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Accidents happen in an instant, and after you are injured it is important you understand your rights. Before you make statements to anyone, make sure you consult with a lawyer who can provide guidance. You can turn to CLG Injury Law for an honest assessment of your situation and direct legal advice. We are Atlantic Canada’s injury lawyers, and are known for our proven reputation and track record. We strive to get positive results that help clients and their families get the long-term financial assistance necessary to heal after an accident.
Snowmobiling is a fun way to spend time outside during Canadian winters, with your friends and family. Like any vehicle, there are risks to riding, so before taking to the snow, know these snowmobiling tips for the safety of you, and your family. 1. Know the Law Just like cars, snowmobile riders have rules and…
Four wheeling can be a fun way to spend time outside with friends and family. However, like any motor vehicle, an ATV (all terrain vehicle) can result in serious injury if the safety standards are ignored. Here are 5 tips to safely operating an ATV. 1. Extra Safety Precautions Should Be Taken for Children 1/3…
Accidents at a crosswalk involving pedestrians and drivers are easily preventable. Here are crosswalk safety tips for both pedestrians and drivers. Pedestrian: 1. Pedestrians at crosswalks have the right of way, if you are crossing the street, but not at a crosswalk, it is your responsibility to yield to cars. 2. Even though it’s your…
Summer and the warm weather means more people are hanging up their keys, and traveling by foot, which is great for the environment, and your health. But, it may also be dangerous if drivers aren’t expecting you, or the proper rules of the road are not being followed. Here are 10 safety rules you should…
Some drivers do not have insurance covering their vehicles in the event of an accident. This situation exists even though it is the law for all motor vehicles to have insurance to cover medical costs, lost wages, and the other damages suffered by a victim injured in a collision. Each year, a number of motorists…
Canada is scheduled to legalize recreational use of marijuana in July 2018. One area of concern is that this will lead to more impaired driving accidents. The leading cause of motor vehicle accidents causing death and injuries in Canada is impaired driving. The Canadian government has proposed changes in the Criminal Code to enhance the ability of law enforcement…
Snowmobiles and ATVs in NB, NS and PEI are considered motor vehicles and must be insured, which means you have access to the same benefits that you have with a car or motorcycle. Among other things, you are guaranteed protection against a claim from another person, as well as access to medical benefits if you…
It is important for drivers and pedestrians to be vigilant at all times. It’s the responsibility of both to ensure each other’s safety. Pedestrians are vulnerable by virtue of their lack of protection if struck by a vehicle. Over the period 2011-2015, between 15% and 16% of road fatalities have been pedestrians (source: Transport…
Has the above question ever crossed your mind? If so, rest assured, you aren’t the only one wondering if such an accident can carry a viable claim. In response to this question, the answer is the following: a passenger of a vehicle who has been injured as a result of a collision with a moose…
There are many things that can go wrong on the streets and highways of New Brunswick, and it seems the chances of a car accident occurring on any particular day are less random than one might assume. Some recently unveiled statistics have revealed some interesting trends. Allstate Insurance Company of Canada just released the results of a…
It is common to hear reports of how distracted driving in Canada leads to accidents involving other vehicles. What is often less talked about is the role distracted driving plays in pedestrian accidents. Many organizations detail the dangers of driving while distracted and how it may lead to a collision. It is reasonable to assume…
Although less frequent than car accidents, Canadians are injured in bus and train accidents every year. If you suffer from injuries following a public transit accident, you may be wondering if you are liable or not and what your options are. Can I claim for damages? Those injured in public transit accidents may claim for…
In our previous blog post, we discussed how important it is for all Canadians to take a stance against distracted driving. The truth of the matter is that distracted driving accidents can claim lives and lead to serious injuries. If you are injured in a distracted driving accident, you should make sure that you understand…
A motorcycle rider is very vulnerable and an accident is much more likely to result in an injury. There are no airbags or crumple zones to absorb the impact. Some of the worst traffic accident injuries are those involving motorcycles. Because motorcycles offer little protection for their operators in comparison to cars and trucks, the…
Semi-trucks pose a unique risk to cyclists and pedestrians. That risk is getting sucked beneath these large vehicles. A Halifax councillor wants to see that risk reduced by forcing city trucks to include special guards that would prevent this from happening. These guards are required in other countries overseas, but aren’t required in North America….
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