Transport Truck Collisions in Ontario

Ontario is facing a troubling rise in transport truck-related accidents, and lives are being permanently changed because of it. With over 9,100 transport truck collisions in Ontario reported by the OPP in 2022, the province has hit a 10-year high in crashes involving large commercial vehicles, resulting in 71 fatalities and thousands of serious injuries—most of them being rear-end collisions.

The surge in catastrophic transport truck crashes has sparked growing concern from safety advocates, police services, and elected officials alike. At DWA Law, we stand with those calling for change, and we remain steadfast in our mission to support the victims and families affected by these preventable tragedies.

With our long experience as catastrophic truck accident lawyers, our team provides compassionate, determined legal representation to help victims secure the compensation they deserve while holding negligent drivers and companies accountable. Our role includes guiding injured people and families through the aftermath of these devastating events with clarity and care.

According to Transport Canada’s National Collision Database (NCDB) data from 2018 to 2022 shows that the leading causes of collisions are overwhelmingly human-related. Unsafe driving behaviour (speeding, impaired driving, and distracted driving) factored into the majority of fatal crashes each year. 

Northern Ontario communities are bearing the brunt of this alarming trend. According to Timmins Today, 60% of fatal collisions in Northwestern Ontario in 2024 involved commercial motor vehicles—a 30% increase over the previous five-year average.

Long stretches of isolated highway, extreme weather, and limited emergency medical services (EMS) infrastructure create dangerous conditions for all drivers. When large transport trucks are involved, the consequences are often devastating. In many cases, these crashes could have been prevented with better training, more effective regulation, and a commitment to road safety from all stakeholders involved.

In response to the spike in truck-related fatalities, as truckers who made a driver error are usually at fault for dangerous collisions, MPP Guy Bourgouin has introduced Bill 233: Highway Traffic Amendment Act, which proposes mandatory winter driving training for all new Class A and D commercial license holders. The bill includes a requirement for at least 20 hours of practical or simulated winter driving experience, equipping drivers with the skills needed to navigate snow-covered roads, icy highways, and conditions with limited visibility.

As personal injury lawyers, we support these vital safety improvements. In our experience, inadequate training—especially in winter conditions—is a major contributing factor in transport truck collisions in Ontario. Prevention through education is key. However, when the worst happens, specialized legal help is crucial to getting lives back on track.

When a transport truck is involved in a serious crash, the aftermath can be life-altering. Survivors may face permanent injuries, long-term care needs, financial instability, and emotional trauma. However, the families who lose loved ones in a fatal collision have the added challenge of grief.

At DWA Law, we specialize in handling complex, high-stakes truck accident claims across Ontario. Our team brings deep expertise, tenacity, and compassion to every case, helping victims navigate the aftermath of devastating crashes involving transport trucks and other commercial vehicles.

We conduct thorough investigations using trucking logs, GPS records, black box data, and vehicle maintenance history to gain a full understanding of what happened at the scene and strengthen your case.

Establishing who is at fault in a transport truck collision often involves multiple parties. We identify and hold accountable negligent drivers, trucking companies, logistics providers, or insurers whose actions (or inaction) contributed to your injuries.

Commercial transport is governed by a web of federal and provincial rules. Our legal team is experienced in interpreting regulatory violations involving load limits, safety inspections, rest requirements, and more. We’re familiar with the standards.

We fight for the full compensation you deserve. We assess not just the immediate impact, but also long-term consequences, so that claims are built to address the full scope of damages.

We know that every crash victim and family is different. That’s why we offer clear, empathetic guidance throughout the legal process—keeping you informed, supported, and empowered as your case moves forward.

We understand the complexity of truck accident claims, and we have the resources and experience to go head-to-head with large transport companies and their insurers. Our team is committed to helping victims rebuild after serious injuries caused by transport truck crashes—whether the incident happened on busy highways, rural roads, or near pedestrian crossings.

The numbers are damning. Ontario’s highways are becoming more dangerous, and families are paying the price. While new legislation like Bill 233 is a step in the right direction, those already impacted by transport truck collisions in Ontario need immediate, trusted legal support.

If you or a loved one has suffered serious injuries in a commercial truck crash, don’t face this journey alone. At DWA Law, our personal injury lawyers are committed to helping you rebuild, recover, and secure the compensation you deserve.