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Rain in Ottawa – Safe Driving Tips for Rain , Lawyer David Hollingsworth
Ottawa Law Firms- Ottawa Accident Lawyer – David Hollingsworth.
Avoiding an Ottawa Car Accident….We can expect a lot of rain this week in Ottawa. Although it’s good for the grass and the tulips, rain can be problematic on our roads. We are so use to driving defensively in winter conditions but it is important to keep in mind that rain and wet roads can also be dangerous and it never hurts to be reminded….
- Drive slowly ! Drive at rate of speed that suits the weather conditions;
- Pay careful attention to the car ahead of you and your surroundings;
- Keep a wider following distance; some drivers forget to signal at times causing an abrupt stop for the cars behind;
- Try to avoid slamming on your brakes, this may cause your vehicle to skid and the roads are slick;
- Visibility is already a problem, ensure your windows are properly defogged so you don’t add to this problem;
- Ensure your windshield wipers are in working order and do not leave streaks; and
- If it is dark ensure you are not over driving your headlights.
Ottawa car accidents occur frequently on rainy days because road conditions. Please drive safely out there Ottawa and avoid the chance of an Ottawa car accident.
Ottawa Car Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth has been helping Ottawa and Ontario accident victims since 1999. Many accident victims are unaware of the benefits to which they are entitled to. With extensive experience and knowledge of relevant accident and personal injury issues, David has recovered millions of dollars in settlements on behalf of his accident clients. David has the experience and skill to help obtain maximum compensation. David offers free consultations and makes home visits or hospital visits. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. David understands, he cares and he is there to help.
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Kemptville Motorcycle Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth: Motorcycle accident results in death
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Motorcycle Accidents, Ottawa Injury and Accidents, wrongful death on May 13th, 2011
Kemptville : Motorcycle Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth…I’m sorry to share with you this terrible accident. My thoughts go out to the friends and family of the man killed in this motorcycle accident…. Tragically, a motorbike accident between a SUV and a dirt bike has sadly taken the life of the 45-year-old man and has sent the driver of the SUV to the hospital for observation. The motorbike accident took place just west of the Boundary Road and the County Road 43 intersection last night. The Kemptville accident site was just a few kilometers east of Kemptville in North Grenville and is close to the South Gower Industrial Park.
Ottawa Motorcycle Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth has been helping Ottawa and Ontario accident victims since 1999. Motorcycle are considered to be motor vehicles and therefore motorcycle accident victims and their families are entitled to accident benefits , even if they do not have their own insurance policy. Many motorcycle accident victims and their families are unaware of the benefits to which they are entitled to. With extensive experience and knowledge of relevant motorcycle accident and personal injury issues, David has recovered millions of dollars in settlements on behalf of his motorcycle accident clients. David has the experience and skill to help obtain maximum compensation. David offers free consultations and makes home visits. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. David understands, he cares and he is there to help.
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Ottawa Cycling Accident Lawyer : Resource for Ottawa cyclists
Ottawa Bicycle Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Cycling….I just read that the Ottawa Citizen online edition has new website for Ottawa cyclists to share tips, routes, gear and much more. Many of my clients have been injured in a cycling accident and I know from them that this type of site could be very useful in terms of reaching out to other Ottawa cyclists. Check it out and ride safely out there…
-David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Cycling Accident Lawyer
Ottawa Ontario Bicycle Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth has been helping Ottawa and Ontario bicycle accident victims since 1999. Cyclists are entitled to accident benefits even if they do not have their own insurance. The claim is made against the drivers insurance company. Many bicycle accident victims are unaware of the benefits to which they are entitled to. With his extensive experience and knowledge of relevant accident and personal injury issues, he has recovered millions of dollars in settlements on behalf of his cycling accident clients. David has the experience and skill to help obtain maximum compensation. David offers free consultations and makes home visits or hospital visits. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. David understands, he cares and he is here to help.
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Ottawa Lawyers: Ottawa Police aim to reduce Ottawa accidents by targeting stop sign runners and speeding.
Ottawa Lawyers David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Law Firms….Ottawa Police will have stop sign runners and motorists who speed in construction zones on their radar during the Ottawa’s Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) this month. Disobeying stop signs – including rolling stops – is a serious issue on Ottawa roads and can contribute to the risk of Ottawa accidents. In 2009, 1,667 Ottawa collisions at stop sign-controlled intersections resulted in one death and 462 personal injuries – 17 of them life-threatening and critical personal injuries. As for speeding in Ottawa construction zones, provincial legislation allows for the doubling of fines for Ontario motorists caught exceeding posted speed limits in construction zones when workers are present. Ottawa Police will be applying this legislation with a zero tolerance approach this month. In Ottawa, between 2007 and 2009, 526 Ottawa accidents occurred in construction zones resulting in 114 personal injuries, eight of which were serious personal injuries. One construction worker was actually struck and injured on the job by a motorist. In 2003, Public Works and Ottawa Public Health – and the Ottawa Police Service developed the IRSP to provide a comprehensive approach in promoting road safety in Ottawa.
