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Slips, Falls and Long-Term Health Consequences
Unfortunately, slips, trips, and falls are one of the most common forms of personal injury in Ontario. This article discusses the prevalence of slips and falls and the long-term health consequences that victims endure due to these accidents. The good news is that Mackesy Smye Lawyers can help.
Public Transit Motor Vehicle Accidents
Public transit is popular in Hamilton because it’s clean, affordable, reliable and good for the environment, however what most riders aren’t aware of is that accidents involving public transit under Ontario Insurance laws, aren’t considered an accident. Read this article and learn more.
Elevator Failure – Who’s Responsible?
It’s the nightmare scenario – traveling from floor to floor in a high rise building when the elevator shudders, coming to a sudden halt. Concern turns to panic as minutes seem like hours waiting for help, while worrying about the elevator failing & plunging to the bottom floor. If you’ve suffered anxiety or injury in an elevator failure, read this article to learn your options.
Pedestrian Accidents – Intersections Vs. Mid-Block Crossings
Pedestrian accidents are an increasing problem throughout Canada. According to Metro Toronto, 2015 was one of the worst for pedestrian fatalities in the City of Toronto (38) and this year is on track to be close to that number with 23 pedestrian deaths by midyear.
Winter Driving – Road Maintenance & Tips
Winter is here in Ontario and everyone from the Farmer’s Almanac to Environment Canada agrees: the weather will be cold and snowy in 2017. No one agrees on how cold or how much snow we’ll have, but from all accounts, we can count on both. Unfortunately, regardless of weather, most of us must commute daily, driving in wintry weather often on poor road conditions.
Disability as a Result of Workplace Conflict
Filing a disability claim can be frightening not only due to your injuries but also because of the implications that may be inferred by peers and future employers. If the injury occurred due to a workplace conflict, a personal injury lawyer in Hamilton can help you and ensure that you get through it with ease. Read this article and learn how.
Medical Malpractice Cases: Can I Refuse Treatment?
Let us consider this simple scenario: a minivan driver rear-ended Lynn, 46, when she was driving home from her job. After a brief hospital stay, Lynn has chronic low back pain that does not respond to medication.
Is Waiving the Financing Condition Smart?
The Financing Condition – Before a home buyer begins looking for housing, the buyer should visit a mortgage lender to pre-qualify for a loan or receive pre-approval. Pre-qualification is a less formal process than pre-approval.
Manufacturers’ Duty of Care Responsibilities
A married couple visits the in-laws for Sunday dinner. Mom prepares her specialty: chicken paprikash with imported Hungarian paprika. Dinner smells terrific.
Supporting Your Dependents in your Estate
Dependent Support with a Will in Place – If you have a will in place and you are supporting your spouse and dependent children at the time of your death, support probably continues for them.
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