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February 18, 2016
Published by Éliane Lachaîne at February 18, 2016
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Joint Liability In Car Accidents

The 2016 ruling in a recent Ottawa trial, Gardiner v MacDonald, has received much media attention, particularly with respect to the alleged negligence of a City of Ottawa bus driver in a fatal crash. The case addresses the issue of multiple causal factors and several defendants in the determination of liability and damages resulting from a car accident.
Éliane LachaîneÉliane Lachaîne February 18, 2016
January 26, 2016
Published by Éliane Lachaîne at January 26, 2016
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What Are Your Rights As A Passenger?

Accidents unfortunately occur every day and while we often hear about the personal injury claims for drivers of the vehicles involved in the accident, what about the rights of the passengers who were injured? Here we look at the legal options available to passengers injured in a car, truck or motorcycle accident.
Éliane LachaîneÉliane Lachaîne January 26, 2016
August 31, 2015
Published by Burn Tucker Lachaîne at August 31, 2015
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Learn More About Bill 31 – Making Ontario Roads Safer Act

The Ministry of Transportation hopes that with the impending and continued changes to the existing traffic laws in Ontario, citizens will be more protected when utilizing the roadways in the province.
Burn Tucker LachaîneBurn Tucker Lachaîne August 31, 2015
December 17, 2014
Published by Burn Tucker Lachaîne at December 17, 2014
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South Ottawa crash causes serious injury; impairment suspected

Since the start of the holiday season, we've been discussing the dangers of impaired driving, as the rate of alcohol-related crashes tends to be higher in the midst of holiday festivities. Far too often, impaired driving has devastating consequences for Ontario residents.
Burn Tucker LachaîneBurn Tucker Lachaîne December 17, 2014
November 27, 2014
Published by Burn Tucker Lachaîne at November 27, 2014
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OPP launches Festive RIDE Campaign against impaired driving

The holiday season is a delightful time to gather with friends, family and co-workers to celebrate the old year and welcome the new one. In anticipation of the festivities, we recently put together a list of 10 tips for hosting a safe holiday party.
Burn Tucker LachaîneBurn Tucker Lachaîne November 27, 2014
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