Pedestrian accidents in Toronto account for many tragic deaths every year.  Recently, on October 30, 2021, a 65 year old man was killed while crossing Kennedy Road near Lawrence Avenue East in Toronto.  According to reports, the pedestrian was struck by a blue Dodge Caravan, operated by a 35 year old man.  The Dodge van was travelling northbound at the time of the collision.

First and foremost, the wrongful death lawyers and team at Iacobelli Law Firm offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the man who was tragically killed in this Toronto pedestrian accident. 

The investigation is on-going by members of Traffic Services with the Toronto Police.  Members of the public with information are asked to call Toronto police and provide information.  In our experience, when a pedestrian is struck by a motor vehicle, there is usually fault on the part of the driver of the vehicle.  Ontario also recognizes a rebuttable presumption of liability on the part of the driver in the context of a civil suit.  

In wrongful death cases involving pedestrians struck by vehicles, the Estate of the deceased along with immediate family members will have the right to advance civil claims for their losses.  These claims do not assign any criminal responsibility on the at-fault driver.  Instead, in a civil claim the family members can only seek money for their loss.  These claims are almost always handled and paid by the insurance policy on the vehicle involved in the crash.  

If you have lost a loved one due to a fatal pedestrian accident, you may be wondering about your rights.  Call us anytime or request a Free Consultation online and we can answer your questions and explain your rights and options.  There is no charge for the consultation, and there is absolutely no obligation.  All consultations are also confidential and private.  

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". ​

There are reports that two young children were struck by a vehicle in the Keele and Sheppard area near Downsview Park in Toronto.  This motor vehicle on pedestrian collision occurred in the early evening of May 10, 2017 at approximately 5:30 p.m.  

This accident remains under investigation by the Toronto Police Services, and full details are not yet known.  At the time of this collision, it was daylight and weather conditions were clear.  Yesterday evening, the area was closed for the police investigation.

The two children were rushed to hospital by ambulance.  First and foremost our thoughts are with the victims and their families - we certainly hope they make a speedy and complete recovery from their injuries.  

Iacobelli Law Firm reminds drivers to be cautious and remain attentive at all times.  For more information or to request a FREE CONSULTATION with an injury lawyer call us at 416-900-1070 or complete our online contact form here.     

​A 52-year-old woman sustained serious injuries after she was struck by a snowplow in North York on the morning of January 5, 2016.  The female pedestrian was struck at Steeles Avenue East.

First and foremost, we sincerely hope that the woman injured in this pedestrian accident makes a complete and speedy recovery.  

Toronto Police are investigating this collision, and anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 416-222-TIPS.   

Accidents involving pedestrians in Toronto and elsewhere in Ontario are, unfortunately, quite common. There is typically a spike in the number of pedestrians struck, during the late fall and winter months.  This is in part due to the reduced daylight hours, and also because people tend to wear darker colored clothing during the colder months.
Sadly, accidents involving pedestrians and cyclists often result in serious orthopaedic injuries, catastrophic injury or death in the case of a pedestrian fatality accident.    

Pedestrians Struck by Vehicles in Toronto Have Rights to Compensation
In Ontario, hen a pedestrian is struck by a car, there is a presumption of negligence against the driver of the motor vehicle.  This reverse onus for pedestrian accidents is created by the Highway Traffic Act.  The driver of the motor vehicle that hits a pedestrian in Toronto will have the burden of proving that they were not negligent.   As such, we are usually able to obtain fair compensation for pedestrians that are seriously injured by a motor vehicle.  These claims are typically paid by the insurance on the vehicle that struck the pedestrian.  
 
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If you or a loved one has been involved in a pedestrian accident in Ontario, contact Iacobelli Law  Firm to speak with an Ontario lawyer.  We offer prospective clients a free  consultation with a personal injury lawyer. There is no obligation.

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A pedestrian was seriously injured after a vehicle hit him in Brampton on Friday March 13, 2015. This recent Brampton pedestrian accident occurred near Pearson International Airport on Orlando Drive near Northwest Drive at approximately 6:40 am.  

According to early reports the male pedestrian was taken to Sunnybrook Health Sciences in Toronto with serious injuries.  First and foremost, we sincerely hope that the pedestrian injured in this accident will make a complete recovery from his injuries.  

This Brampton pedestrian accident was being investigated by Peel Regional Police.  Regardless of the outcome of the investigation, the pedestrian injured in this accident, will be entitled to make claims for insurance benefits.   In Ontario, whenever a pedestrian is hit by a motor vehicle, they will be entitled to advance claims for statutory accident benefits, which includes coverage for income replacement and medical and rehabilitation expenses.  Additionally, where there are more serious injuries, the victim and their family may also advance a claim against the at-fault driver. Such a claim will typically be paid by the at-fault driver's insurance policy.  

Pedestrian accidents insurance claims are complex and most people will require the assistance of an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a pedestrian accident in Ontario, contact Iacobelli Law  Firm to speak with an Ontario lawyer.  We offer prospective clients a free consultation with a personal injury lawyer. 


