Case Summaries Archive - Bergeron Clifford LLP

Vaccine Injection Shoulder Injury Leads to Significant Ontario Trial Award

A routine vaccine should not cause a life-changing shoulder injury. But in this case, that is exactly what happened. Our client was an experienced emergency department nurse. She had spent years caring for patients in a demanding hospital environment. As […]

When Fun and Games Leave Lasting Scars: An Eastern Ontario Dog Bite Case Study

A Familiar Encounter Can Change in an Instant Dog attacks happen far too often. Sometimes the dog is a beloved family pet. Other times, it is a seemingly friendly dog pooch at the park or on your weekly promenade around […]

How a Serious Injury Can Affect an Older Adult’s Independence

Our client was an older woman who was struck by a motor vehicle while walking across the street. Before the collision, she was independent and responsible for the cooking, cleaning, laundry and other household tasks in her home. The collision […]

What Does Pro Bono Mean? An Ontario Small Claims Court Case

When a lawyer takes on a case pro bono, it generally means they provide their legal services at no cost to the client. While Bergeron Clifford primarily practices personal injury law, there are occasions where we see an opportunity to […]

Thrift Store Mirror Fall Causes Concussion

A Falling Mirror at a Thrift Store Changed Our Clients Life Our client was at a thrift shop in Brockville as a customer. All of the sudden, a large mirror unexpectedly fell from where it had been placed and struck […]

How Strong Medical Evidence Removed Our Client from Ontario’s Minor Injury Guideline (MIG)

Our client came to us after suffering a concussion and other injuries in a motor vehicle accident. Their injuries affected their ability to work and participate in regular daily activities. At the same time, they were attempting to navigate Ontario’s […]

How We Overcame Pre-Existing Medical Conditions In An Ottawa Car Accident Claim

Sometimes The Hardest Cases Don’t Look Complicated At First Just because a case doesn’t involve a catastrophic injury or liability dispute, doesn’t mean it isn’t a difficult personal injury case. Sometimes, the biggest challenge isn’t proving how a collision happened […]

Recovering Veterinary Costs After a Fatal Dog Attack

A Routine Walk Ends in Tragedy Our elderly client was preparing to walk her dog around the neighborhood when, as she passed a neighboring home, another dog ran towards them and began attacking her dog. The attacking dog latched onto […]

The Importance of Evidence: An Ottawa Grocery Store Slip and Fall

Most of the slip-and-fall calls we get at Bergeron Clifford do not start with anyone thinking they have a “case.” They start with someone embarrassed. They fell in front of strangers, brushed it off, and only later, when the swelling […]

From Electrician to Patient: One Ottawa Car Accident Recovery Story

Marc never saw the other car coming. It was a Tuesday evening in late February, the kind of Ottawa night where the snow falls just heavily enough to blur the streetlights. He was driving home along Hunt Club Road, two […]

Kingston Ontario Car Accident Case Study: Injured Passenger Claim After Impaired Driving Crash

This case surrounds an impaired driving crash in Kingston Ontario. Late at night, a vehicle, driven by a 21 year old was speeding, left the roadway and ran into a house. Some of the passengers were seriously injured. One of […]

What Happens at a Personal Injury Mediation? A Case Study

If you’re involved in a lawsuit—especially a personal injury claim—you may be asked to attend a personal injury mediation before trial. This post explains what typically happens during mediation, how settlement offers often move back and forth, and two real-world […]

Rear-End Collision on Highway 401: A Case Analysis on mTBI, Chronic Pain, and the Realities of Recovery

Rear-end collisions are often dismissed as “minor” accidents, particularly when vehicle damage appears limited. However, in Ontario personal injury litigation, we frequently see that these collisions can cause harm. A recent case handled by our firm illustrates a Highway 401 […]

Grocery Store Slip and Fall Leads to Traumatic Brain Injury Claim in Ontario

Incident Overview: Grocery Store Slip and Fall Claim Our client reached out to us following a grocery store slip and fall. She was visiting a grocery store to buy a flower arrangement for her friend. While at the grocery store, […]

When a Head-On Collision Turns Life Upside Down

Car accidents are always tragic, but some are more devastating than others. We recently resolved a head-on collision claim in Ontario. In this case, not only was our client seriously injured, but the at-fault driver unfortunately passed away at the […]

Compensation for a Family After a Fatal Car Accident in Ontario

Fatal car accidents are tragic events for families and communities. I’ve previously written about fatal accidents in the Ottawa Valley and when to call a personal injury lawyer about a fatal car accident. Nevertheless, you may wonder what these cases […]

Multi-Vehicle Collision Leads to Successful Car Accident Settlements for Entire Family

Sometimes, a car crash is simple – someone runs a red light or misses a stop sign. Other times, even the police get it wrong. Multi-vehicle car accidents can be complicated, and it may take years in court to legally […]

All or Nothing: The Critical Mistake Catastrophically Injury Victims Must Avoid

Big, horrific catastrophic injuries – the stuff of nightmare – they happen and, when they do, there isn’t enough money in the world to make things right. One factor that can make a terrible situation worse is subrogation. It can […]

Slip & Trip Falls in Renfrew County (Ontario Personal Injury Cases)

Slip and fall cases bring their own set of challenges. Liability is often not as clear cut as in the case of motor vehicle accidents or dog bites. There are added time limits and, if your fall happens on municipal […]

A Brain Injury Case Explained

What’s the difference between a great lawyer and a good one? Not much. The same applies for almost every area of the workforce. The margin between career success and failure can be razor thin for some. Brain injury can move […]

Case Summary: Transport Truck Collisions — and What Comes Next

Introduction Our client was riding in a friend’s vehicle late one summer afternoon. They’d just wrapped up a weekend fishing trip, and they were on their way home. It had been fun, but our client was eager to see his […]

A Public Transportation Accident Case Explained

At Bergeron Clifford, our team of experienced personal injury lawyers is committed to representing clients who have suffered from accidents and injuries across Ontario. One such example involves a public transportation accident in Ottawa, demonstrating our dedication to securing justice […]

A Long-Term Disability Case Explained

At Bergeron Clifford, we are dedicated to helping individuals who have suffered from personal injuries get the justice and support they need. As a leading personal injury law firm in Ontario, we are proud to share an example of a […]

A Bicycle Accident Case Explained

Introduction Bicycle accidents can have devastating effects, both physically and emotionally. When a cyclist is involved in an accident caused by the negligence of another party, they have the right to seek compensation for their injuries. In this blog, […]

A DUI Accident Case Explained

The year was 2020 and I was a fresh lawyer just out of law school. I went to meet with a new client who had been in a motor vehicle accident (MVA) and had sustained a catastrophic back injury. This […]

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