Injured after a Tesla crash in Ontario: Your rights and next steps
From Model 3s to Cybertrucks, more of Tesla’s vehicles are appearing on roads in Ontario.
It’s crucial for Ontarians to understand their rights in the event that they’re injured following a collision involving an electric vehicle (EV).
In this blog, we break down everything that you need to know and how the experienced team at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP can help.
2024
- Dec 2: A 52-year-old allegedly driving a Tesla is dead following a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 9 near Clifford.
- Oct 24: Four people are dead and one woman has been hospitalized after a Tesla crashed into a guardrail in Toronto.
- Sept 24: 3 people are dead, 3 others are hurt, after a Tesla and a Dodge Ram collided near Wellesley Township.
Steps to take after a Tesla collision
- Stay safe and call for help: If possible, move away from any danger and call emergency services. This is crucial if there are injuries or the road conditions are particularly hazardous.
- Exchange information: Gather phone numbers, email addresses, license plates, and insurance details from all of the involved parties. If there are witnesses, ask them for their contact information as well.
- Document the incident: Take photos and video of the scene (i.e. damage to the Tesla, road conditions, etc.)
- Notify your insurer: Report the accident to your insurance company as soon as possible to start the claims process.
Taking these steps can help protect your health, rights, and any potential claims following the collision.
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Injured? Contact us
If you’re hurt after a collision involving a Tesla, contact the dedicated Ontario car accident lawyers at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP as soon as you can.
You may have a legal claim for a variety of things, including:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Car rentals
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
Let us put our decades of experience to work for you. Schedule a FREE CONSULTATION today.
Our personal injury and disability lawyers also handle issues involving short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), life insurance, critical illness, and mortgage insurance claims.
Disclaimer: The materials above are not specific to any one company and should not be read as suggesting any improper conduct on the part of any specific company, or a relationship between Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and a specific company.