We are surrounded by products that have been sold to us at all times. Whether it be our cellphones, furniture, clothes, food, or any other manufactured item. And regardless of what the product may be, we always assume it to fulfill a certain purpose, and more importantly, to work as promised and cause us no harm. Read More
Why You Should Always Remove Icicles From Your Home And Property?
During the harsh, cold winter months, the majority of pedestrians will be focusing on where they are stepping in order to avoid slipping on a frozen puddle or smoothly trampled patch of snow. Because of this, very few pay attention to what is going on over their heads. Or more specifically: what is hanging over their heads. Read More
Who Is Held Liable For Defective Children’s Toys?
When we go out to buy presents for a child, we assume that all the toys marketed at children are safe for them to play with. But this isn’t always the case. And it is not just the small parts that pose a choking hazard that are the problem; there are also other defects which can pose a threat for the children in our lives. Read More
What To Know About Tort Claims?
Following an accident in which you were severely injured, you will likely encounter the term “tort claim”. If you have not already informed yourself online, we are here to explain the ins and outs of tort claims, what their purpose is, and why you may be encouraged by your lawyer to file one yourself. It is good to talk with an expert when you are in doubt as they understand the law and with experience, they know all aspects of the case. Read More
Liability of The Owner In Case of A Dog Attack
With millions of dogs living in the country, Canada is experiencing a rise in dog bites and attacks, despite the prohibition of obtaining dog breeds prone to violence. For dog owners this means that, now more than ever, they should be aware of their rights and the laws of liability in case of such attacks and bites. Read More
Importance of Presenting Evidence In A Personal Injury Case
It may seem ridiculous at first, when you recount the events which surround the incident which caused your injury as if it weren’t completely obvious what happened. But once you realize that you will not just have to retell the events to receive compensation, but that you will also have to present proof for this string of events, things can quickly become confusing and overwhelming. Read More
Complex Nature of Fatigue In Connection With Traumatic Brain Injury
When it comes to deaths and disabilities related to injuries, traumatic brain injury, or TBI, still holds the number one spot, and in a lot of these cases, fatigue has been reported to be a major side effect. Everybody has dealt with fatigue during the day at some point or another, but chronic fatigue cannot be cured by a good night’s rest, and will continue to plague and heavily impact the victim’s life regardless of how much rest they get each night. Read More
A Step-By-Step Guide To Personal Injury Lawsuits
Following an injury sustained in an accident, you will be looking down a road paved with paperwork, meetings, and appointments, especially if you now have the goal of filing a personal injury lawsuit. Read More
Time Limits On Filing A Claim On Municipality By Injured Victims
This article focuses on the limited time span during which Canadians injured in an incident on government property have for filing a personal injury claim. According to the law, each of them must notify the appropriate municipality within 10 days. Those victims that fail to present a notification within that short span of time lack the ability to seek compensation for the municipality’s alleged negligence. Read More
The Expected Effect of Canada’s New Impaired Driving Laws
Motivated by the fact that society has chosen to accept recreational use of marijuana, Canadian legislators have enacted some new impaired driving laws. These represent an attempt to avoid creation of a group of mothers that advocate for more restrictions on drivers that get high, before sitting behind the steering wheel. Read More