#AskIsaacZisckind The lakes, mountains and abundance of trials throughout Ontario offer hikers and campers unlimited opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities this summer. You can reduce the risk of being injured by taking a few precautions that begin by packing the proper gear and clothing. When accidents and injuries do occur, the owner of the land on which you were hiking or camping might be responsible under the Ontario Occupiers’ Liability Act. Preparation is essential to remain safe during outdoor activities Pack enough food, water and other supplies to last at least for the length of time you anticipate being gone. ...
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#AskIsaacZisckind The Ontario Limitations Act should be of a concern for anyone injury through the negligence of another party. Under normal circumstances, you only have two years from the date of the accident causing you to be injured to sue for compensation. Two years might appear to be a lot of time, but it can go by quickly. Waiting too long could ruin your chance to recover damages, but there are special rules in place to protect the rights of children and certain other categories of accident victims if a lawsuit is not filed within the two-year limitation period. The ...
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#AskIsaacZisckind Making the move from one home to another can be a daunting experience, but a real estate agent makes it easier. The agent working with you can be a source of expert advice and guidance about the real estate market and the process of buying, selling and financing real estate. Your home is undoubtedly the biggest investment most people make in their lives, so it is essential to find a real estate possessing the skill, knowledge and experience to maximize your investment no matter whether you are a buyer or a seller. Here are a few tips to help ...
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#AskIsaacZisckind Government regulators and the media have focused attention in recent years on the widespread prescribing of opioid medications for patients experiencing pain due to injuries. One study reported 2,861 deaths in 2016 attributed to the use of opioids in Canada and a sharp rise in people seeking care in hospital emergency departments for opioid-related conditions. The federal governments in Canada and the United States have responded by declaring an opioid crisis attributed to high prescription rates in both countries. Individuals could have a claim for compensation against doctors who overprescribe pain relief medication. Opioid medications Opioids are drugs derived ...
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#AskIsaacZisckind Getting together with friends or loved ones for dinner at your favorite restaurant or for a home-cooked meal with food purchased at your local grocery store should not end with you and other members of your group getting sick. At least 4 million Canadians fall victim to illnesses caused by the food they consume. More than 11,600 people are hospitalized and another 238 die because of eating tainted or contaminated food products. Restaurants that sell prepared foods and merchants, including grocery stores, selling food products for consumption or preparation at home, have an obligation to offer food products that are safe ...
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#AskIsaacZisckind Buying a home may offer distinct advantages over paying rent to a landlord. For one thing, at the end of your rental, you have nothing to show for the money you paid each month. When you own the home you live in, increases in market value and reduction of the mortgage through your monthly payments increase the equity you have in the home. There are a few things you need to know before you begin your search for the home of your dreams to make your quest a successful one. Arrange for a consultation with a real estate lawyer ...
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#AskIsaacZisckind You might think the process is safe because of the documentation required to establish ownership of the property and title insurance to verify the legitimacy of the transaction, but a recent news story about the arrest of four people for committing mortgage fraud illustrates the dangers to homeowners and lending institutions. In fact, mortgage fraud has increased by 52 percent throughout Canada with Ontario being one of the provinces hardest hit by this criminal activity. It is important to understand how mortgage fraud occurs and what you can do to protect yourself from it. What is mortgage fraud? Mortgage fraud is the deliberate ...
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#AskIsaacZisckind An injury suffered in an Ontario motor vehicle accident can be physically and financially devastating. You must endure the pain and trauma from the injuries suffered in the collision that could keep you out of work while bills start to pile up as you worry about how they are going to be paid. Help is available through the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS) administered by the Automobile Accident Benefits Service of Ontario. You right to compensation following an accident If you are seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident, you could have the ability to sue the negligent party ...
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#AskIsaacZisckind An average of four people die each day on Canadian roads in crashes in which alcohol or drugs play a role according to MADD Canada. Although there are severe penalties for drivers arrested and convicted of driving while impaired, Statistics Canada reports that a disturbingly large number of drivers responding to a survey admitted to driving while impaired an average of six times in a one-year period. Obviously, there is much for people to learn about the effects of alcohol and drugs on their driving abilities and the risk of injury and death posed by impaired drivers. What is impaired driving? Operating a ...
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#AskIsaacZisckind The streets of communities throughout Ontario will soon be filled with ghosts and goblins of all shapes and sizes in search of assorted sweet treats and perhaps a bit of mischief on Halloween. Children are more interested in the contents of their bags of goodies than in watching out for cars, so here are a few tips for parents and motorists to help keepthe little ones safe. Dress them for safety Seeing children dressed as a favorite action hero or a fairy tale princess is fun, but parents should exercise care and good judgment when buying or making costumes. Things ...
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