Nearly a fifth of all cyclists killed in Ontario traffic crashes were children under the age of 16, according to the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA). Making sure that your child is properly geared and that he or she knows the rules of the road will go a long way to preventing an accident. Emphasize caution … Continue reading “Cycling Safety Tips for Kids in Ontario”
Knowing the nautical rules of the road and practicing basic safety protocol is essential to reducing your risk of boating accidents. You can find excellent boating safety information and specific legal requirements for recreational boating on the Transport Canada website; be sure to check out their Safe Boating Guide booklet. The booklet covers various topics … Continue reading “Boating Safety Tips for Ontario Residents”
One-fifth of the Canadian population suffers from chronic pain, reports the Canadian Pain Society. Many patients opt to use alternative or non-conventional therapies in addition to or in lieu of traditional treatments. Below, we briefly outline five alternatives to traditional pain treatments, options that you should discuss with your practitioner if you suffer from chronic … Continue reading “5 Non-Conventional Treatments for Chronic Pain”
It’s becoming commonplace for injured victims to be asked to sign a Consent Form when they arrive at the physician’s office for a medical examination or an insurer examination (IE). It’s important for claimants to understand that signing a Consent Form may or may not endanger your rights. Moreover, there are no Ontario laws or … Continue reading “5 Things to Look for Before Signing an Examination Consent Form”
Long-term disability benefits, or coverage for lost wages during long-term infirmary, are meant to protect you in the event of an unexpected injury or illness. They are very valuable assets on which many individuals and families rely when unable to return to work. Unfortunately, many long-term disability claims are denied upon the initial application. Should … Continue reading “3 Ways a Disability Lawyer May Be Able to Help Appeal Your Denied Claim”
Catastrophic injuries can change the course of an accident victim’s life. They can significantly impact a person’s abilities to work, live independently, and continue enjoying the quality of life to which they had become accustomed before their injury-causing accident. In order to access the highest amount of accident benefits available to them, several factors are taken into consideration to determine the severity of their impairments. Click here to learn more.
Canadian law tends to discourage medical malpractice lawsuits. Physicians and hospitals are highly protected under medical liability insurance, such as through Canadian Medical Protective Association. And the Supreme Court has capped pain and suffering damages. Still, many injured victims file a suit against physicians and hospitals each year. The Courts adhere to strict guidelines when … Continue reading “How Do the Courts Define Medical Negligence?”
The rules for homeowners’ legal liability in regards to personal injuries are covered in Occupiers’ Liability Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter O.2. The law provides that when someone is injured on another person’s property, he or she may be able to file a premises liability claim to obtain compensation for damages. An “occupier,” according to Ontario … Continue reading “Occupiers’ Liability: Homeowners & Unsafe Premises”
