Spinal cord injury (SCI) patients around the world could benefit from the “unprecedented breakthrough” of electrical stimulation therapy. The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation funded an electrical stimulation therapy study in which four young paralyzed men received an epidural electrical stimulator implantation. The results, which were published in the medical journal Brain, are very encouraging. … Continue reading “New Hope for SCI Patients: The Benefits of Electrical Stimulation Therapy”
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”
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.
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”
The term “catastrophic impairment” is more than a description of someone’s medical condition. In the context of motor vehicle accident claims, the definition of “catastrophic impairment” encompasses several criteria used to determine the severity of an accident survivor’s injuries, as well as their eligibility for higher amounts of accident benefits. This definition underwent revisions in 2016. To learn about the changes made to the definition of “catastrophic impairment” and the current criteria for these accident benefits, click here.
Results from clinical studies on stem cell treatments for patients with spinal cord injuries have been released in recent years. While more research is necessary, the results are promising. In 2009, the FDA in the United States gave approval to begin stem cell transplantation safety testing on humans. The initial study results demonstrate that patients … Continue reading “Advancements in Stem Cell Transplants for Spinal Cord Injuries”
The term “doored” is used to describe an incident that occurs when a car door opens in the path of a travelling cyclist, causing a collision. These vehicle-bicycle accidents can cause significant injuries for cyclists, and unfortunately, local laws may be of little help. Dooring Laws in Ontario Officials do not consider dooring a moving … Continue reading “Bicyclists: What to Do if You Are “Doored” by a Car in Ontario”
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