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Summer Cycling Safety Tips with Ottawa Bicyle Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth
Ottawa Bicycle Accident Lawyer, Cycling Accidents Ottawa .We all want to be out on our bicycles cycling around Ottawa. There is much to see and do and getting out on a bicycle is one of the best ways of seeing our city. Of course, it is part of a healthy lifestyle, but bicycling also helps the environment. It’s important, as a cyclist in Ottawa, to be always be aware of your surroundings. Make sure your are visible and take all necessary safety precautions. As an Ottawa bicycle accident lawyer, I meet regularly with people involved in bicycle accidents who suffer very serious personal injury such as brain injury, head injury and broken bones.
In 2009, according to Transport Canada, there were a total of 41 bicycle accident fatalities, and 435 serious personal injuries related to bicycle accidents. the Canada Safety Council recommends for all bicyclists to wear an approved bicycle helmet, which can prevent up to 88 % of brain injuries. Simply put: A bicycle helmet can save your life, so why wouldn’t you wear one? There are many bicycle safety measures you can take to help keep yourself and your children safe:
1. Always wear a helmet.
2. Pay attention and avoid distractions.
3. Obey the laws and road safety rules. Cyclists have the same rights and duties as other drivers and need to follow the same traffic laws.
4. Be predictable — ride in a straight line, don’t swerve over sewers or bumps in the road, this will increase your chances of a collision with a vehicle.
5. Properly signal all turns and check behind you before completing a turn or changing lanes.
6. Come to a complete stop at stop signs and red lights.
7. Stay visible. Be careful around parked cars and ride where drivers can see you.
8. Use lights at night and wear bright coloured clothing.
9. Be alert -Try to watch for the next move of drivers, pedestrians and other cyclists.
10. Watch for debris, potholes, grates or any road obstacles.
11. Make sure your bicycle is in good working order. Make sure your tires don’t need air, brakes must work, chains should run smoothly, and quick release wheel levers must be closed.
As a driver, there are many steps you can take to avoid a bicycle accident
1. Respect cyclists’ right to share the road and responsibilities as motorists.
2. Obey the speed limits.
3. Come to a complete stop at stop signs and red lights.
4. Do shoulder checks, and always check blind spots for cyclist.
5. Keep a safe distance between your vehicle and bicycles.
6. Yield to pedestrians and cyclists in crossways.
7. If you plan to turn right or pull into a parking space shortly ahead of a bicycle in front of you, do not pass. Allow the cyclist to pass first.
8. Signal all turns and lane changes well 30 in advance.
10. Only pass cyclists when it is safe to do so.
These cycling safety tips may seem basic but serve as a great reminder to us all. Ottawa is a wonderful city to cycle in, let’s keep it safe ! We all need to focus more on cycling safety. There are far too many very serious head injuries and other very serious personal injuries in Ottawa each year as the result of an Ottawa bicycle accidents. As one of the top Ottawa bicycle accident lawyers, I encourage everyone to have a safe and accident free summer.
————————————————————————————————– Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ontario bicycle accident and injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. David has been an Ontario injury lawyer representing Ontario accident victims 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 car accident St. Patrick street send 6 accident victims to Ottawa hospital.
Ottawa Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth – A two car accident on St. Patrick Street , near Cobourg Street sent 6 people to an Ottawa hospital Friday night. Ottawa firefighters extricated 2 accident victims who were trapped in their cars. Ottawa paramedics treated all 6 accident victims and transported them to an Ottawa hospital in stable condition. A 15-year-old girl suffered neck and back pain, an 18-year-old woman suffered abdominal pain and a young 12-year-old boy was treated for leg pain and a suspected wrist fracture. Two men, ages 53 and 49, and a 45-year-old woman suffered chest pain. I hope everyone involved in this Ottawa accident recovers fully and does not suffer any life long implications from this Ottawa car accident.
Ontario Injury 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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2 Ottawa Car Accident Innes Road results in serious personal injuries
Ontario Injury Lawyers, Ottawa Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth…The rain outside today made driving very difficult. …Two Ottawa car accidents occurred today within hours of each other at the exact same spot on Innes Road. My thoughts go out to everyone involved in these Ottawa accidents. I hope they can recover fully from these personal injuries…
The first Ottawa car accident was between a minivan and a car happened in the early afternoon just east of Frank Kenny Road. The female driver of the car had to have her door cut off so she could be rescued, and the passenger side door suffered significant damage. Both drivers were taken to an Ottawa hospital to be treated for personal injuries.
Later, this afternoon at approximately 4:20 p.m., Ottawa rescue workers responded to a second Ottawa accident at nearly the same place on Innes road. According to Ottawa firefighters, the second Ottawa accident was between a car and a pickup truck, and was very similar to the first to car accident. The car sustained severe damage to the passenger side, the only one inside was the 30 year old driver who had to be extracted. She suffered very serious personal injuries including a mild head injury as well as a chest injury. The male driver of the truck sustained minor personal injuries.
