#AskTJGogna Personal injury lawyers understand the importance of investigating and analyzing the facts and circumstances of an accident when representing someone who has suffered an injury. They are looking for evidence to prove that someone’s negligence caused the accident and the resulting injuries. Sometimes, the evidence reveals the accident or the injuries were caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the injured party. Ontario personal injury law takes this into account and provides rules for situations when the plaintiff, which is the injured party filing the claim, is proven to be at fault. Four Elements of Negligence ...
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#AskRichardChang If you drive a passenger vehicle, the sight in your rearview mirror of a transport truck approaching a highway speed can be intimidating. One in five traffic collisions involves at least one truck according to data compiled by Ontario Provincial Police. Improper maintenance, loads shifting and driver fatigue are only a few of the causes of accidents involving commercial vehicles. Knowing some of the common types of transport truck accidents and their causes could help to keep you safe when on Ontario roads. Watch out for wide turns Large commercial vehicles, particularly tractor-trailers, require more room than smaller vehicles when negotiating ...
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#AskMeenaSaini Back pain is one of the most frequent complaints you hear from people. Studies show that four out of five Canadians will experience some degree of back pain at least once in their lives. A slip on an icy sidewalk and lifting something heavy at work are only two of the many causes of mild to debilitating back pain in adults that could prevent you from going to work or leading a normal and active life. When your back pain is the result of an injury, you could be entitled to compensation depending upon how the injury occurred. Understanding the Complex Structure of ...
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#AskTJGogna Summer and early fall offer ideal conditions for bicycle riding for adults and children, but bicycle riders need to be aware of the risks associated with sharing the road with motor vehicles, pedestrians and other bicycle riders. According to a study of fatal bicycle accidents in Ontario, 87 percent of the victims were men with the majority of the accidents occurring during daylight hours. Cycling provides exercise, enjoyment and an environmentally safe means of getting around, but you need to follow a few precautions and take steps to prevent having an accident or mishap that could send you to ...
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#AskGeorgeLaloshi Some of the products consumers use all the time can cause serious injuries when they are defective or when instructions and labels fail to tell users about known risks or how to use the product correctly. Canadian laws give the government authority to monitor the safety of consumer products, foods and health products. Based upon the information it collects, the government has various methods to alert the public about unsafe or dangerous products. Consumers injured by defective or dangerous products have the right to hold the manufacturer responsible through a claim for compensation. When is a product defective? A ...
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#AskMeenaSaini Outdoor music festivals take centre stage throughout Ontario and other provinces in Canada during the summer and fall. As much as promoters of these events attempt to provide a safe environment for festival goers, incidents and mishaps occur leading to serious physical injuries. Some injuries the result of the individual behaviour of the victim, but a common cause of injury-causing incidents is the negligence of someone other than the victim. When that happens, you could be entitled to receive compensation for your injuries. Dress for changes in the weather Keep in mind that outdoor festivals mean standing in the ...
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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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#AskCoreySax There are a number of ways in which you could suffer an injury through no fault of your own. People refer to them as accidents, but in many instances, they are the result of someone’s negligent conduct. Whether it’s a car accident, a slip and fall on someone’s property, a defective product or doctor’s failure to properly diagnose and treat an illness or injury, you could be entitled to receive compensation from the negligent party. There are some common mistakes people make that inevitably hurt a personal injury case. Failing to be evaluated by a physician Insurance companies are ...
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#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 be a challenge, so here are a few questions to ask lawyers to help you find the best personal injury lawyer for your case. How long have they been in practice? Personal injury lawyers combine knowledge of the law and an ability to gather and ...
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#AskStevenWilder School teachers and administrators have a difficult job looking out for the safety of the child parents entrust to them each and every day. When accidents happen and a child is seriously injured the primary concern for parents is their child’s wellbeing. Later, after the child receives the medical care and attention needed, concerns arise about what action can be taken and who is liable. Negligence and injuries suffered at school As a general rule, someone suffering an injury is entitled to receive compensation from another party whose negligence was the cause of the accident. This same principle holds ...
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