Kids and Roughhousing
Our understanding of concussions and mild traumatic brain injuries continues to grow. Perhaps one of the most important discoveries in recent years is that concussions can be caused not only […]
What is an Accident?
An accident is defined as an unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally that could have been prevented had circumstances leading up to the accident been recognized and acted upon,
Tips for Driving Undistracted
Distracted driving has been receiving a lot of attention lately and most people are aware of how dangerous it can be. Despite this, many people cannot resist the urge to
Get the Facts: Electric Bicycles
Electric bicycles are ever increasing in popularity. For those who might be unfamiliar with them, electric bicycles are motorized bicycles that can look like conventional bicycles, scooters, or limited-speed motorcycles.
Special Occasion Permit
This type of license is issued by the Liquor Control Board of Ontario for the sale and service of alcohol beverages at special occasions such as weddings, stage and does,
Who’s At Fault: I Hit A Pedestrian Jay Walking
Drivers and pedestrians have a shared responsibility to use the roadway with care. In pedestrian-motor vehicle accident cases involving jay walking, both parties are generally found at fault. The degree
Do Bicycles and Sidewalks Mix?
Under the Ontario Highway Traffic Act, a bicycle is considered a vehicle. Cyclists are granted the same rights and responsibilities as other users of the road and may be subject
Distracted Driving: More Than Just Texting
Distracted driving is the leading cause of traffic-related deaths in Ontario. In response to this disturbing statistic, Ontario enacted new “distracted driving” legislation in October, 2009. This legislation made it
E-BIKES, MOPEDS, SCOOTERS: LICENCING AND INSURANCE
In recent years we are seeing more scooters and motorized bicycles on our roads. There remains some uncertainty on the licencing and insurance requirements for these vehicles. If you drive
Insuring our Teenaged Drivers
My daughter will be entering her first year of university this September. As you might imagine, she already more or less has her bags packed and one foot out the