Snowmobile Accident
Snowmobiling in Ontario is a big business. There are currently over 30,000 km of snowmobile trails in Ontario alone. In 2013 OFSC (Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs) was able to sell close to 42,000 early trail permits with thousands more sold during the rest of the season. The trails are all professionally groomed, staked, patrolled, and even properly marked with signage. Even with all this preparation accidents occur fairly...
Skiing Accidents
Winter has finally arrived in full force in southern Ontario. Can you imagine what winter in Ontario would be like if you could not partake in any outdoor winter activities? Luckily for us, we have numerous ski resorts, all within a few hours drive of the GTA, to help us enjoy these cold winter days. Is there anything better than feeling the sun on your face while the rest of your body is bundled up and warm? I pity anyone who has...
Property Damaged by a Neighbour’s Tree
What happens if your property is damaged by a neighbour’s tree? After last year’s ice storm we had a lot of people asking us if they could file a claim for property damage caused by their neighbour’s tree. This can be a contentious issue that has been known to cause bitter disputes between neighbours. If you think your neighbour’s tree is a potential threat to your property, you should immediately speak with them...
Snow Storms and Sidewalk Slip Injury
What is your responsibility when it comes to clearing the sidewalk in front of your home? This very much depends on where you live. Ontario municipalities all have different bylaws that dictate whether it is the cities responsibility or the homeowners. If you’re living in Hamilton, Kitchener, Windsor, or maybe Waterloo the responsibility is on the home or business owner. Your section of sidewalk should be cleared within 12 hours of...
Personal Injury and New Technology
There are a number of steps people take to find a personal injury lawyer? Some will search the internet, some the phone book, and some people will opt for the legal professional that is closest in proximity to their home, sometimes this might not be the best decision. New technology has worked to seemingly shrink the world and bring people closer together; we continually work to improve our approach to clients, and with clients. This...