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Are You a Victim of a Hit and Run?

  • August 5, 2020/
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  • Under : bicycle accident, Blog, Injury, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Pedestrian, Personal Injury Lawyer

Cyclist, Pedestrian and Car Accidents

Getting in a car accident is any driver, cyclist or pedestrian’s nightmare. Unfortunately, hit and run accidents occur far too frequently.

A hit and run is when a driver hits a pedestrian, cyclist, property, another car, or causes any collision, and then flees the scene or doesn’t provide truthful information. In these cases, it is important to know what to do.

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Accident Benefits and Tort—How Do They Connect?

  • June 19, 2020/
  • Posted By : Tony Lafazanis/
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  • Under : Blog, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury Lawyer

In Ontario, victims of motor vehicle accidents must navigate their available options for compensation. There are two ways victims can obtain compensation:

  • accident benefits claim and
  • tort claim.

It is important to understand how they interplay with each other. Seeking legal representation is a very effective way to navigate the legal system when dealing with these claims.

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WHAT DO I DO IF WAS INJURED AT AN AirBnB?

  • January 16, 2020/
  • Posted By : Tony Lafazanis/
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  • Under : Blog, Injury, Personal Injury Lawyer

Since its inception in 2008, AirBnB has become the most popular online marketplace for private owners renting out their properties to individuals who are looking for accommodations. Globally it has reached 6 million listings worldwide. In Toronto alone there are currently over 15,000 active listings. 1 Read More


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What Are The Benefits of a Personal Injury Lawyer?

  • December 14, 2019/
  • Posted By : Tony Lafazanis/
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  • Under : Blog, Personal Injury Lawyer

To understand the full benefits of hiring a personal injury lawyer when you are involved in an accident, you need to know what their job is. A personal injury lawyer is a person who acts on behalf of the injured party when it comes to talking to insurance companies, law enforcement, and hiring private investigators. If you have been hurt in any type of accident, it will benefit you to have someone on your side that is experienced in fighting for compensation.

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SLIP AND FALL ACCIDENTS

  • November 21, 2019/
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  • Under : Blog, Personal Injury Lawyer, Slip and Fall, Trip and Fall

Why Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?

With the cold weather and snow now upon us, the threat of slip and fall accidents is a common winter-time conversation topic.  Many of these accidents can result in serious injuries.  Any injury that causes you to miss work, be unable to live as you normally would, or causes you to experience extreme pain can be considered a serious injury. 

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How Can a Lawyer Help with Short and Long Term Disability Insurance Claims Disputes?

  • February 25, 2018/
  • Posted By : Tony Lafazanis/
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  • Under : Disability Claims, Personal Injury Lawyer

Disability insurance is meant to provide peace of mind in case your physical and/or mental health stops you from working. Often employers will purchase disability insurance on behalf of their employees, as part of an employee benefit program. Individuals may on their own purchase disability insurance, as well. In any case, disability insurance is meant as a safety net, to help cover living and general expenses in the event you are unable to earn an income.

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How Can a Personal Injury Lawyer Help an Injured Cyclist?

  • February 25, 2018/
  • Posted By : Tony Lafazanis/
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  • Under : bicycle accident, Personal Injury Lawyer

In spite of significant advances in bicycle safety initiatives – including everything from general awareness to specially demarcated lanes – cycling’s growing popularity has resulted in a spike in related injuries in recent years. According to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, bicycles were involved in 2,500-plus collisions resulting in personal injury in 2010, the last year such data was provided.* More people are now injured in bicycle related collisions than in those involving motorcycles and mopeds.

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Three Reasons to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer in a Wrongful Death Case

  • February 25, 2018/
  • Posted By : Tony Lafazanis/
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  • Under : Personal Injury Lawyer, Wrongful / Accidental Death

If you have endured the tragedy of losing a loved one in a personal injury accident, it will take you a long time to move on from the accident. This also means that you will have a hard time sorting through what happened and what your rights are. It is vital that you consult with a personal injury lawyer that specializes with wrongful death claims so they can help you handle the important paperwork. Before a law firm signs a contract, they usually will offer a free consultation where they will work to help you in three areas.

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Are Personal Injury Lawyers Needed with Dog Bites?

  • February 25, 2018/
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  • Under : Dog Bites, Personal Injury Lawyer

When a dog bites you, you often find yourself both mentally and physically scarred from the accident. Many children who endure an attack from a dog will need more help than just a few stitches or antibiotics. It is a good idea to consult with a personal injury lawyer if you or a loved one has been involved in an attack by a dog. The initial consultation is usually free, so there is no harm in asking for advice.

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Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer to File Insurance Claims

  • February 25, 2018/
  • Posted By : Tony Lafazanis/
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  • Under : Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury Lawyer

If you have been involved in an automobile accident, you need to fill out an insurance claim to recoup expenses that you incur. Many feel that they can save money by filling out the claim forms by themselves, but this is not always the case. As cases get more complicated, hiring a personal injury lawyer to help with the paperwork is a good idea.

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Tony Lafazanis received his Bachelor of Laws in 1981 upon graduation from Osgoode Hall Law School, and was called to the Ontario bar in 1983. He is a member of the Law Society of Upper Canada, the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association, Toronto Lawyers Association and the Hellenic Canadian Lawyers Association. Tony is also a Greek-speaking lawyer that can communicate the entire process in the Greek language.

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