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Ottawa and eastern Ontario freezing rain : Tips for driving in icy conditions, Ottawa lawyer David Hollingsworth
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Kingston Accidents, Ottawa Car Accidents, Ottawa Injury and Accidents, safety on January 12th, 2012
Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyers, Ottawa Accident Lawyer…Listen up Ottawa ! A freezing rain warning issued by Environment Canada for Ottawa and parts of Eastern Ontario is expected to continue throughout tonight and into the morning. The freezing rain has contributed to over 50 reported car accidents in Ottawa today and is suspected to be a contributing factor to a serious accident on highway 401 this morning that partially closed highway 401 for close to 9 hours, near Kingston. Leaving over 100 cars stuck for hours.
Many school boards have closed cancelled their busses. The Upper Canada District School Board cancelled all buses but schools remained open. The Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario also cancelled all buses.
Ontario Provincial Police , Ottawa police and I are warning commuters to drive slowly on the icy roads in eastern Ontario. As an Ottawa personal injury lawyer, I also want to caution pedestrians to be careful while walking on Ottawa’s roads and sidewalks. Cars may not be able to stop .Please keep your head up and be extra vigilant. Drivers need to also be aware that the sidewalks and roads are slippery and consequently be a lot more aware of pedestrians. The following are a few driving safety tips for driving in icy conditions.
———————- The Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ontario personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. Since 1999, David has been an Ottawa injury lawyer representing Ottawa accident victims and the families of accident victims who have lost a loved one in an Ontario accident. This blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca (613) 978-9549
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Lanark accident highway 511 results in 2 wrongful deaths.
Lanark County Police reported a two-vehicle accident that resulted in the death of one man and another suffering serious personal injury. The Lanark police were called to the intersection of Highway 511 and Drummond Concession 7 at about 7:17 p.m. yesterday, Sunday, Nov. 27. The driver of a Mazda hatchback travelling west on Drummond Concession 7 and hit a GMC pickup truck traveling south on Highway 511. Sadly, the driver of the pick up truck died and the driver of the other car was taken to an Ottawa hospital. Both men are residents of Lanark County.
update:
Ontario Provincial Police say a Lanark County man identified as 47-year-old Christopher Curran died at the scene. Another man was seriously injured in the collision on Highway 511 Sunday.
Sadly, this morning OPP investigators said that Ronald Cooper, 35, died in hospital as a result of his personal injuries.
My thoughts go out to both of these grieving families…
———————- The Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ottawa personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. Since 1999, David has been an Ottawa personal injury lawyer representing Ottawa accident victims and the families of accident victims who have lost a loved one in an Ontario accident, including snowmobile accidents. This blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca (613) 978-9549
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Ottawa car accident results in wrongful death and personal injury for 2 others.
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Car Accidents, Ottawa Injury and Accidents, wrongful death on November 12th, 2011
Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth. Regrettably, a 22-year old man died last night at the scene of an Ottawa accident, following an early morning car accident between two vehicles. The car accident was on Highway 417 westbound, near Bronson Avenue at about 12:40 a.m. this morning.Two occupants from the other vehicle involved, were transported to the Ottawa Civic Hospital with unknown personal injuries. The Ottawa car accident is currently under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call Police Constable, Dan Rodrigues at 613-270-9171.
———————- The Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ontario personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. Since 1999, David has been an Ottawa injury lawyer representing Ottawa accident victims and the families of accident victims who have lost a loved one in an Ontario accident. This blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca (613) 978-9549
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Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer on Hallowe’en Safety Tips…
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Resources, safety on October 30th, 2011
Happy Hallowe’en everyone. Before you head out tomorrow night , please take a minute to review these Hallowe’en safety tips from the Red Cross… My children are quite excited for the big day , as are most. We have finally decided on a lamb, a witch and a glowstick guy ! Looking forward to seeing all the kids. Enjoy your night everyone and please be safe !!! -Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth
With witches, goblins, and super-heroes descending on neighborhoods across Canada, the Canadian Red Cross offers parents some safety tips to help prepare their children for a safe and enjoyable trick-or-treat holiday. Halloween should be filled with surprise and enjoyment, and following some common practices to keep events safer and more fun!
- Costumes should be light-colored and flame resistant with reflective strips so that children are more easily seen at night. (And remember to put reflective tape on bikes, skateboards, and brooms, too!)
- Costumes should be short enough to avoid tripping.
- Remind children to keep away from open fires and candles. (Costumes can be extremely flammable.)
- Use face paint rather than masks or things that will cover the eyes.
- Remind children to walk, slither, and sneak on sidewalks – not in the street.
- Explain to children that calls should be made along one side of the street first and then the other, and that it’s best to cross the street only at intersections or crosswalks.
