A hit-and-run accident in Markham has left a 67-year-old man with serious injuries. This Markham hit and run accident occurred on Friday, February 5, 2016 around 6:00 PM in the area of Warden Avenue and Gibson Drive.  The accident is under investigation by the York Regional Police Major Collision Investigation Unit.  According to information released by police, the are currently looking for alight-coloured Kia Soul, which may have been involved in the accident.

The victim of this Markham hit and run accident is a a 67-year-old man - he was riding his bicycle when he was struck.   We sincerely hope that the victim will make a complete recovery from his injuries. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Major Collision Investigation Unit by calling 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7704, or to call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS.
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Hit and run accidents continue to  be a problem on Toronto and GTA roads.  When drivers fail to remain, they put the victim at increased risk of serious injury or death.  Following an accident, injury victims often face a number of hardships, including financial and emotional.  All accidents are difficult, but a hit-and-run accident can result in greater challenges for the victim.

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a hit and run accident, call us for a FREE CONSULTATION.  We have experience with serious injury claims resulting from hit-and-run accidents, and we may be able to help you.  The consultation is free and completely confidential.  If you decide to retain us, you will not need to pay us unless we are able to successfully resolve your claim.  


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A man has been arrested and charged by the York Regional Police, following a fatal hit-and-run accident that killed a cyclist in the Town of Georgina.

First and foremost, we offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the young man that was killed in this Georgina hit-and-run accident.  

This collision occurred on Pollock Road, west of Kennedy Road.  The cyclist, a 19-year-old man from the Town of Georgina, was transported to hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.  On Monday, July 18, 2013, an 18-year-old male from the Town of East Gwillimbury was arrested by York Regional Polcie and charged. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Collision Investigation Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7704, or email at traffic@yrp.ca, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or leave an anonymous tip online at www.1800222tips.com, or text your tip by sending TIPYORK and your message to CRIMES (274637) starting with the word YORK.

Following a hit-and-run accident you may need to file multiple insurance claims.  Accessing the unidentified motorist insurance coverage is complex and there are strict deadlines. If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of a vehicle that fled the accident scene, it is important to speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer in order to preserve your rights to compensation.


We offer free, no obligation, consultations to the families that have lost a loved one as a result of a fatal accident.  To learn more about your rights following a hit-and-run accident, and to request  a free consultation contact us at 416-900-1070 or toll free at 1-866-234-6093 or complete our online contact form here.  


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A pedestrian was the victim of a Toronto hit and run accident on Thursday, June 27, 2013, at approximately 10:00 pm. This hit and run accident occurred on Danforth Road, east of Huntington Avenue in Toronto.  A 29-year-old woman was attempting to cross Danforth Road, from the south side to the north side, when she was struck by a vehicle.  The driver of the vehicle then fled the scene. 

The young woman was taken to hospital with serious injuries. Iacobelli Law Firm sincerely wishes the young woman injured in this hit and run crash a speedy and full recovery.  We also hope that the Toronto Police are able to swiftly identify the driver that fled the scene. 

The Toronto Police are requesting that anyone with information contact police at 416-808-1900, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook.

f you have been injured in a car accident caused by a negligent driver who has fled the scene and is never located, you may be wondering whether you have any recourse.  Many victims of Ontario hit-and-run accidents believe that their options and sources for obtaining insurance coverage and compensation are limited to accident benefits.

An experienced Toronto injury lawyer can help you pursue the insurance coverage you are legally entitled to receive.  In many Toronto hit-and-run accident cases, there may be compensation available through insurance, which provides coverage for unidentified vehicles following a hit-and-run car accident. 

Iacobelli Law Firm is a Ontario personal injury and insurance law firm.  We can help, if you have been injured as a result of hit-and-run car accident.  For a free consultation with a Toronto hit and run accident lawyer call us at 416-900-1070 or 1-866-234-6093. 

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There are reports of a a fatal pedestrian collision in the City of Markham.  This pedestrian accident occurred on Tuesday, February 5, at approximately 9 a.m. at the intersection of Carlton Road and Central Park Drive. According to York Regional Police, a black Mitsubishi was travelling southbound on Central Park Drive, and made a left turn onto Carlton Road where it struck a pedestrian in the crosswalk.  Sadly, the pedestrian, a female resident of the City of Markham, succumbed to her injuries at the scene. 

First and foremost, Iacobelli Law Firm offers its sincere condolences and support to the family and friends of the pedestrian that was tragically killed in this Markham accident.  

