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 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”
Snowmobiling is a popular activity in Ontario, owing to our abundant snow and trails. In fact, the 2010 Ontario Road Safety Annual Report indicated there were more than 310,000 registered snowmobiles that year in Ontario. Unfortunately, this recreational activity and mode of transportation is not without hazard. The same safety report listed 27 fatalities for … Continue reading “Avoiding Wintertime Accidents: 7 Snowmobile Safety Tips”
Trip and fall accidents – as with slip and fall accidents – are a year-round safety issue but may be more likely to occur in the winter months. Many trip and fall accidents can be attributed to an owner or occupier’s negligence. A victim who suffers serious injury in a trip and fall accident on … Continue reading “Why Do Trip and Fall Accidents Happen in the Winter?”
As an insured driver or person involved a motor vehicle accident in Ontario, you are entitled to certain benefits in the event of an accident. The provincial Insurance Act outlines these Statutory Accident Benefits. They are available regardless of who caused the accident and related injuries. AN OVERVIEW OF THE STANDARD STATUTORY ACCIDENT BENEFITS Medical … Continue reading “A Guide to Statutory Accident Benefits after a Car Crash in Ontario”
Legal fees are an important consideration when hiring a personal injury or Long-Term Disability lawyer. Contingency lawyer fees are one way law firms are able to provide services to accident victims who lack the resources to pay upfront, out-of-pocket fees. How Contingency Lawyer Fees Work in a Personal Injury Case Contingency fees depend upon the … Continue reading “Contingency Lawyer Fees: When and How is Payment Expected?”
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