- Remind children to look both ways before crossing the street to check for cars, trucks, and low-flying brooms.
- Provide yourself or the children with a flashlight to see better and to be better seen.
- Have children plan their route and share it with you and the family.
- Trick or Treaters should travel in groups of four or five. Young children should be accompanied by an adult.
- Visit homes that have the porch light on.
- Make sure children know they should accept treats at the door and must not get into cars or enter the homes or apartments of strangers.
- Remind children not to eat their treats and goodies until they are examined by an adult at home. And candy should not be eaten if the package is already opened. Small, hard pieces of candy are a choking hazard for young children.
Injury is no accident. Prepare! Stay Safe! Survive!
———————- The Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ottawa personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. Since 1999, David has been an Ottawa injury lawyer representing Ontario accident victims and the families of accident victims who have lost a loved one in an Ontario accident. This blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for a free consultation and more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca (613) 978-9549
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Ottawa pedestrian accident : wrongful death Alexandra Dodger, killed by drunk driver
Ottawa Accident Lawyer…Sadly, 27-year-old Alexandra Dodger died after being hit by a car headed in the wrong direction in Ottawa’s downtown Saturday night. Ottawa Police say the car was headed eastbound on St. Patrick Street around 3:03 am Saturday morning. The woman was crossing at St. Patrick and Cumberland when she was hit and killed. The 26-year-old driver of the black Honda Accord was arrested and taken into police custody. Alcohol may have been a factor. Charges are pending. This seems like a very unnecessary and tragic Ottawa accident. My condolences go out to the family and friends of this young woman, killed in a senseless accident.
update: Ottawa police have charged 26-year-old Maxime Morin-Leblanc with criminal negligence, failure to provide a breath sample and driving impaired. These charges were handed down after an investigation into a fatal crash early Saturday morning.
Anyone who may have witnessed the event is asked to contact Det. Nigel Emaman of the Traffic Collision Investigation Section at 613-236-1222 ext 2474 or Crime Stoppers at 613-233-8477 (TIPS). Or toll free at 1-800-222-8477.
———————- The Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ontario personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. Since 1999, David has been an Ottawa injury lawyer representing Ottawa accident victims and the families of accident victims who have lost a loved one in an Ontario accident. This blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca
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Ottawa Accident : 4 toddler children rushed to CHEO. 2 women suffer serious personal injury.
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Car Accidents, Ottawa Injury and Accidents on October 7th, 2011
Ottawa Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth..Ottawa Police were at the scene of an Ottawa accident on Innes Road at Blair Road when 2 cars hit and the result an Ottawa woman and 4 young children were sent to Ottawa hospitals with very serious personal injury yesterday afternoon.
The children were all very young; between three and four years-old. All of the children were taken to the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario with personal injuries. An older woman was also taken to an Ottawa hospital with serious injuries. Ottawa Police were also called to that area for an overturned truck in the eastbound lane on Innes Road.
————————————————————————————————– The Ottawa Injury and Accident Blog is written regularly by Ontario injury accident and personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. David has been an Ontario injury lawyer representing Ottawa accident victims and their families since 1999. This blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca
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Ottawa accident highway 417 suspected spinal cord injury, Ottawa personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Injury and Accidents on September 19th, 2011
Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth…An Ottawa man was taken to hospital after an Ottawa accident between his motorcycle and a small vehicle southeast of Ottawa Monday morning. Ottawa paramedics said a 35-year-old man suffered a fractured right leg in the Ottawa accident that occurred on Highway 417, just east of Boundary Road. The accident victim was immobilized at scene and treated for a possible spinal injury. He was in serious but stable condition when he arrived at the Ottawa hospital. I hope to soon be able to report better news and wish him a full recovery from this very serious accident.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————————-David Hollingsworth’s Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ottawa Ontario injury and accident lawyer David Hollingsworth. David has been an Ontario personal injury lawyer representing Ontario accident victims since 1999. The blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca
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Ontario Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth: Stages of an Ontario personal injury lawsuit.
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Stages of an Ontario personal injury lawsuit..
After an accident, your world is turned upside down. You may have lost a loved one or you may be in pain and unable to do some everyday tasks you once could. You probably have a million questions that need to be answered. An Ontario personal injury lawyer can help answer any questions you may have that relate to Ontario accidents, personal injury, accident benefits, insurance claims, medical specialists, services available and more…Most people who come to me as an Ontario personal injury lawyer want to know how their case will proceed , how long it will take and what is the maximum compensation they are entitled to in Ontario.
There is no one answer to these questions but after reviewing all the facts in your case, an Ontario personal injury lawyer can best give you an idea of what course to take and what compensation you are entitled to.