As an Ottawa accident lawyer serving eastern Ontario, I fully support the Ottawa police and this initiative that will hopefully reduce further personal injuries and Ottawa accidents. Be safe out there !
-David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Accident Lawyer
Ottawa Ontario Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth has been helping Ottawa and Ontario accident victims since 1999. With his extensive experience and knowledge of relevant accident and personal injury issues, he has recovered millions of dollars in settlements on behalf of his spinal cord injury clients. David has the experience and skill to help obtain maximum compensation. David offers free consultations and makes home visits or hospital visits. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. David understands, he cares and he is here to help.
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Ottawa Lawyer Launches Ontario Personal Injury Guide, David Hollingsworth
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Accident Benefits Insurance Claims, Brain Injury / Head Injury, Catastrophic Injury / Catastrophic Injuries, Kingston Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Ottawa Car Accidents, Ottawa Injury and Accidents, Ottawa Resources, Ottawa Spinal Cord Injury, Personal Injury Claims, Renfrew Accidents, safety on April 23rd, 2011
Ottawa Accident Lawyer, Ottawa Law Firms David Hollingsworth…Email me to request a free copy of my “Ontario Personal Injury Guide”. Inside you will find valuable information on car accidents, accident benefits, timelines and other valuable information concerning Ottawa accidents, Ontario accidents, catastrophic injuries, and insurance claims. A copy will be mailed sent out within 2 days.
Ontario Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth has been helping Ottawa and Ontario accident victims since 1999. With his extensive experience and knowledge of relevant accident and personal injury issues, he has recovered millions of dollars in settlements on behalf of his spinal cord injury clients. David has the experience and skill to help obtain maximum compensation. David offers free consultations and makes home visits or hospital visits. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. David understands, he cares and he is here to help.
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Avoiding Ontario Accidents , Lawyer David Hollingsworth Shares Highway Driving Safety Tips
Ottawa Lawyers, Ottawa Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth…Many of you will be heading out of town for this long weekend. Whatever you may be celebrating this weekend, Passover, Easter, Ridvan etc…I want to wish everyone a safe and happy long weekend. If you are hitting Ontario highways, here are a few things to keep in mind to avoid a car accident in Ontario.
-David Hollingsworth, Ontario Accident Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer
Avoiding Ontario Car Accidents: Follow Ontario Speed Limits…
For your safety and the safety of others, always obey the speed limit posted on Ontario highway signs along Ontario roads and highways, but more importantly always drive a speed that allows you stop safely. Try to drive at the same speed as traffic surrounding you without going over the speed limit. In Ontario cities, towns, villages and suburb areas where there are no posted speed limit signs, the maximum speed is 50 km/h. Elsewhere the maximum speed limit is Ontario is 80 km/h.
Ontario Accidents: Highway Driving Safety Tips:
Slow down in bad weather, in heavy traffic or in a construction zone; Slow down at night, especially on dark roads; Always follow at a safe distance, at least 2 car lengths behind the vehicle in front of you.
If you are charged for speeding at 50 km/h over the speed limit, Ontario police will suspend your licence and impound your vehicle at the roadside. Please be careful when driving through Ontario construction areas. To avoid an accident in Ontario, slow down when approaching work zones and be ready to stop at a seconds notice. Most importantly, be patient if there is traffic . If your lane is blocked , yield to the driver coming from the opposite direction. When it is clear, move slowly and carefully around the accident. Use common sense. Observing speed limits means more than obeying the posted speed: it means reacting to road conditions. When it’s raining or foggy, when ice is on the road, when traffic is heavy or when road construction is ahead, adjust your driving speed accordingly.
Ontario Car Accidents: Driving Safely on the Right….
Watch for signs on Ontario highways that read “Left Lane For Passing Only.” Slower Traffic Keep to Right: These signs let you know that the left lane on an Ontario highway is not a “fast” lane; it is a passing lane. If you pass someone, move into the right lane once you’ve safely cleared the vehicle. Slowing down the flow of traffic by continuing to drive in the left lane is not only dangerous but can result in a fine in Ontario.
