#AskJeremyDiamond It stands to reason that most animal attacks on humans involve dogs. The dog population across Canada exceeds 8 million. Ontario looked at the statistics about the dog breeds most frequently involved in attacks on people and amended its law pertaining to owner liability to prohibit people from owning pit bulls. This resulted in a sharp decline over the years in the pit bull population in the province. As the pit bull population declined in Ontario, the number of people possessing exotic animals, such as tigers, monkeys and alligators, has increased thanks in part to laws that make ownership ...
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#AskJeremyDiamond The right to make a claim for compensation against someone whose negligence or careless disregard for your safety caused you to be injured has a time limit. Your right to compensation could be lost by failing to sue the other party within the limitation period specified in the Ontario Limitations Act. Everyone, including parents, should be aware of how limitation periods could affect their claim and the claims of their children. Ontario Limitations Act The law gives you two years within which to file a claim for compensation in Ontario. The time is calculated from the date of discovery ...
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#AskJeremyDiamond It can be intimidating for drivers of passenger vehicles to be riding next to or in front of a large transport truck traveling at highway speeds. Your fears about what could happen to you and the passengers in your vehicle in the event of a collision are well-founded. According to the Ontario Provincial Police, one out of every five highway crashes in the province involve at least one commercial truck. When someone is killed in a truck accident, questions arise about who can be held responsible for paying compensation and which members of a victim’s family have the right to make ...
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#AskJeremyDiamond Canada Day is a festive time throughout the country as Canadians celebrate their heritage. Whether your celebration involves fireworks, a drive to a mountain lake, a trip across town or a backyard pool party, keeping yourself and others safe should be your number one priority. Here are a few tips to you can follow to help enjoy the celebration without mishap. When heading to the outdoors, have a plan Camping, festivals, fireworks displays and other outdoor activities have been a part of Canada Day celebrations for years for countless families throughout Ontario. Crowds or unfamiliar areas can result in ...
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If you are unable to work because of an injury or illness, the anxiety and stress from worrying about how to support your family can be overwhelming. Workers in Ontario could be entitled short-term disability benefits. Finding out what benefits you are entitled to receive and pursuing a claim for them can be difficult without the assistance of an experienced lawyer. Understanding your short-term disability policy Short-term disability insurance plans are not written with the consumer in mind. They are complex legal documents outlining the rights and obligations of you and the insurance company. Understanding your benefits under the policy ...
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#AskJeremyDiamond Ontario’s 250,000 lakes with winter temperatures that plummet to minus 40 degrees Celsius make it a popular destination for people who enjoy ice fishing. Venturing out on a frozen lake or other body of water for a day of fishing can quickly turn from an enjoyable recreational activity into a deadly encounter. According to the Canadian Red Cross, 9 percent of all water immersion deaths involving ice occurred while the victims were engaged in hunting or fishing activities. There is no reason you cannot go ice fishing without being injured or killed in an accident as long as you practice a few safety ...
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#AskJeremyDiamond The season of twinkling lights, holiday decorations and, inevitably, office holiday parties has arrived. The office party is a time-honored holiday tradition bringing together co-workers to join in celebration. These gatherings, particularly when alcohol is served, can lead to legal entanglements and liability issues. Here are a few tips to help make your holiday office party a safe and liability-free celebration for all to enjoy. Avoid serving alcohol Employers who ban alcohol from holiday parties might be minimizing the risk of intoxicated guests acting inappropriately or being involved in a crash while driving themselves home, but they are not ...
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#AskJeremyDiamond Most people like to think of their home as being a safe place, but statistics released by the government prove otherwise when it comes to falls and the serious injuries they can cause. Falls are the leading cause of children ages nine and younger being admitted to the hospital. For older adults living in Ontario, falls are particularly dangerous and account for more than 100,000 emergency department visits and 20,000 hospital admissions annually. There are steps you can take to make your home a safer place and prevent falls from occurring. Keep yourself physically fit Annual physical examinations become even more important as ...
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