What happened in an Ontario personal injury lawsuit?
Shortly after you hire an Ontario personal injury lawyer, they will notify the defendant (i.e. the person’s insurance company who you plan to sue) that you intend to file a claim. Typically the insurance company will try to negotiate directly with you and hope that an Ontario personal injury lawyer does not become involved. The reason for this is that typically Ontario personal injury lawyers can negotiate a much much larger settlement amount in compensation. They know how to develop a personal injury case to show not only what compensation you need now but what compensation you will need in 20 years from now as the result of an accident. If the insurance company does not offer you a reasonable amount your Ontario personal injury lawyer will commence the lawsuit. This is done by filing a document called a “Statement of Claim” with the Court office and then serving the defendant with the Statement of Claim. The insurance company generally have their own lawyers and will in turn file a “Statement of Defence”.
The Ontario personal injury lawyer and the representative for the insurance company then exchange documents and proceed to “examinations for discovery”. At the examinations for discovery, each side is asked questions about the accident by the other party’s lawyer.
The best Ontario personal injury lawyers will arrange medical examinations for you. The insurance company is also entitled to have you seen by medical professionals it chooses, although there are limits on this right. This is not something you should be afraid of; don’t worry.
Your Ontario personal injury lawyer and the insurance company can offer settlement compensation at any point and your Ontario personal injury case can be resolved at any given moment. A lot of Ontario lawsuits are settled at a “mediation”. A mediation in Ontario is an attempt to settle the case. The Ontario personal injury lawyer and the insurance company agree upon the mediator they want to reach a settlement amount in their personal injury case. A few months before trial, there will also be a “pre-trial” meeting . The pre-trial meeting is a venue whereby an Ontario judge can offer input to the Ontario personal injury lawyer, as well as the lawyer for the insurance company. Typically the Ontario judge will offer their opinions in regards to the strengths and weaknesses of the case. Often times, cases settle at, or shortly after, the pre-trial meeting. Most Ontario personal injury lawsuits are settled before trial. However, some lawsuit do not settle and you will be given a trial date. The unsuccessful party at trial can appeal the trial decision to the Court of Appeal for Ontario.
How long does a personal injury lawsuit in Ontario take to resolve?
The length of time it takes to resolve an Ontario personal injury lawsuit depends on many factors:
* How quickly you respond to your Ontario personal injury lawyer’s requests for information and documents;
* If the insurance company is cooperative;
* How long it takes for your doctors to provide a report as to what the long term implications of your personal injuries will be;
* How much time it takes to prepare and receive reports from doctors, other health professionals and other institutions;
* How long it takes for the defence lawyer to arrange various defence medical examinations: and
* How long it takes to obtain a trial date in Ontario. The sooner you commence your lawsuit, the better.
The most important thing you need to do after an accident is recover and rebuild. You will need help and support. Ask for help from friends and family. They are for you. Don’t worry about your Ontario personal injury lawsuit. Your Ontario personal injury lawyer will do that for you. They will represent you and fight on your behalf to ensure that you get everything you need and are entitled to. These are some of the most difficult and stressful times of your life; focus on yourself, family , friends and recovery. By hiring one of the best Ontario personal injury lawyers, you can concentrate on your recovery.
“I have rarely met with a client who is receiving the full amount of accident benefits that he or she needs and that he or she is entitled to following an accident in Ontario, without the help of a top Ontario personal injury lawyer. If you suffering from a personal injury or lost a loved one in a car accident, you owe it to yourself and to your loved ones to get every benefit to which you are entitled, so that you can get back to being the person you were before the Ontario accident. That’s what Ontario insurance is for. Don’t sell yourself or your family short. Let me help you…
-Ontario Injury Lawyer, David Hollingsworth
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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Social Host Liability..Do whatever it takes to keep your guests safe..Ottawa lawyer David Hollingsworth
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Resources on December 22nd, 2010
Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Law Firms..It’s that time of year again- Holiday parties and family get togethers. It is also the time of year when people are more social and therefore are sometimes drinking more. One question I am often asked as an Ontario personal injury lawyer concerns social host’s responsibility. Many people want to know if they are hosting a party what are they legally responsible for. No one wants to think this way, but it is a reality.
It’s common sense, you never want anyone being placed in a dangerous situation. As a host you have the extra responsibility of ensuring that your guests depart safely and are free of injury. Do whatever it takes….you will never regret airing on the side of being overly cautious …Happy holidays!
About Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth
———————————————————————————————————————————————————————-David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Ontario Personal Injury Lawyer has been dedicated to helping Ottawa and Ontario accident victims 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 Ontario personal injury and accident victims. 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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