Millions of students went back to school this week and many of these children travel on a school bus. Here we look at some important laws and safety tips for motorists as well as students, to ensure the safety of everyone.
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.
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.
The Limitations Act requires an injury claim to commence within 2 years of discovering you have grounds to make a claim, which is normally 2 years from the date of the accident. When an injury develops complications, such as chronic pain, you may not discover the severity of your injury for more than 2 years, but may still be eligible to claim damages.
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.
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.
Ottawa is celebrated for its award-winning running events and its abundance of scenic trails. The newly created 5/15 Farm Run on July 15th is one of many events scheduled for 2016. Remember to practice safety while running to avoid the potential for physical injury.