Unfortunately, motor vehicle accidents involving pedestrians remain quite common in Ontario.  Pedestrian accidents occur on roadways, parking lots, and often when pedestrians are on the sidewalk and are hit by vehicles exiting driveways.  Of course it is a shock and devestating to the family and friends whenever a pedestrian is injured or killed.  This kind of tragedy is entirely unexpected.   Drivers need to be more attentive to pedestrians, particularly at intersections and near crosswalks.  

In Ontario, when a pedestrian is injured or killed because of motor vehicle, there are civil remedies available.  These are claims against the at-fault driver, which are typically covered by automobile insurance policies.  Ontario law creates a presumption of negligence whenever a pedestrian or cyclist is hit by a car.  That is, the driver of the vehicle is presumed to negligent, and has the burden of proving otherwise.  This is an exception to negligence and tort law.  Nonetheless, pedestrian claims are often vigorously defended by the insurance company.  When a pedestrian is killed, the family members can make claims for their losses, including loss of guidance, care and companionship of their loved one.  

If a loved one has been killed in a fatal pedestrian accident in Ontario, it is important to seek the advice of Ontario car accident lawyer.  A knowledgeable lawyer will be able to answer your questions and provide guidance about your options.   Although it is difficult to consider insurance claims at the time of tragedy, it is important to seek advice early as there are strict time limits for advancing claims.  Once the limitation period expires, the claims are forever barred.  

Iacobelli Law Firm is an Ontario personal injury and insurance law practice, with offices in Richmond Hill / Markham area and Toronto. We provide a free consultation to familes that have lost a loved one in fatal car accident or fatal pedestrian accident.  To request your free consultation with a personal injury lawyer, call us at 416-900-1070 or toll free at 1-866-234-6093 or complete our online contact form here. 

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A Brampton pedestrian was the victim of a hit-and-run accident on December 1, 2012.  According to reports, the victim, a 65 year-old Brampton man was struck by a vehicle while crossing the street at Queen Street East and Centre Street, in Brampton.  Sadly, the involved vehicle did not stop to render assistance but, instead, fled the scene. 

The man who was struck in this Brampton pedestrian accident was taken to hospital with serious injuries.  We hope that the man involved in this pedestrian accident will make a quick and complete recovery from his injuries. 

Police are investigating the circumstances of this Brampton hit-and-run pedestrian accident, and are seeking witnesses to the accident along with anyone with information about the involved vehicle.  Anyone with information regarding this pedestrian accident is asked to call Peel Regional Police’s Major Collision Bureau at (905) 453-2121, ext. 3710. Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or by visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca.   

This recent Brampton pedestrian accident, will now form part of this years statistics for pedestrian and vehicle accidents.  There have been many pedestrian accidents recently, which may due in part to our changing weather and fewer daylight hours.  When a pedestrian is struck and injured in Ontario, there 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.  

Hit-and-run accidents present unique challenges with respect to insurance claims for the injured persons losses.  In such circumstances, it is important to have the advice of an Ontario personal injury lawyer early in order to preserve rights to benefits. 

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There was a fatal pedestrian accident in Toronto in the early evening of November 27, 2012.  This Toronto fatal pedestrian accident occurred on Midland Avenue near McNicoll Avenue.  The victim of this accident was a young man in his early 40s. 

First and foremost, we offer our condolences and support to the family and friends of the man who was tragically killed in this Toronto pedestrian accident. 

This fatal pedestrian accident in Toronto is a sad reminder of the dangers faced by pedestrians and cyclists everyday.  This time of year is particularly dangerous for pedestrians in Toronto because of the reduced visibility with fewer daylight hours and often overcast.  Drivers need to be aware of pedestrians, and must exercise caution and look out for the presence of pedestrians. 

When a pedestrian is struck and injured or killed in Toronto, there 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. If the family of the man who was killed in this pedestrian accident chooses to bring a claim for wrongful death, they may be entitled to obtain compensation for their losses.  In Ontario, if a pedestrian is injured or killed by a vehicle the victim and/or their family can advance claims for the loss of guidance, care, companionship and services of their loved one. 

Wrongful death claims can be complex and are often vigorously defended by the insurance company.  As such, it is important to speak with a Toronto personal injury lawyer.  Iacobelli Law Firm is a dedicated personal injury law firm and we offer a free consultation, and no fee unless we recover for you.  To speak with us, call our personal injury firm at 416-900-1070 or by completing our contact form here.

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