With the return of summer weather and the rising cost of gas, many individuals are looking for alternative modes of transportation. E-bikes have become a popular mode of transportation in Ottawa in recent years. But what exactly are the laws and regulations surrounding e-bikes? Where can you ride them? Do you need insurance? This article…
read moreBeing involved in an accident can turn your life upside down. You may want nothing more than to return things to normal so that you can put the experience behind you. This means resolving your personal injury claim in Ontario as quickly as possible. It is imperative, however, to be patient. Waiting can lead to…
read moreAs an injured accident victim who plans on filing a personal injury lawsuit in Ontario, it is very important to understand the damages, or financial compensation, that you may be entitled to recover. This is the only way to ensure that you do not accept an inadequate settlement offer from an insurance company. Start by…
read moreIf you sustain an injury or illness that results in a long-term disability, you may not be able to return to work or earn a living wage. In this scenario, you can seek financial benefits to replace your lost wages through one or more programs, such as the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). It is important…
read moreEvery winter and spring, pedestrians in Ottawa and across Eastern Ontario are injured after slipping and falling on municipal sidewalks due to icy or snowy conditions. Under the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O 2.001, c. 25, municipalities owe a duty to ensure that its sidewalks and roads are kept in a reasonable state of repair. According…
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