Derek Wilson Personal Injury Law
19 Bold Street, Unit 1 L8P 1T3 Hamilton, ON, Canada

Why is water important to me? For me it represents life, growth and sustainability. I teach my boys everyday about how fortunate we are to have clean fresh water on demand and not to take it for granted. Water gives us unmeasurable joy in life. #water2me

May we all have a little bit of the luck of the Irish today!

It’s Brain Awareness Week! Find answers to commonly asked questions about the brain and its disorders in this handy Q&A booklet (PDF) on Dana.org/QandA. #BrainWeek #BrainAwarenessWeek

With predictions of a warmer Spring just around the corner I'm hoping the parting shots of winter are behind us. But just in case, keep the shovels and salt bags handy. #spring #hamilton

1. Jumper Cables/Battery Charger 2. First Aid Kit 3. Flashlight 4. Multi-Tool Kit 5. Road Flares... 6. Hand Warmers & Blankets 7. Shovel 8. Ice Scraper 9. Battery Operated Phone Charger 10. Food & Drink See more

Good reminders for all Canadians. Sadly accidents can happen in the blink of an eye, take a moment to refresh some important ice safety tips.

With January lockdowns and work / school from home we all need positive reward systems!

It's a quieter New Year's Eve than normal, but all the same; stay safe and have a wonderful celebration. Here's to brighter days ahead!

January can pose some nasty winter driving situations - remember YOUR safety is important. Check out my blog on Winter Car Safety as nobody wants to be involved in a #MVA https://derekwilsonlaw.ca/winter-car-safety/

Ready to brave the cold? A list of Hamilton's best hiking trails! And remember: There's no such thing as bad weather; only bad clothes ;) https://tourismhamilton.com/hamiltons-hottest-hiking-trails

You have PTSD after an accident. Is that worth something, in the court’s view? Or in the view of insurance companies, working on a settlement negotiation? There are damages awarded for pain and suffering, and then there are cases where psychological trauma are the sum total of the case. The difference can be a matter of opinion, but the tide of opinion is shifting... https://derekwilsonlaw.ca/what-is-psychological-pain-worth/

During covid's 1st wave, we saw an uptick in bicycle use. Will it continue? Probably. When the roads are snowy, if you do see bikes in Hamilton's bike lanes or on the roads, you need to respect them and know the rules... https://derekwilsonlaw.ca/road-safety-when-on-and-around-b/

A big thanks to Monica for entrusting her long term disability case to my team and I. It's always a joy to work closely with the best people in the world.

Two things have happened since Covid that are interesting when it comes to care homes. 1. Ontario has made it harder to register a class action lawsuit 2. Ontario is proposing a law to protect care homes that acted in 'good faith' to prevent the spread of covid I've mixed feelings on the first, but given how much PSWs go through, I support the second...

As lawyers prepare negligence, breach of contract and class action suits against long-term care homes for covid in their facilities, the government has proposed legislation to protect organizations who made a good faith effort to prevent exposure... https://www.lawtimesnews.com//ontario-proposes-covi/334544

Can you be sued for being a good Samaritan in the province of Ontario? The answer to this might surprise you... https://derekwilsonlaw.ca/good-samaritan-act-can-you-be-su/

The reason I started a podcast is because, if you're in a personal injury case, you need to educate yourself and your family on what to expect. As your lawyer, I am your partner in your case, and it works best if you understand the process. https://personalinjurylaw.podbean.com/

Happy Thanksgiving Canada! From the family at Derek Wilson Personal Injury Law to yours!

To an outsider, personal injury law can look aggressive, but really, it's the opposite. Personal injury lawyers work closely with clients over long periods of time. We go through a lot together and friendship is usually inevitable. Don't believe what you see in movies. https://derekwilsonlaw.ca/becoming-a-personal-injury-lawye/

I wrote this post after my friend's dog jumped out of the open window of her moving car to get to the leash free. Nobody - including the dog - was hurt, but there's no doubt pet safety in cars can be an issue... (today Scout wears a harness!) https://derekwilsonlaw.ca/keeping-your-pets-safe-in-a-car/

In the midst of a personal injury case? Here's what NOT to do... https://derekwilsonlaw.ca/5-ways-you-can-screw-up-your-per/

False reviews in the personal injury industry have been an issue in the past. Here's the information I use to empower my clients to spot a fake review... https://derekwilsonlaw.ca/what-to-look-for-when-reading-go/

What a nightmare for a respectable personal injury firm in Peterborough. Sharing, to help clear up any confusion about their innocence in this despicable scam. https://www.newswire.ca//beware-miskin-law-impersonated-in

Covid saw an increase in e-bikes on the roads, and of course, an increase in e-bike accidents. A bike travelling over 30km/hour can hurt someone. Is it time to bring in insurance and training? https://toronto.ctvnews.ca/are-e-bikes-safe-personal-injury

Clients worry about surveillance during their person injury suit, but the reality is that, if you're honest about everything, you have nothing to worry about. Here a few ideas on how you can protect your case from surveillance... https://derekwilsonlaw.ca/4-ways-to-protect-your-personal-/

In support of Ontario's dedicated personal support workers... https://derekwilsonlaw.ca/in-support-of-ontarios-personal-/

To my courageous clients today and every day...

As we return to the services we used pre-pandemic, here's a refresher on Uber's insurance situation. Are you covered if your Uber driver has an accident? https://derekwilsonlaw.ca/did-you-know-your-uber-ride-was-/

Fake google reviews in the legal industry? It happens. This is frustrating for those of us working to elevate trust in lawyers, not erode the trust that's already there. Here's how you can spot a fake personal injury lawyer review https://derekwilsonlaw.ca/what-to-look-for-when-reading-go/

There are so many myths about the personal injury industry in Canada. Let me start by saying we operate differently from our American counterparts. Here's a few more myths debunked... https://derekwilsonlaw.ca/myth-vs-fact-the-truth-about-per/