With 2 Ottawa accidents occurring at the exact same spot in such a short time, I can only wonder if perhaps a review of that area needs to be done.. What are your thoughts?
Ottawa Ontario Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth has been helping Ottawa and Ontario accident victims since 1999. Accident victims are entitled to accident benefits even if they do not have their own insurance. The claim is made against the driver’s insurance company. 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 here to help.
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Are your tires safe? It’s worth checking.. Ottawa Lawyer David Hollingsworth shares
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Accident Benefits Insurance Claims, Ottawa Injury and Accidents, safety on March 13th, 2011
Ottawa Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth, The Canada Safety Council’s website put out the following information about tire safety. When the roads are slick and icy, your tires mean everything. Please take a moment to read this post. -Ottawa Car Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth
Tires are without a doubt the most critical safety component on a vehicle. Where the rubber meets the road affects traction, handling, steering, stability and braking. Because of this, a sudden tire failure can have serious consequences, especially if it occurs at highway speeds in a vehicle with a high centre of gravity.
Are your tires safe? Under inflation is the leading cause of tire failure. Twenty-three per cent of vehicles have at least one tire under-inflated by more than 20 per cent. An under-inflated tire may not be visibly noticeable; however, they are more prone to damage and failure and contribute to higher fuel costs. The right amount of air for your tires is specified by the vehicle manufacturer and is usually shown on the vehicle door edge, doorpost, glove box door or fuel door. It is also listed in the owner’s manual.
It’s up to you. The vehicle owner is responsible for prevention of tire failure caused by improper inflation. Many people seldom ever check their tires. That’s why all 2008 and newer vehicles now have the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems” to alert the driver if a tire is low. TPMS isn’t mandatory in Canada , and so far, there are no plans to make it so. Transport Canada says it is monitoring the effectiveness of TPMS and will not rule out the possibility of mandatory requirement, but also says that it will make no decisions before looking at several issues, including false or no warnings, sensor battery life, long-term system durability, and the extremely low numbers of tire failures cited in fatal collisions.
Check Tire pressure. So even though your vehicle is equipped with TPMS, you should still check your tire pressure once a month and before any longer trips. Tires do not last forever, even if the tread shows little visible wear. As rubber ages, it loses elasticity, hardens and can become brittle. The reinforcing cords inside a tire can also deteriorate and lose strength. This increases the risk of a sudden tire failure the older the tire gets. After ten years, the risk of failure goes up sharply. Because of this, many safety experts say tires that are more than six years old have expired and should be replaced regardless of how much tread is left on the tires.
Did You Know? All tires sold in Canada have a tire identification number moulded into the sidewall. This number provides tire retailers specific manufacturing information about when and where the tire was made. The first two characters following DOT indicate the manufacturer and plant code; the third and fourth characters are the tire size code. The fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth are optional. The final four give the manufacturing date. For example, 2602 indicates that the tire was manufactured in the twenty-sixth week of 2002. The maple leaf following the number indicates that the tire was made in Canada and certifies that it meets Transport Canada requirements.
Ok, my fellow Ontario drivers…get out there and check those tires !!!!!!!!
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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Tragic Ottawa accident : Toddler death, Multiple Personal Injuries
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Accident Benefits Insurance Claims, Ottawa Car Accidents, Ottawa Injury and Accidents, wrongful death on February 19th, 2011
Ottawa accident lawyer , Ottawa lawyers…I am so sorry to report of a terrible Ottawa accident that involved a very young 2 year old little baby boy, Shawn Stewart Marc. It was reported in the Ottawa Citizen that rainy conditions may have contributed to poor visibility. In the car with Shawn Stewart Marc, was his step father Barthelemy Pierrelus, who also suffered very serious personal injuries ( neck and hip injuries). A woman came to the aid of Barthelemy Pierrelus and he pleaded for her to help his two-year-old stepson. The woman pulled the young boy from the car and began performing CPR until Ottawa emergency crews arrived. Sadly, by the time they got there, it was too late. Shawn was taken to the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario with no vital signs and severe head trauma, where he was pronounced dead
The tragic Ottawa accident took place near Innes Road . All of a sudden, Pierrelus reported that he felt an impact and realized his car had been hit from behind by a transport truck, which caused him to swerve into a neighbouring lane, but was struck again and lost control of his car, which spun around and eventually came to rest on the side of the road.
This is such an incredibly sad situation. My thoughts go out to little Shawn’s family. From what I read, it sounds like he brought a lot of joy to people in a very short time on this earth..My thoughts and sympathies go out to everyone who knew him…..
About Ottawa Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth————————————————————————————————————
David Hollingsworth has been an Ottawa Ontario personal injury lawyer specializing in personal injury representing Ontario accident victims since 1999. David practices with an established of 50 years of experience in representing accident victims, and helping personal injury accident victims and their families get the compensation they need at an incredibly difficult time. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to email david@ottawainjury.ca
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Do you have a question for an Ontario personal injury lawyer ?
