Why Whiplash Is A Serious Yet Underrated Injury?

There are quite a lot of different injuries which may take place after a vehicular accident. Whiplash is one of the most common ones and also one which is particularly underrated – this is something that you need to account for. This is a term which is used to describe an injury which results from an abrupt flexion of your neck in a quick back and forth manner. This is usually taking place if you’ve been rear-ended. The consequences of an injury of the kind are most commonly long-term and they manifest as a dull and constant back pain. This is something particularly unpleasant and it can cost you quite a lot to get it recovered. (more…)

Personal Injury Claims For Product Liability

Every year, tens of thousands of individuals sustain injuries from defective products and yet many of them do not realize that they may be entitled to compensation for these accidents under Provincial Law.  Product safety is vital where consumer confidence is concerned.  But when an individual sustains injuries from a product that is deemed as being safe, the only way to preserve consumer confidence is by holding the designer, manufacturer, and anyone else involved in the supply accountable for their negligence. (more…)

Motorcycle Accidents And The Need For A Personal Injury Lawyer

One of the more common causes of catastrophic injuries and fatalities in the Ottawa, Kingston, and Sudbury areas are accidents that involve a motorcycle and some other significantly larger vehicle.  Not only is there a greater likelihood of a motorcyclist getting into an accident, but the risk of sustaining devastating injuries is much higher for them as well.  Even if the individual has taken every safety precaution, they will still sustain more severe injuries than drivers of other vehicles. (more…)

Know More About Public Transportation Accident Liability

Accidents involving buses, streetcars, subways, and trains occur on a regular basis in the cities of Ottawa, Kingston, and Sudbury.  While many individuals are injured in these types of accidents, some can be severe and even fatal.  If you’re a public transportation passenger, little can be done to predict an impending accident or prevent it from happening.  Consequently, passengers using public transit venues are particularly vulnerable to injuries whenever an accident occurs. (more…)

Improved Safety Laws For Ontario Pedestrians

As a pedestrian in the Ottawa, Kingston, or Sudbury areas, walking near any roadway can put you at serious risk of being injured.  You could be crossing the road in a marked crosswalk and hit by a driver who was in a hurry to get some place or you could be hit by a driver who is under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.  No matter what the circumstances, a personal injury lawyer can help you understand the laws regarding your specific case and help you file a claim against the responsible party. (more…)