Virk Personal Injury Law is proud to be a sponsor of The Hamilton Brain Injury Association’s 7th Annual Charity Golf Tournament. This Drive for ABI is Monday September 19th, 2022. Shotgun start is 1:00 pm at Flamborough Hills Golf Club. For more details, visit their website: http://www.hbia.ca/events/drive-for-abi The Hamilton Brain Injury Association (HBIA) is a… Read More…
What Are Income Replacement Benefits?
If you have been involved in an accident and your injuries stop you from being able to work, you may be entitled to income replacement benefits. Eligibility for income replacement benefits depends upon the extent of your injuries and the calculation of your income loss. Income replacement benefits are offered as part of Ontario’s Statutory… Read More…
What Is Considered An Orthopaedic Injury?
An orthopaedic injury refers to any injury to the musculoskeletal system. Orthopaedic injuries can occur due to various events, including motor vehicle accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, and slips and falls. Orthopaedic injuries may heal quickly, but some can leave victims with chronic and debilitating pain. This can make it challenging to work and enjoy… Read More…
What To Do If You Are Hurt By An Uninsured Driver
Driver’s insurance is mandatory in Ontario, Canada. You are not legally allowed to drive a car without the minimum coverage required by Ontario law. If you are in an accident while not holding a valid policy of insurance, it may affect your rights to compensation. If you have been in a car accident, you’ll know… Read More…
The Most Common Bone Fractures From Bicycle Accidents
It is essential when riding your bicycle to follow the rules of the road along with practicing proper bicycle etiquette. This can include checking your bike before getting on it to spot anything that could cause an accident, following safe and quiet routes with smooth and stable roads and being aware of your surroundings, especially… Read More…
Can I Sue A Family Member Or Friend After A Car Accident?
Getting into an accident is stressful and traumatic enough, but when that accident is the fault of someone you love, there can be an added layer of stress and trauma. Many people think that choosing to sue a family member/friend after an accident means that you have to sacrifice the relationship for financial compensation, but… Read More…
Can An Insurance Company Hire A Private Investigator To Follow Me?
No one likes being followed, and the thought of having a personal investigator follow you and your life to determine the legitimacy of your claim can feel invasive and daunting. It’s common for insurance companies to hire a private investigator to challenge your credibility. To help you understand why insurance companies do this, we’ve compiled… Read More…
What Are The Most Common Injuries Seen In Motorcycle Accidents?
Summer is here, which means many of you will be thinking about hitting the road on a motorbike after a long and bitterly cold winter. While this is usually an exciting time, it’s essential to remember that being safe on a motorbike is as important as enjoying yourself. 2020 proved to be one of the… Read More…
The Impact Of Social Media On Your Personal Injury Claim
Social media has become a huge entity in our daily lives. Over the past decade, it has grown to become a huge employer, social sphere and political platform rolled into one. What many of us fail to think of, however, is social media’s contribution to legal matters. While you might think that your social media… Read More…
My Loved One Is Being Abused In A Nursing Home… What Should I Do?
Care homes are designed as places where our elderly relatives can be taken care of when they become too frail to do so themselves. They’re supposed to be safe spaces where we feel comfortable knowing that our loved one is being taken care of. Nursing homes have a standard of care that they need to… Read More…