Traffic authorities in Toronto have been studying pedestrian accidents. They have even given their efforts a special name, Vision Zero. Those taking part in Vision Zero have chosen to exam all the numbers that relate to pedestrian accidents. Read More
The Process Used For Suing Someone In Ontario
If a resident of Ontario becomes the victim of an accident, that same resident has the right to file a personal injury claim. Completion of that step initiates a dispute between the victim and the responsible party. If negotiations do not seem to promise a favorable outcome for the victim/claimant, then that claimant might care to pursue another option. Read More
Possible Defenses For An Occupier Following A Slip And Fall Incident
Contrary to the thinking of the victim of a slip and fall incident, the occupier does not always deserve to become the target of a personal injury claim. Some occupiers can present a winning defense, when faced with the prospect of being held liable for the injuries caused by such an incident. Read More
Learn How To Report A Car Accident In Ontario
The passenger or driver that has become involved in a car accident enjoys certain rights. Still, that same person could lose those rights, by failing to submit an accident report. Read More
Calculation of Pain And Suffering Caused By Someone’s Negligence
The legal system defines negligence as careless and neglectful behavior. That is the sort of behavior that can trigger the occurrence of an accident. If that accident results in harming others, those that were harmed can seek compensation for their pain and suffering. Read More
What Are Chances That Your Personal Injury Case Will Go To Trial?
According to statistics analyzed by personal injury lawyers, roughly 95% of the cases initiated by their clients never reach the stage where the client must appear in court. In other words, all but 5% of the cases get settled without any litigation. Those figures highlight each client’s need to have a strong level of trust in the hired attorney. Read More
Reasons For Having A Medical Malpractice Lawyer
In order to do a good job of representing a client, a medical malpractice lawyer needs to have a good grasp of all the facts that relate to the client’s case. It then becomes the lawyer’s job to analyze those same facts. Yet that is only one of the many jobs that a medical malpractice lawyer needs to carry-out. A patient could encounter specific problems that might force the hired attorney to undertake other tasks. Read More
Changes In Your Insurance Rates Following An Accident
If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident, your insurance company will be studying the information from numerous sources, in order to determine who should be named as the at-fault driver. The insurer does not assume that the police report has identified the correct motorist. Read More
Basis of Claim For Premises Liability
A silent contract creates the basis for a charge of premises liability. A retailer has the contract with any customer. The retailer has promised that the customer will remain safe, after entering the store’s door. Read More
What Happens If I Get Hit By Driver That Leaves Scene?
If a driver hits a pedestrian and then drives off, the pedestrian becomes the victim in a hit-and-run incident. All such victims have an obligation to help the police. Their assistance is expected, during the search for the responsible driver. You need to be aware that irrespective of the current location of the hit and run driver, the unidentified driver remains responsible for any injuries. That driver is responsible both legally and financially and it is possible that the victim may have clues that could prove of value to the police. Read More