Temperatures are dropping, snow is falling, and roads are as icy as ever. Imagine you’re driving on rural roads towards a weekend winter getaway. Suddenly you hit a patch of black ice, swerve off the pavement, and end up in a ditch. You try to call for assistance, but there’s no service. Now what? Why …
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You just sustained a serious injury in a slip and fall accident, what are your concerns? Municipal slip and fall cases Limitation periods and reasonable excuse If your slip and fall occurred at the municipal property, the Municipal Act states you have 10 days to provide a written notice to the Municipality. You have two …
Thought high visibility or reflective clothing is just for construction workers, traffic wardens and the emergency services? Think again! Despite this clothing reducing your likelihood of being involved in a pedestrian accident this winter, wearing high visibility or reflective gear is often seen as unfashionable or a social taboo. It shouldn’t be however. According to …
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Post-concussion recovery: What to do after a concussion injury Here at MG Law, we hope you never have to deal with the effects of mild traumatic brain injury or as its more popularly known, concussion. Unfortunately, accidents happen. From car accidents to slips and falls, getting struck on the head to suffering strong bodily contact …
Pay attention at Ottawa intersections Despite a significant increase in the number of vehicles on the roads, The City of Ottawa has declared their roadways among the safest in Canada. Thousands upon thousands of cars, trucks, motorcycles, cyclists, and pedestrians make their way through Ottawa’s intersections on a daily basis. Although intersections are designed to …
Information on truck accidents Driving on any major highway can be intimidating for even the most experienced driver. There is a lot to consider when going a certain speed, and sharing the road with transport trucks doesn’t make it any easier. In fact, if you’ve ever felt a bit uneasy about driving next to one, …
Important tips for boat safety Canada is blessed with an abundance of lakes and rivers, and therefore what better way is there to celebrate summer than recreational boating? Boating is one of the country’s favourite pastimes and although most do it safely, it is still a common source of injury. An 18-year study by the …
Prepare for riding season L. Craig Brown* Craig Brown is now the counsel to MG Law. Please read his article about cyclist and motorcyclist safety on the road Cyclists and motorcyclists know that two wheels can be more fun than four. Few things in life compare with the feeling of banking into a long curve …
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