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Expert DUI Defence Lawyers Serving Ottawa

Ottawa and eastern Ontario continues to experience high rates of accidents caused by impaired driving, either by drugs or alcohol. Despite RIDE programs, increased penalties and the social stigma of impaired driving, innocent people continue to be injured and killed as a result of impaired driving.

Whether injured as a passenger, pedestrian or an occupant of another vehicle, victims of impaired driving can be left with serious, life-changing injuries.

Examples of impaired driving accident claims that our Ottawa lawyers have brought to resolution:

  • Pedestrian hit by a car driven by an impaired driver
  • Passenger in a vehicle driven by an impaired driver
  • Occupant of another vehicle struck by an impaired driver
  • Cyclist struck by an impaired driver
  • Pedestrian hit by a car driven by an impaired driver
  • Passenger in a vehicle driven by an impaired driver
  • Occupant of another vehicle struck by an impaired driver
  • Cyclist struck by an impaired driver

Our Services

With years of experience in DUI defence, our legal team provides comprehensive services tailored to the complexities of impaired driving cases.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

If you require a lawyer for a motor vehicle accident case, our legal team has the expertise to navigate the most complex legal and insurance issues.

Distracted Driver Accidents

If you sustained injuries in a DUI accident, turn to our lawyers who have the skill and knowledge to build a strong case on your behalf.

Cycling Accidents

Injured in a cycling accident? Our team understands the unique challenges cyclists face and is committed to ensuring your rights.

Pedestrian Accidents

Struck as a pedestrian? We fight to ensure your rights are fully protected and work tirelessly to seek the compensation you need for a full recovery.

Bus Accidents

If you’ve been involved in a bus accident, our legal team is ready to help you navigate the complex claims process. We understand the unique circumstances surrounding bus accidents and will advocate for your rights to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.

ATV Accidents

Injured in an ATV accident? Our lawyers have the expertise to handle cases involving recreational vehicles, ensuring that your rights are protected and that you’re fairly compensated for medical expenses, lost wages, and suffering.

Truck Accidents

Truck accidents often involve severe injuries due to the size and weight of commercial vehicles. Our team will work diligently to investigate the incident, determine fault, and help you recover damages for your injuries.

Impaired Driver Accidents

Accidents caused by impaired drivers can result in life-altering injuries. If you’ve been hurt due to a driver under the influence, our lawyers are skilled in handling these sensitive cases and will fight for the justice you deserve.

Commercial Vehicle Accidents

Accidents involving commercial vehicles require a deep understanding of both traffic laws and commercial insurance. Our team specializes in these types of cases and will work tirelessly to ensure that you receive fair compensation.

Our injury lawyers are there when an impaired driving accident changes your life

At Burn Tucker Lachaîne, we work on behalf of injured victims to pursue the compensation and other benefits they need and deserve as a result of their injuries. Personal injury work is all we do. As one of the largest personal injury firms in eastern Ontario, we leave no stone unturned. We will help you get the best possible result after an impaired driving accident.

We have represented accident victims for more than 20 years in Ottawa and surrounding areas. We pursue all aspects of these claims to achieve results for our clients, including negligence claims and accident benefits claims. We have an accident benefits paralegal who focuses exclusively on this aspect of accident compensation, helping us ensure that our clients are assisted in their recovery from all available sources.

If you were injured as a result of impaired driving, the first thing we will do is work with you and your treatment team to establish your short-term and long-term needs. We have extensive experience assisting clients who have suffered catastrophic injuries such as brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and total and permanent loss of use of an arm or leg.

Contact us today for a free initial consultation. We can meet you by telephone, video conference, at our office, at the hospital or in your home. 613-233-6898.

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What Our Clients Say

I couldn't be more pleased with the way my case was handled. Eliane was extremely supportive and worked diligently on my case. Her knowledge and guidance led to a pleasing outcome. Thank you to Eliane, her secretary's, reception and anyone else involved in my case. I wish you all the best in the future. Your an exceptional team. I highly recommend Eliane Lachaine.
5 stars
Helen Schutt
My personal experience in dealing with Alison at the firm was outstanding. She was always available to answer any questions or concerns I had in dealing with the insurance company. Alison was always upfront and honest with me about the results we were able to obtain. She worked hard for me and was very aggressive and no nonsense during our mediation meeting. My Ltd carrier made an strong effort to minimize the benifits I was entitled to, but Alison was having none of that. She got the results we were hoping for. I can't thank Alison enough for the help, and respect she gave me throughout the whole process.
5 stars
Lyle Fisher
My interaction with this law firm has been positive from right from the beginning exploratory conversations, which were handled with sensitivity and clarity, to the end result, which I felt was very fair. I was fully informed about possible outcomes as the process unfolded, so there were no surprises. I highly recommend the law firm of Burn Tucker Lachaine.
5 stars
Debby Clarke
I would highly recommend this firm. My lawyer’s composure, knowledge, work ethic and most of all excellent representation put me at ease during this stressful time. My most sincere thanks for a positive outcome. Thank you Alison!
5 stars
Karen T
My experience with being represented by Alison Gilmour was extremely positive. She took the time to know me as a person Alison carefully presented options and enthusiastically supported my decisions.
5 stars
Laurel Mollison
Alison and her team made this process extremely stress free and would highly recommend them to anyone who needs a disability lawyer. She took care of all the works so I could focus on my health.
5 stars
Kaitlynn Friesen
Forever grateful for the exceptional help, care and knowledge from the team at Burn Tucker Lachaine. Highly recommend to contact for any personal injury journey.
5 stars
Kayla P
Had a great experience with the team at Burn Tucker Lachaîne everyone is very pleasant and thoughtful, Colleen great work, definitely will recommend to family and friends.
5 stars
Lindamir Schuchardt
This team of professionals were able to assist me and I would highly recommend them.
5 stars
Lori Toffolo

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