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A personal injury due to any type of accident can have long-lasting effects on the quality of your life. Even seemingly minor injuries may cause problems with endless medical bills and future earning potential. Depending on the type of injury incurred during an accident, the quality of life may be severely diminished. Some of the most debilitating and catastrophic injuries include:Traumatic brain

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Each year more than 1 million vehicles are involved in injury accidents across Canada. Approximately 400,000 thousand drivers are involved in collisions involving property damage or injuries in Ontario. If you are involved in an auto accident, you are required to stop. Failure to do so may result in criminal as well as civil charges.While specific penalties vary from province to province, the

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Being involved in an accident is a harrowing experience. When an accident occurs, the adrenaline rush can often cause you to forget key the basic rules of conduct that should be followed at the scene of an automobile accident. Only constant review of what to do in case of an accident will allow you to recall them when you need them.Do not leave the scene of an accidentNever admit faultCall the

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Airbags are special, computer-controlled safety devices that are designed to come between you and the components of your vehicle like the steering wheel, or dashboard in the event of certain types of car accidents.Airbags inflate at a high velocity when triggered by accidents, primarily involving the front of the vehicle. The speed of airbag deployment is linked to certain injuries, even death,

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Adverse weather conditions play an important part in any motor vehicle accident. One of the most common types of accident in bad weather is the hydroplane and loss of control accident due to rain or ice. Many factors contribute to hydroplaning on slick roads including:The amount of water or ice on the roadVisibilitySpeedInadequate or defective tiresCars rely on friction between the tires and the

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Every automobile accident is different. The type of accident, the speeds involved, and whether or not you were wearing your seatbelt will all contribute to the nature and severity of injuries incurred. Many accident injuries can lead to permanent disabilities and lost income. Even relatively minor problems can lead to reduced abilities for which you should be compensated.Some common auto accident

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Thousands of auto accidents occur every day in Canada. In most cases, there are one or more contributing factors that cause automobile accidents, such as intoxication, distracted driving, or speeding. Just as there are many causes of auto accidents, there are many common types of auto accidents. Accidents are frequently categorized into the following groups.Head on collisionsIntersection

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Most automobile accidents are caused by careless, intoxicated, or inattentive drivers, Canada's "no fault" law does not mean that neither party caused the accident; it simply regulates a victim's ability to collect compensation by making both drivers responsible for their own insurance claims. Even though the responsible party may suffer increased premiums, "no fault" insurance itself may not

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Nobody expects to be in a car accident and when one occurs, it is usually surprising and traumatic. Even minor fender benders cause an autonomic nervous response that may prevent you from thinking clearly, even if you are not seriously injured. It is good to review what to do after a car accident every so often, just in case you have the misfortune of being in one.Obviously, the first

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Workplace accidents can happen to anyone, in any industry, at any time. Of course, certain industries are more dangerous making accidents more likely, but all businesses provide some amount of risk to their employees. It is the responsibility of your employer to enforce safety regulations, but even with these in place, not all workplace accidents can be avoided. For this reason, most employers

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What is Disability Insurance?Disability insurance is a type if insurance that protects you in the case of an accident that results in a disability that interferes with your ability to work. When you are unable to work, the loss of wages can make it difficult to make ends meet; add to that the additional expenses of medical care associated with many disabilities, and it may not be long before you

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Canada's "no fault" insurance can be a misleading term. "No fault" does not imply that the person who caused the accident is not to blame; it simply means that no matter who caused the accident, all parties are entitled to receive benefits form their insurance company. This makes it possible for people involved in car accidents to receive compensation quickly, without having to worry about

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Choosing a lawyer under any circumstances can be a tiring exercise. The phone book is filled with options, and any common internet search can turn up hundreds of lawyers willing to represent you. In cases of personal injury, the decision becomes even more difficult. You want to find a lawyer with a proven track record, but you also want to make sure your lawyer is involved in their practice with

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Personal injury law is the set of legal codes governing personal injury. Personal injury is any physical or psychological injury sustained in an accident that was not caused by you. The attorneys at Findlay Law know that personal injury cases can be difficult to prove, and compensation is often slow in coming; but their familiarity with personal injury law, and their proven track record of

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Cautious drivers allow a one to two car gap between themselves and the automobile in front of them. In this way, if the motorist in front needs to stop suddenly to make a turn they almost missed, or to avoid hitting an animal, for example, the automobile following has an appropriate amount of space in which to maneuver. Distracted and aggressive drivers can be especially dangerous in these

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What is TBI?TBI, or Traumatic Brain Injury, is an injury caused to the brain that disrupts its normal functioning. TBI results from an injury to the head, and can be sustained from impact in an automobile accident, sporting accidents, slips and falls, or penetration from workplace accidents and assaults. Your brain is a delicate organ, and can easily be damaged under a variety of normal

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What is Personal Injury?Personal injury claims cover a wide range of incidences in which you suffer physical or emotional damage due to someone else's negligence. When you are in an environment that should be safe –be it your workplace, your automobile, or even a public sidewalk- and an accident that could have been avoided causes you injury, the likelihood is that you have a case for personal

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Canadian motor vehicle accident laws are very complex. All injured parties my claim compensation as it is a "no fault" system. Often, you will discover, insurance companies will deny or delay legitimate claims or refuse to settle a claim fairly and honestly. In order to receive the compensation you are entitled to, it is often prudent to have an experienced motor vehicle accident attorney

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What is the most common premises liability claim?Generally speaking, the most common premises liability claims involve slip and fall accidents. A slip and fall accident is a term used to describe what happens when someone slips, trips and falls as a result of a dangerous or hazardous condition on someone else’s property that results in an injury. The hazardous condition could be caused by water,

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What exactly does the term "wrongful death" mean legally?Wrongful death is a legal term used to describe the death of an individual who has died because of the negligence or wrongful actions of another individual and further, that the death entitles the deceased person's survivors to financial compensation for their loss. Since nothing can ever replace the loss of a loved one this leaves the

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A spinal cord injury is one of the most catastrophic events a human being can experience. An injury to the spinal cord is usually the result of a severe trauma to the spine that damages or dislocates vertebrae. Although it is true some damage to the spinal cord may have a good prognosis, most injuries result in partial or complete paralysis.Motor vehicle accidents are a major cause of spinal cord

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A motorcycle rider must have special concerns about road safety since they are more exposed and vulnerable to the physical hazards involved in an accident than occupants of an automobile or truck.Safety precautions such as helmets and personal protective gear may lessen the risk of injury in the event of an accident for a motorcyclist, but even those who take every measure to ride a motorcycle

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What should I do if I am involved in a motorcycle accident that results in an injury?If you are involved in a motorcycle accident with injuries, you must remain at the crash site until police arrive. Inform the police of the circumstances of the crash and injuries sustained, obtain medical assistance for the injured, and get all pertinent information from the others involved, such as names,

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If the automobile accident was my fault, should I admit it?Do not volunteer the information that you believe the automobile accident was your fault. Before you admit fault, speak to an attorney and your insurance company. Any statement of wrongdoing you make to the police or the other driver may be used against you in the future. Do not sign anything until you have consulted with an attorney, but

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