In the aftermath of a car accident, everyone is primarily
concerned with the health and wellbeing of those involved. However,
it's only a matter of time before the blame game starts and you
begin to hear why at least one person involved in a collision bears
responsibility for the damage or injuries sustained. Usually the
blame game begins right at the scene of an accident, between the
people involved, the investigating officers, and the witnesses to
the crash.
Regardless of who is at fault, everyone involved in a motor
vehicle accident in Ontario, and many Ontarians who are involved in
car accidents in other jurisdictions in North America, are eligible
to receive
Statutory Accident Benefits based on their level of injury.
However, those injured as a result of the negligent actions of a
driver or other person (for example, a bar, a road authority or a
construction company) may also be able to pursue a tort claim, or a
civil lawsuit, to obtain additional compensation
