866-234-6093, or complete an online contact form here.

There was a fatal pedestrian accident in Brampton, Ontario on Friday March 15, 2013.  This Brampton fatal pedestrian accident occurred on Steeles Avenue near Melanie Drive in Brampton.  According to reports, a 40 year-old man from Brampton, Ontario was struck by a 2009 Dodge Charger.  The vehicle that hit the man was being operated by a 64 year-old Brampton man.

First and foremost Iacobelli Law Firm offers its sincere condolences to the family and friends of the man that tragically lost his life in this Brampton pedestrian fatality.  

Investigators from the Major Collision Bureau are investigating the circumstances of this fatal accident, and are appealing for witnesses.

When a loved one is killed as a result of a fatal pedestrian accident in Ontario, the family of the deceased may be able to advance a wrongful death claim, if the death was caused by the actions or negligence of another person.  In Ontario fatal pedestrian accident claims, the members of the deceased’s  family may be able to obtain compensation for their financial losses.  In addition, Ontario law provides for claims for the loss of guidance, care and companionship of their loved one, as well as loss of services.  There are additional statutory benefits payable by the 
automobile insurer.  

When pedestrian is struck and injured or killed, such as in this Brampton pedestrian accident there may be a presumption of negligence against the driver of the motor vehicle.  This reverse onus for pedestrian accidents is created by the Highway Traffic Act.

For grieving families that have lost a loved one in a fatal pedestrian accident, it is extremely difficult to turn their attention to advancing a claim for insurance proceeds.  Iacobelli Law Firm represents families of those that have tragically lost a loved one due to negligence.  We can appreciate that this is a most difficult time, and we provide respectful and compassionate service throughout the insurance claim process. 

If you have lost a loved one as a result of a fatal accident in Ontario, call our Ontario personal injury law firm for a free
consultation.  We will take the time to meet with you and answer your questions.  The consultation is absolutely free and confidential, and there is no obligation to retain our firm.  Call us at 416-900-1070 or toll free at 1-866-234-6093 or complete our contact form here.

There are reports of a serious pedestrian accident in Markham Ontario.  This pedestrian accident occurred on Main Street near Highway 7.  According to early reports a male has been taken to hospital with serious injuries. 

First and foremost, we would like to wish the pedestrian injured in this accident well, and we sincerely hope that he will make a complete and speedy recovery. 

The York Regional Police are investigating the circumstances of this Markham pedestrian accident.  Main Street has been closed between highway 7 and Dublin Road for the police investigation.   

Rights To Compensation Following a Pedestrian Accident In Ontario
As an Ontario personal injury lawyer, we are often asked whether an injured pedestrian has access to compensation following an accident. The answer is Yes.  In Ontario, when a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle, they will often have at least two sources of compensation available through insurance.  The first avenue of compensation, known as Statutory Accident Benefits, is available from an auto insurance policy providing coverage over the injured pedestrian.  There are priority rules that determine which insurance company will be responsible for the Statutory Accident Benefits.  In addition to the Accident Benefits, the injured pedestrian will likely be able to claim for additional compensation against the insurance policy for the vehicle that was involved in striking the pedestrian.  There may be other sources of compensation and benefits available as well, depending on the facts and insurance coverages.

The process of applying for benefits and advancing claims following a pedestrian accident can be complex.  There are deadlines that must be met, otherwise an injury victim may be barred from making certain claims.  It is important to speak with an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer early, in order to make sure that you are not jeopardizing your rights.

Free Consultation With Ontario Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
At Iacobelli Law Firm, we offer free, no obligation, consultations for all prospective clients.  You will meet in person with an experienced personal injury lawyer, and have your questions answered.  We also offer No Win - No Fee retainers, so you don't pay us anything unless and until your case is settled.  To request your free consultation call us at 416-900-1070 or 1-866-234-6093 or complete our online contact form here.

We also accomodate hospital and home visits if you are too injured to attend at our office.


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There are reports of a fatal accident that occurred on Lasalle Extension, between Frood Road and Municipal Road 35 in Sudbury.  Sadly, one person is dead following this February 23, 2013 accident. 

According to early reports, an eastbound car and a westbound SUV collided around 8:40 p.m.  A young man, age 22, was driving the car, and has died as a result of his injuries.   The driver of the SUV and his passenger received serious injuries and were being treated at hospital.  The Police were investigating the circumstances for the accident, and the road was closed in the area of the collision.

First and foremost, we offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the young man who died as a result of this Sudbury head on collision.  We also hope that the other injured people make a complete and quick recovery.  

Head-on car accidents are among the most devastating accidents in Ontario. Although there can be countless causes for Ontario head-on accidents, among the leading cause is distracted driving. When a vehicle crosses the centre line, head-on collisions can result in catastrophic injuries and death as is the case in this recent tragedy.  The family of the young man killed in this head on accident may be able to advance insurance claims for their loss.   Additionally, the injured occupants of the other vehicle, will also be able to advance claims.  

In addition to no-fault insurance benefits payable after a car accident, there may also be a civil claim against the at-fault driver.  These claims are also typically paid for by insurance.  More information would be needed in order to identify which vehicle caused this head-on crash.

Iacobelli Law Firm is a Ontario law firm that represents families and injury victims throughout Ontario.  For a free, no obligation consultation, contact us toll free at 1.866.234.6093 or complete our online contact form here.   We also offer contingency fee retainers, so that you pay no fees until your case is resolved.  

There was a rollover accident on the early morning of March 2, 2013 on Highway 403 in Burlington, Ontario.  According to early reports, four people were taken to hospital with serious injuries.  This Burlington rollover accident happened in the westbound lanes of Highway 403 near Waterdown Road.

The accident was being investigated by the Ontario Provincial Police, and the westbound lanes of Highway 403 were closed in the area for the police investigation.  There are reports that one of the occupants was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected from the vehicle.

Vehicle rollover car accidents are among the most devastating accidents in Ontario.   Ontario collisions resulting in vehicle rollovers can have catastrophic consequences.  The occupants involved in this Ontario rollover accident will be entitled to make insurance claims for their injuries.  If the driver of the vehicle was at fault in any way, the passengers may claim additional benefits from the driver's insurance. 

If you  have been injured in a Ontario rollover accident, you will be focused on you health and your future well being.  On top of everything that you are dealing with, you  will soon have to navigate the complex insurance claims process with the insurance companies and claims representatives.  The insurance claims process  following an Ontario car
accident is complex.  No matter how pleasant the insurance adjuster may seem, you need to remember that the  insurance company representatives and adjusters are not on your side.  The goal  of the insurance company is to pay to you as little compensation as possible for  your loss.  The insurance adjuster knows the ins-and-outs of how the insurance  process works and, if you are not properly informed, you will be a great disadvantage.

In order to level the playing field with the insruance company, and obtain a  fair and reasonable resolution of your car accident claim, you need an experienced Ontario auto accident claim  lawyer.  You need an Ontario lawyer like Andrew A. Iacobelli, with years of  experience handling car accident and personal injury matters. 

Lawyer Andrew Iacobelli is an experienced Toronto car accident lawyer who represents clients who  have been injured in auto accidents in the greater Toronto  area.   If you have been involved in an auto accident and injured, contact Andrew Iacobelli before you talk to the insurance company and before you decide to represent yourself.   Initial consultations with our law firm are always FREE.  If we accept your case, we offer contingency fee retainers—that means you pay nothing until  there is a recovery for you.

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