#AskSandraZisckind One of the essential tasks of an Ontario personal injury lawyer upon taking on the case of a client injured in an accident is to review the facts to determine who is responsible. For instance, it might seem safe to assume that a driver who fails to obey a stop sign crashes into another car causing serious injuries to its occupants is responsible for the crash and should be held liable to pay damages, but this might be only partially accurate. An investigation into the facts of the case could reveal that the driver who ignored the stop sign ...
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#AskSandraZisckind Warmer weather signals a start to the boating season in Ontario. The province offers countless lakes and rivers for recreational watercraft of all types and sizes. Even if you do not own a boat of your own, a weekend on the water can still be in your plans with boat rental companies throughout Ontario. One thing everyone venturing out for a day of boating must make a priority is staying safe and avoiding accidents. Most boating accidents and drownings could be prevented by following some simple safety rules. Proof of competency Safe operation of a motorized boat requires that ...
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#AskSandraZisckind Most roadway accidents in Ontario do not result in serious injuries or fatalities to the drivers or occupants of the vehicles involved in them, but not everyone is fortunate to walk away uninjured or with only minor injuries. Some injuries are so severe that victims never fully recover. Loss of limbs, paralysis and brain trauma are types of catastrophic injuries requiring extensive medical treatment and long-term care. Recent changes to the law in Ontario affect the compensation available for accident victims with catastrophic injuries. Ontario Statutory Accident Benefits Every auto insurance policy issued in Ontario must provide compensation ...
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#AskSandraZisckind You might think the parking lot at the mall where you shop or at the office complex where you work is a relatively safe place. After all, parked cars and vehicles searching for a parking place are safer and pose less risk of a collision than vehicles traveling at high speeds on the roads and highways you take to get to your destination. The truth is that parking lot accidents occur with alarming frequency causing property damage and physical injuries. Here are some of the things you need to know about parking lot accidents and what to do if you become ...
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#AskSandraZisckind Participation in sports is important for children. Depending upon the sports activity, sports helps children in their physical development while teaching sportsmanship and teamwork. Staying active is important in combating the sharp rise in childhood obesity. There are, however, risks associated with most sports activities engaged in by children. Statistics show that 50 percent of the injuries suffered by children of secondary school age are related to sports. You cannot eliminate all risk of injury when your child participates in swimming, hockey, soccer, baseball or other sport, but there are a few things you can do to reduce the risk of an ...
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#AskSandraZisckind Slippery sidewalks and roads are not the only risks winter weather brings for Ontario residents. Most people have become accustomed to the dangers snow and ice pose and take extra care when walking over patches of snow or ice. While people are focusing their attention to what is beneath their feet, another winter danger could be looming overhead. Icicles can be pretty to look at but deadly when they fall You see them hanging from homes and commercial buildings. Snow melting on rooftops is supposed to drain off before it refreezes and becomes ice. If a ridge of ice blocks the water from ...
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#AskSandraZisckind From private parties to public celebrations in Toronto and Ottawa, Ontario has become the province New Year’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 to prevent accidents and keep everyone safe. Don’t drink and drive New Year’s Eve festivities generally involve alcohol, so plan your evening before heading out to celebrate. According to MADD Canada, four people die each day in road accidents in which alcohol is a contributing factor. ...
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#AskSandraZisckind School field trips offer an opportunity to expand the education process for youngsters. They expose students to new experiences and frequently allow teachers to use them as an extension of the lessons being taught in the classroom. Unfortunately, accidents and mishaps happen when groups of students and teachers engage in organized activities away from classroom. Advance preparation and planning are essential for a successful and safe field trip. If you are a teacher, school administrator or concerned parent, here are a few tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable field trip experience. Visit the site Before you get into ...
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#AskSandraZisckind Fake or fraudulent accident claims increase the cost of insurance for everyone. It is estimated that fraudulent auto accident claims cost Canadians billions of dollars each year. Beside the financial impact of insurance fraud, it is also a criminal act. One way to avoid becoming a victim of a fake accident claim is to recognize how they occur. Fake accidents There are several scenarios under which fake accident claims are made, including: Actual accidents with additional “victims” added Staged accidents in which another vehicle purposely collides with your vehicle Pedestrians purposely stepping into or in front of your vehicle Reports filed ...
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#AskSandraZisckind Civil cases and criminal cases each seek to right a wrong by using the courts, but other than that, the two types of cases are very different. Criminal cases, for instance, are brought by the government or the Crown against an individual, known as the defendant, accused of violating a law, such as the Criminal Code, prohibiting certain conduct or behaviour. The parties in a civil case are the plaintiff, the party seeking compensation, and one or more defendants. There are, however, other distinct differences between the two types of cases. Purpose of each The purpose of a criminal ...
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