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  • Monday, 08 January 2018
Liability and shovelling this winter
#AskStevenWilder Itโ€™s a fact of life throughout Ontario that winter brings snow and lots of it. Shovelling the icy substance from the sidewalks in front of your home or business might not be the most pleasant way to spend a part of your day, but not doing it could make you responsible if someone is…
  • Friday, 05 January 2018
Questions to ask before hiring a personal injury lawyer in Ontario
#AskRobertGabor If you have been injured because of the negligent or wrongful conduct of another party, you could be entitled to compensation. Car accidents and injuries caused by falling on an ice-covered sidewalk that someone failed to clear are examples of the types of cases handled by personal injury lawyers. Choosing a lawyer to represent you can…
  • Wednesday, 03 January 2018
Ontario introduces welcome changes to its Disability Support Program
#AskScottTottleย  The Ontario Disability Support Program provides financial assistance to disabled individuals and their families in need of help with essential living expenses. Included among the benefits of ODSP are prescription drugs, vision care and career and employment guidance. Individuals receiving compensation for pain and suffering in personal injury cases could lose all or part…
  • Monday, 01 January 2018
Snowmobile safety
  • Friday, 29 December 2017
Staying Safe During New Yearโ€™s Eve
#AskSandraZisckind From private parties to public celebrations in Toronto and Ottawa, Ontario has become the province New Yearโ€™s Eve revelers choose for their year-end celebrations. Parties are everywhere, but no matter whether you are a guest or a host, safety should always be a primary concern. Before the festivities begin, take note of a few tips designed…
  • Wednesday, 27 December 2017
Avoid injuries by practising safety on the slopes
#AskHeikkiCoxKikkajoon Skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities draw millions of people to the slopes throughout Ontario. A day on the slopes with friends can quickly turn to tragedy. Serious injuries and fatalities associated with downhill skiing and snowboarding have increased as the number of people participating in these popular winter activities has increased. Researchers have…
  • Monday, 25 December 2017
Distracted driving: A leading cause of vehicle crashes
#AskJoshuaHimel If the mention of distracted driving brings to mind someone talking on a cellphone or texting, you would be only partially correct. Distractions include drinking a cup of coffee on your way to work, changing the address on your GPS or any activity that takes your eyes or mental focus away from the road…
  • Friday, 22 December 2017
Drug Impaired Driving
The governmentโ€™s plans to decriminalize the use of marijuana has yet to become law in Canada, but it has already caused people to ask questions about the effect the legislation will have upon safety on the nationโ€™s highways. Drug impaired drivers are already a major cause of fatal accidents. In a survey of young people…
  • Wednesday, 20 December 2017
Adjusted Headrests Prevent Injuries
#AskDanielDiamond If you asked Ontario drivers to list theย safety featuresย built into their vehicles, most of them would probably mention air bags, seat belts and anti-lock brakes. It is doubtful if any of them would mention their vehicleโ€™s headrests, yet they are a proven method of reducing serious injuries in a collision. Research shows headrests can…
  • Friday, 15 December 2017
Who’s Liable in an Accident When You Lend Your Car?
#AskCoreySax When a friend or relative asks to borrow your car, the simple act of handing over the keys could unleash a Pandoraโ€™s Box of legal issues in the event of an accident. Itโ€™s difficult to say โ€œno,โ€ but before handing over the keys, you should consider what your act of kindness might cost you…

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