Ontario Highways Accidents: Truck Accidents
Trucks can weigh close to 85,000 pounds and take extra time to stop. Drive cautiously on a highway that has several large trucks. Maintain a safe following distance. Don’t squeeze between trucks and the curb. Trucks make wide right turns, and the truck driver may not see you.When passing a truck, don’t move back into your lane until you can see both truck headlights in your rearview mirror. Make sure to give yourself enough room. Trucks have blind spots of up to 20 feet in front of the tractor, anywhere along the sides of the trailer and up to 200 feet behind the trailer. Keep that in mind. Never drive behind a truck that is backing up.
Avoid Ontario Highway Accidents by Moving Over..
When you approach an emergency vehicle with flashing lights, move a lane away , or slow down well below the posted speed limit.
Some Ontario Highway Accidents Could be Avoided From Simply Resting…
It takes a split second to lose your focus. Maybe you can’t stop yawning? Your thoughts wander or you’re drifting between lanes? You need to be alert ! Get plenty of rest before you hit Ontario highways. Get out of your vehicle and stretch your legs every so often. Take a break for 20 minutes at each stop. Yes, it will add time to your trip..but what is more important? Try to avoid driving between midnight and 6 a.m. Never drink and drive - small amounts of alcohol can impair your judgment and your reaction time.
Stop at Ontario Highway Rest Areas….
Take a break and advantage of the Ontario Highway Rest Areas and Ontario Information Centres. At most stops, you can get information on restaurants, road conditions, gas stations, snacks, area tourists stops etc…plus most often they have picnic tables and washrooms…a great place to stop for a packed lunch or snack.
Please, drive safely out there !!!
Ontario Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth has been helping Ottawa and Ontario accident victims since 1999. With his extensive experience and knowledge of relevant accident and personal injury issues, he has recovered millions of dollars in settlements on behalf of his spinal cord injury clients. David has the experience and skill to help obtain maximum compensation. David offers free consultations and makes home visits or hospital visits. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. David understands, he cares and he is here to help.
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West Carleton Motocross Accident, young boy suffers back injury and facial injuries, Ottawa lawyer David Hollingsworth
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Motorcycle Accidents, Ottawa Injury and Accidents on April 3rd, 2011
Ottawa Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth..My thoughts go out to this young boy and his family. I wish him a full and speedy recovery. A young 14-year-old boy was rushed to an Ottawa hospital by helicopter late yesterday afternoon after a motocross accident in West Carleton. The motocross accident took place in a field near the intersection of John Shaw Road and Kinburn Side Road. The young boy suffered serious personal injury including back and facial injuries. He was flown to the Ottawa Hospital’s Civic campus trauma unit and thank fully arrived in stable condition.
Ottawa Ontario Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth has been helping Ottawa and Ontario accident victims since 1999. With his extensive experience and knowledge of relevant accident and personal injury issues, he has recovered millions of dollars in settlements on behalf of his personal injury clients. David has the experience and skill to obtain maximum compensation for his personal injury clients. David offers free consultations and makes home visits or hospital visits. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. David understands, he cares and he is here to help.
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Ottawa Cycling Safety, Ottawa Bicycle Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth
Ottawa bicycle injury lawyer David Hollingsworth on bicycle safety.
The weather is still okay and many are out and about with their bicycles on our roads here in Ottawa. Sadly, Ottawa bicycle accidents continue to occur and people are injured everyday day in our communities. There has been talk for years regarding the implementation of a “safe cycling educational” campaign or program here in Ottawa, but I think that we need to make progress more quickly. Consider the tragedies:
Just consider the serious injuries and deaths in the last little while here in Ottawa. This month, a 71-year-old cyclist fought for his life in hospital secondary to a collision with an automobile on Hawthorne Road. Alex Hayes, another tragic story, an innocent high school student, killed by a vehicle while riding his bicycle. . Another tragedy involved a 48-year-old cyclist, killed due to head and neck injuries on Somerset St at night. John Barton, 53, another cyclist killed recently while on the road. And finally, 16-year-old Robin Freeman killed while cyclist after contact with a motorcycle (both motorcyclist and Freeman were killed).
There are steps you can take to protect you and your loved ones from injury and death while bicycling. Overall, if you decide to cycle, make it a lifestyle decision. This means opening your mind to the requirements of bicycle culture and bicycle safety. Avoiding collisions with vehicles is never a guarantee, but you can take certain steps to reduce your chance of injury. For example, using a bicycle or helmet headlight, wearing protective and reflective clothing, and enhancing your bicycle can make you more visible. Buying a horn can give you the attention you need when you need it. Slow down and paying attention to your surroundings is key. Choosing wide, slower streets, and on weekends, back streets because they can be safer on Saturday and Sundays, for example, because of the increase in drunk vehicle traffic on main streets. You can’t control other people’s driving but please do everything you can to protect yourself. Thanks for reading everyone, and please ride safely!
