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August 29, 2016

Published by Colleen Burn at August 29, 2016

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Claiming Compensation For An Injury Caused By Minor

Accident victims are entitled to file an injury claim against the negligent party who caused their injury and losses. However, what happens when the negligent person is a minor? Here we look at one’s legal options when they have been hurt and/or injured in an accident caused by a minor.

August 24, 2016

Published by Colleen Burn at August 24, 2016

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Government Crackdowns on Distracted Driving Accidents

Government and police directives throughout North America are aimed at the increasing problem of car accidents and injury caused by distracted driving. Here we look at how the issue of distracted driving has affected Ontarians and the ways in which motorists can reduce incidents.

August 1, 2016

Published by Burn Tucker Lachaîne at August 1, 2016

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“Pokemon Go”: Not Without Risks

Just approved in Canada, Pokemon Go has been heralded as a brilliant product. However, recent reports of distracted driving and walking accidents while playing, provide a warning regarding the potential for injury if you aren’t careful where you play.

July 19, 2016

Published by Éliane Lachaîne at July 19, 2016

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Filing An Injury Claim When You Have Contributed To Accident

Sometimes our actions inadvertently contribute to an accident in which we are injured. However, being guilty of a traffic violation or another act that may have contributed to an accident does not necessarily preclude an injured person from successfully claiming damages against a negligent party.

July 4, 2016

Published by Laurie Tucker at July 4, 2016

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Municipalities Are Liable When Someone Is Injured If City Failed To Take Due Care

If someone is injured on an unsafe condition on a municipal property, the municipality may be liable for any losses that resulted from the accident.

May 20, 2016

Published by Colleen Burn at May 20, 2016

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How Social Media Can Impact Your Case

In a society where technology makes everything accessible with the touch of a button, one should be very careful of how their actions may impact a personal injury claim. Read how sharing status updates and pictures can be detrimental to your case.

April 5, 2016

Published by Laurie Tucker at April 5, 2016

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Are Snowmobiles Safe For Children

Snowmobiling causes more injuries than any other winter sport in Canada, and can be particularly dangerous for children. Find out how to make snowmobiling safer for everyone.

February 29, 2016

Published by Éliane Lachaîne at February 29, 2016

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School Bus Safety

While students in Ontario are rarely hurt while riding inside school buses, the frequency of accidents involving students hit by cars while getting on or off a bus is fairly high. Driver inattention is the most common cause of pedestrian-vehicle accidents involving bus students, and this negligent action can have devastating consequences.

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.

February 9, 2016

Published by Éliane Lachaîne at February 9, 2016

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Who Will Pay If You Are Injured in a Hit-and-Run Car Accident?

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.

January 19, 2016

Published by Laurie Tucker at January 19, 2016

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Municipal Liability For Winter Driving Accidents

Snow accumulation along the Highway 416 shoulder may have contributed to a January 6th crash that took the life of an Ottawa man. What are the Municipality’s obligations in terms of keeping road users safe during winter driving conditions?

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