If you are a business owner, it is important to know the risks of being sued by a customer who gets injured on your property. It is even more important that you know how to protect yourself and avoid property related liability so you can save your hard earned money instead of having to pay
It’s coming slowly, but winter in Ottawa will eventually be upon us, and with it will come snow and ice. More than ever, careful driving will be of absolute importance, for two main reasons. The first, of course, is your safety, and the safety of your passengers, be they friends or family. The second is
The Rideau Canal that runs from the Ottawa River to Lake Ontario is not just one of our country’s great historic sites-it’s also home of the world’s longest skating rink. Every year, nearly eight kilometres (of a total 202 kilometres) beginning at the northernmost end are carefully converted into the Rideau Canal Skateway. This has
In our consumerist society, shopping is a common occurrence. You bring home a new product assuming nothing is amiss, but sometimes that product may be defective or even dangerous. If you’re a victim of personal injury due to a malfunctioning product, you have the option to sue the manufacturer, distributor, or retailer – or possibly
According to Health Canada, the majority of injuries associated with dog bites are sustained in children aged 5 to 9 years old (29%). Not only do many of these attacks result in injuries that require stitches, rabies shots, and in extreme cases, plastic surgery, but they can also leave a child with mental trauma. The
Autumn in Ottawa is enjoying an extended stay, but there is no doubt that winter is on the way. The days are mild, but the evening and early morning temperatures drop, leaving a hint of what is to come next: slippery, ice covered walkways. Accumulation of ice and snow make it difficult to get around
When you get into a small car accident, it can be hard to pinpoint any injuries at first. People tend to brush off minor cuts and bruises, and not pay too much attention to small aches and pains, thinking they will go away overnight. If you’ve been in a car accident, no matter how minor,
Get the Facts on How Accidents Happen, How to Prevent Them, and More Christmas decorations are up in the shopping malls. Insulated boots are on display in department stores. Mitts and toques adorned with the maple leaf are everywhere. The snow may not have built up yet, but there’s no doubt about it-it’s beginning to
How to ensure you’re protected at your place of employment. There are several key factors to enjoying a long and successful career in whichever occupation you choose, and one of these factors should stand above the rest: workplace safety. Working in an informed and safe environment is obviously crucial to enjoying your job. Any personal
Medical Malpractice Is a Serious and Life-Altering Event-Ottawa Lawyers Want You to Know the Facts Doctors are an important part of any society, and the hardworking people who do these jobs are vital to saving and helping the lives of the people who come to them. But no one is perfect, and sometimes even a