Archive for August, 2012
Combining Physical and Psychological Impairments in Catastrophic Impairment
If suffering serious injuries from an accident, the method for assessing catastrophic impairment should be more inclusive according to an Ontario Court of Appeal decision. An assessment of physical and psychological impairments should be allowed to be combined in determining if someone suffers from...
Critique of Proposed Mandatory Helmet Law
Critics of the proposed mandatory helmet law in Ontario suggest that there may be negative repercussions if the government chooses to adopt it. A report from the Office of Ontario’s Chief Coroner which made recommendations on how to reduce the injuries and fatalities of cyclists has prompted...
Cycling Review Calls for Mandatory Use of Helmets for Cyclists
A report from the Office of Ontario’s Chief Coroner has made recommendations on how to make the roads safer for cyclists. The recommendations include a ‘complete streets’ approach which focuses on the (re)development of communities by taking into account the safety of all road users,...
Understanding What Insurance is Readily Available to You in Ontario After a Car Accident [Video]
What is important to know about automobile insurance coverage after you have been involved in a car accident in Ontario? The primary concern arising from a motor vehicle collision is to protect your legal rights for any future claims you may have resulting from this collision. In Ontario, every...