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As a dedicated personal injury lawyer serving Toronto, York Region and the GTA, we often represent pedestrians that have been seriously injured as a result of being struck by a motor vehicle. Pedestrian accidents in Toronto and the GTA often result in critical injuries and, often, these accidents can be fatal.  Pedestrian accidents account for a significant number of brain injuries and fractures and broken bones.  

In our experience, more pedestrian accidents occur in Toronto during the late fall and winter months.  Likely, this is because of less daylight, and weather factors that reduce visibility.  During colder months, pedestrians also tend to wear darker clothing, which also makes pedestrians less visible to drivers.  For drivers, it is important to stay aware and always expect pedestrians, particularly in urban areas and near intersections.  People walking can also do things to improve their safety, such as wearing bright or reflective clothing, and try to make eye contact with drivers before crossing the street.  It is important that pedestrians not simply assume that driver's have seen them and will stop.  

Due to the severity of injuries following a Toronto pedestrian accident, it is common to be off work and in need of assistance for an extended period of time.  Financial hardship can present additional challenges and difficulties on top of your efforts to get better and heal.  In Ontario, there are a number of laws that impact upon your rights to compensation following a pedestrian accident.  These laws apply to liability (fault) and damages (compensation). Additionally, there are often multiple insurance policies or claims that need to be advanced simultaneously to protect your rights.  Accident law is complex in Ontario, and most people will need the expertise of an Ontario personal injury lawyer with experience in pedestrian accidents. 

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured as a result of a motor vehicle on pedestrian accident, call us for a FREE Consultation.  We can schedule an in-person meeting with an experienced personal injury lawyer so that you can have your questions answered.  There is no fee and no obligation to meet with us.  Call us at 416-900-1070  or toll free at 1-866-234-6093 or complete an online contact form here. 

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A pedestrian was seriously injured in an accident in Toronto's east end.  The pedestrian accident occurred on Saturday April 27, 2013 at Kingston Road and Celeste Drive in Scarborough, Ontario.  The pedestrian was reportedly a 73 year-old woman.  She was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

First and foremost, we hope that the injured woman will make a complete and speedy recovery.  

The Toronto Police were investigating the circumstances for the accident, and had the roads closed for investigation.

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 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 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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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 are reports of a fatal pedestrian accident that occurred on Elm Road in Toronto on Monday, December 3, 2012.  This Toronto pedestrian accident involved an 89−year−old woman who was crossing Elm Road at Fairlawn Avenue.  The woman was struck by a Buick Allure travelling southbound on Elm Road. 

Sadly, the pedestrian sustained severe trauma and was pronounced dead at the scene.  Our Toronto personal injury law firm offers its sincere condolences to the family and friends of the woman who was tragically killed in this Toronto pedestrian accident.  

The police were investigating the circumstances of this accident.  Anyone with information is asked to 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.

If you have lost a loved one due to a pedestrian accident in Ontario, speak with a Toronto personal injury lawyer about your rights.  Iacobelli Law Firm offers a free consultation to prospective clients, with no obligations. To learn more, call us at 416-900-1070 or contact us using our online form here.

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There are reports of a pedestian and motor vehicle accident in the area of The Queensway South and Biscayne
Boulevard in the Town of Georgina.  This Geogina pedestrian accident occurred on the morning of Monday, November 5, 2012.   A 27-year-old woman has been transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
 
First and foremost Iacobelli personal injury law firm offers its support to the young woman that was injured in this Georgina pedestrian accident.  We hope that she makes a complete and quick recovery from her injuries.  

The York Regional Police are investigating the circumstances of this Georgina pedestrian accident, and have closed the road.  It is also requested that anyone with information to contact the Collision Investigation Unit at 866-876-5423, ext 7704.

Although more information is needed to determine the cause of this Geogina pedestrian accident, it is notable that in Ontario, drivers of motor vehicles owe a duty of care to  pedestrians.  Often, when a pedestrian is struck by a car or other motor vehicle  in Ontario, there is a presumption of negligence against the driver of the motor  vehicle. 

If you or a loved one has been injured in a  pedestrian accident in Ontario, speak with a York Region personal injury lawyer to learn  about your rights.  Contact Iacobelli Law Firm for a free consultation with a  pedestrian accident lawyer at 416-900-1070 or 1-866-234-6093 or by completing  our contact form here.

Two pedestrians were struck by a car at the intersection of Yonge Street and Bradford Street, in East Gwillimbury on Sunday, October 14, 2012.  According to information released by York Regional police, the vehicle involved in this pedestrian accident mounted the curb and struck the two pedestrians.   The first pedestrian, a 74-year-old woman from the Town of East Gwillimbury, was transported to hospital with serious injuries. The second pedestrian, a two-year-old girl from the Town of East Gwillimbury, was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

In Ontario, drivers of motor vehicles owe a duty of care to pedestrians.  Often, when a pedestrian is struck by a car or other motor vehicle in Ontario, there is a presumption of negligence against the driver of the motor vehicle.  Nonetheless,  pedestrian motor vehicle accidents are often vigorously defended and, as  such, early preservation of facts and witness accounts is critical.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident in Ontario, speak with a personal injury lawyer to learn about your rights.  Contact Iacobelli Law Firm for a free consultation with a pedestrian accident lawyer at 416-900-1070 or 1-866-234-6093 or by completing our contact form here.