What are your rights as a pedestrian in an accident
It’s important to know your rights as a pedestrian in a situation where you are hit by a car.
Can a person sue for a serious injury at park attractions?
Summertime is certainly a busy one for tourism. Many people leave their homes for day trips, weekend getaways or for a lengthy vacation to visit this country’s vast array of parkland and countless tourist attractions. When I was growing up, … Continued
Municipality held responsible for car accident on snowy road
While it is true that accidents just happen sometimes, some seemingly unavoidable accidents may actually have been preventable. Proving liability can be tricky, but it can be the key to unlocking well-deserved and much-needed compensation in some cases. Can … Continued
Determining if a medical malpractice suit is appropriate
A serious injury or death that occurs during medical treatment should always be investigated. It’s important to determine whether the facts and circumstances warrant a claim for damages. Family doctors, emergency physicians, nurses, surgeons, OB/GYN and other medical professionals may … Continued
The severity of a head injury may not be apparent at first
Being in a motor vehicle accident is a shocking experience. As a result of the shock, victims sometimes self-assess their injuries quickly, and possibly inaccurately. In the absence of obvious trauma or pain, the natural inclination may be to tell … Continued
People who suffer traumatic brain injury more likely to be jailed
Brain injuries can be the most devastating of all injuries and the hardest to prove. They can cause both cognitive issues as well as emotional issues. These injuries can impair social and day-to-day function as well as the ability to … Continued
Alarming facts about brain injury in Ontario
When an individual sets out to engage in a potentially dangerous activity, wisdom dictates making use of protective equipment. For sports, this may include wearing a helmet as a preventative measure to reduce the chance of suffering brain injury. Unfortunately, … Continued
Indoor and outdoor hazards can lead to premises liability claims
While ice and snow threaten the lives of motorists in Ontario during the winter months, it also poses significant risks to pedestrians. Slip and fall accidents can occur suddenly and lead to premises liability claims. Regardless of the season, risks … Continued
Pedestrians have rights: Evidence of increasing fatalities from pedestrian accidents
The Highway Traffic Act governs the use of the roadway by drivers and pedestrians. There is statutory protection for pedestrians despite any negligence on their own behalf. The Act covers the onus of disproving negligence, which clearly states “when loss … Continued
What to do when your child suffers a trauma
If a child is involved in a traumatic incident such as a sports injury, a medical mishap, failure of medical treatment or motor vehicle accident, and he suffers catastrophic injuries, the parents should consider whether there has been negligence. Determining … Continued