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How Much Time Do I Have To File My Slip And Fall Claim?

Each province determines its own statute of limitations (time limit) for personal injury cases, such as slip and fall claims. In Ontario, for instance, the general statute of limitations is two years. This means that you must file your claim before the two-year anniversary of your accident. If you fail to do so, you will … Continue reading “How Much Time Do I Have To File My Slip And Fall Claim?”

How to Deal With the Property Owner After a Trip and Fall Accident

Ontario’s Occupiers’ Liability Act grants you the right to pursue financial recovery in the event of a trip and fall accident on another’s private or commercial property. You should exercise due caution when dealing with the property owner involved in your accident, should you move forward with a tort claim. This party will be the … Continue reading “How to Deal With the Property Owner After a Trip and Fall Accident”

Fall Prevention for the Elderly in Ontario: Be Aware of Dangerous Conditions

Falls are the leading cause of injury in Canada’s seniors. According to statistics in the guide Reducing Falls and Injuries from Falls by Safer Healthcare Now!, one in three seniors will fall each year, and falls are the cause of 85 percent of hospitalizations of people over the age of 65. We can take many … Continue reading “Fall Prevention for the Elderly in Ontario: Be Aware of Dangerous Conditions”

Winter Safety Tips: 8 Ways to Avoid Premises Liability Accidents

Winter weather brings a special set of safety hazards. Ice, snow and sleet may contribute to seasonal premises (occupiers’) liability accidents, such as slip and falls and trip and falls. Property owners and occupiers should take special care during these months to reduce the likelihood of accidents on their premises. Similarly, Ontario residents should practice … Continue reading “Winter Safety Tips: 8 Ways to Avoid Premises Liability Accidents”

Hosting a Holiday Party? Remember Your Liability as Party Host

Hosting a holiday party this season? Remember: The Ontario Occupiers’ Liability Act makes you responsible for maintaining reasonably safe premises. This includes protecting guests from potential hazards. Below are seven tips for hosting a safe party and reducing the chances of accidents and injuries occurring on your property 1. Clear walkways of snow and ice … Continue reading “Hosting a Holiday Party? Remember Your Liability as Party Host”

Small Business Owners: It’s Your Duty to Prevent Slip and Falls – Here’s How

Small business owners in Ontario have a legal and ethical obligation to maintain reasonably safe premises. This includes taking steps to prevent slip and fall accidents by employees and members of the general public. Accident prevention is a special concern in winter months but is a year-round consideration. An owner or occupier who fails to … Continue reading “Small Business Owners: It’s Your Duty to Prevent Slip and Falls – Here’s How”

How to Avoid Slips, Trips and Falls during Wintry and Rainy Weather

Wintry weather and rainstorms can mean an uptick in emergency room visits for slips, trips and falls. Many of these accidents are entirely preventable with proper building and property maintenance. An owner or occupier’s failure to remedy property hazards – such as ice accumulating on a stairway or puddles in an office building’s lobby – … Continue reading “How to Avoid Slips, Trips and Falls during Wintry and Rainy Weather”

 
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