Ottawa Ontario Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth has been helping Ottawa and Ontario accident victims since 1999. With his extensive experience and knowledge of relevant accident and personal injury issues, he has recovered millions of dollars in settlements on behalf of his personal injury clients. David has the experience and skill to obtain maximum compensation for his personal injury clients. David offers free consultations and makes home visits or hospital visits. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. David understands, he cares and he is here to help.
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What do I do at the scene of a motor vehicle accident ? What should I do after the motor vehicle accident ?
What do I do at the scene of a motor vehicle accident ?
DO:
- Remain at the scene of the accident.
- Call the police and advise of the nature of injuries suffered.
- Provide the following information: your name and address, your vehicle permit number, and the name and address of the owner of the car (if it is not your car).
- Get the names, address, phone number, vehicle permit number and insurance information from the other driver(s) involved.
- Get the names, address, and phone numbers of any witnesses.
- Write down anything anybody says about how the accident happened.
- Tell the police officer if you think another driver is under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
DO NOT:
- Move the vehicles, or any debris, unless they are a potential hazard to other motorists; or
- Sign documents or discuss the accident with anyone but the police.
What should I do after the motor vehicle accident ?
DO
- When you get to the hospital or to your home, you should call your insurance agent immediately. If you do not have your own insurance you may be entitled under someone else’s policy or through the Ontario’s Superintendent of Insurance through the Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Fund.
- Make an appointment with your family doctor or attend a walk-in clinic.
- Take photographs of any damage to your car, truck, bicycle or motorcycle.
- Contact a personal injury lawyer.
- If you have any visible injuries, take photographs of these injuries. Also take photographs of any damaged clothing or belongings.
- Contact your employer or school and advise them that you were in an accident.
- Consider your needs for specialized equipment and home modifications.
- Keep a detailed record of all medications taken, assistance received from family, friends or professionals, all rehabilitation or doctors’ appointments, progress or development in physical, psychological or mental injuries, and all out of pocket expenses including parking, wheel chair rental, ambulance bills etc..
- Comply with all requirements of the Accident Benefits.
- Let your personal injury lawyer assist in completing the Accident Benefits forms.
DO NOT
- Provide any statements to your insurance company until you have consulted with a personal injury lawyer.
About Ottawa Ontario Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth———————————————————————————— David Hollingsworth has been an Ottawa Ontario injury lawyer specializing in personal injury representing Ontario accident victims since 1999. David practices with an established Ottawa law firm of more than 50 years of experience in representing accident victims, and helping personal injury accident victims get the compensation they need at an incredibly difficult time in their lives. David offers free consultations, takes cases on contingency and travels to homes or hospitals. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to email david@ottawainjury.ca
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Highway 17 Car Accident , Highway 401, Cornwall Accident results in 3 deaths and personal injury
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Motorcycle Accidents, Ottawa Car Accidents, Ottawa Injury and Accidents on October 14th, 2010
Ontario Car Accident Lawyers.. I am sorry for the loss of this young woman and my thought are with the family and friends of Chi Hui Seo and Vatsava Mohadas…
Regrettably, an 18-year-old girl is one of 3 people to die in holiday Monday crashes in eastern Ontario. Chi Hui Seo was one of 5 passengers in a minivan that collided head on with another vehicle on Highway 17 east of Pembroke at about 8 p.m. Police say the eastbound van crossed the centre line before slamming into the oncoming vehicle. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
Also , sadly on Monday, a motorcycle driver died after an accident with a car at Royal Oak Court and Albion Road late last night. The 32-year-old man’s name has not been released. Again, to this family I am sorry for your loss…
OTTAWA Police have released the name of a 70-year-old woman from India who was killed in a single-car accident on Highway 401 near Cornwall on Monday. The woman, Vatsava Mohadas from Pune, India, was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident, which occurred at about 3 p.m. She was a passenger, along with two others, in a red Pontiac G6 being driven by 50-year-old Raja Jayaprakash of Ajax, ON. Ontario Provincial Police said they are investigating why Jayaprakash lost control, drove into the ditch and then struck a tree. The two other passengers, a male and female, were taken to Cornwall hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. To the Mohadas family, I am truly sorry for the loss of Vatsava..Please accept my condolences..
There are often many more people on the roads in a long weekend and as a result often there are more car accidents. I feel for these grieving families and I hope they are surrounded by loved ones at this time.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————————-David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Ontario Personal Injury Lawyer is dedicated to helping Ottawa and Ontario accident victims and has been since 1999. Due to his extensive experience and knowledge of relevant accident and personal injury issues, he has recovered millions of dollars in settlements on behalf of his personal injury clients. David is dedicated to obtaining maximum compensation for his personal injury clients. David offers free consultations and makes home visits or hospital visits. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information.
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