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Accident Benefits Insurance Claims, Ottawa Resources on February 3rd, 2011
Ottawa Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Law Firms, Lawyers in Ottawa….
Do you have a question you would like to ask an Ontario personal injury lawyer about an accident? personal injury? insurance claim ? benefits ? spinal injury ? brain injury ? head injury ? catastrophic injury ? broken bones ? whiplash ? injury compensation ? etc…
Chances are if you want to know, someone else probably does as well.
I would be happy to answer your questions free of charge and I will post the answers for anyone else to see , unless you would prefer your question be confidential , in which case, I can email you directly.
Feel free to pass this message along to anyone you know who may have a question that relates to personal injuries and accidents in Ontario. I’m here to help !
Although my office is located in Ottawa, I also work closely with accident victims with personal injuries and will travel to the following areas in Ontario… Alexandria, Arnprior, Belleville, Brockville, Clarence Creek, Cornwall, Embrun, Gananogue, Hawkesbury, Kemptville, Kingston L’Orignal, Maitland, Mississippi Mills, Morrisburg, Napanee, North Gower, Pembroke, Perth, Peterborough, Picton, Prescott, Renfrew, Richmond, Russell, Smith Falls, Tweed and Vankleek Hill and all cities, communities, districts, municipalities, regions, towns, townships and villages in between.
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David Hollingsworth has been an Ottawa Ontario personal 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. David offers free consultations, takes cases on contingency and travels to homes or hospital. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to email david@ottawainjury.ca
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Ottawa Snowmobile Accident Results in death of Taylor Bruce
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Area Snowmobile accidents, Ottawa Injury and Accidents on February 1st, 2011
The sad and tragic death of a young Almonte boy needs to be a reminder to all snowmobile drivers , to please, please slow down. This fatal snowmobile crash killed an 18-year-old Almonte boy Sunday night in Mississippi Mills, west of Ottawa. My thoughts go out to Bruce’s family and friends..what a sad loss…
Taylor Bruce, was driving his newly purchased snowmobile on Camelon Road when he hit with a telephone pole and died. The young boy was close to graduating from Almonte District High School. Friends have now created a memorial at the accident site, leaving roses and notes behind.
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This blog is prepared daily to report on Ontario accidents, personal injury law and resources available to Ontario residents. David helps Ontario accident victims get insurance benefits, support and proper rehabilitation they need after an accident. David Hollingsworth has been an Ottawa Ontario personal injury lawyer helping Ontario accident victims since 1999, with an established Ottawa law firm of more than 50 years of experience. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to email david@ottawainjury.ca
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Ottawa Car Accident , Fire Truck Accident , Kirkwood and Laperriere
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Car Accidents, Ottawa Injury and Accidents on January 19th, 2011
Ottawa Car Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth..Ottawa Police are investigating after an Ottawa accident that involved a fire truck and a car in the Carlington area today. The Ottawa accident happened about 4:30 p.m. at Kirkwood and Laperriere avenues. The driver of the fire truck was sent to an Ottawa hospital with minor head injuries and a sore back and has since been released. The other 3 members of the crew in the truck were uninjured.
Regrettably, the 66-year-old male driver of the car was also sent to an Ottawa hospital with unknown injuries. He was the only person in the vehicle. The firefighters in the truck looked after both drivers until paramedics arrived on scene. The fire truck was not responding to a call at the time. I hope this man’s personal injuries are not severe and he has a full, speedy and healthy recovery from this accident. Personal injuries suffered from a car accident can have life-long and life altering effects. I hope this is not the case here….
Source: Ottawa Citizen
About Ottawa Ontario Car Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth
————————————————————————————————————————————————————————-David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Ontario Personal Injury Lawyer has been dedicated to helping Ottawa and Ontario accident victims since 1999. Because his practice focuses on personal injury, he is able to keep abreast of all related Ontario personal injury cases, laws and regulations. David dedicates himself to helping accident victims and their families. He knows how to make a difference in their lives at a particularly difficult and stressful time. David works hard at always obtaining maximum compensation for his personal injury clients and their families and relieving them of stress. David offers free consultations, takes cases on contingency and travels to homes or hospital. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information.
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Ontario Winter Driving Safety Tips: Ottawa Lawyer David Hollingsworth
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Accident Benefits Insurance Claims, Ottawa Car Accidents, Ottawa Injury and Accidents, safety on January 16th, 2011
Ottawa Ontario Car Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth..Yesterday, I coached my son’s hockey team in a tournament in Lanark. It was a great day, the tournament was well run and all the people around were very nice . Then at about 6:00pm, we started making our way home. It was fine for the first 10 minutes, then we hit highway 7 to come home…Well, that was frightening. The snow was blowing so hard, I had no idea what lane I was in. I couldn’t tell where the lanes were whatsoever. At times, I actually felt dizzy staring at the snow. Luckily , everyone around me was doing the same thing: TAKING IT SLOW ! It was a very stressful ride home and in the end , the 5 of us made it home safely. So,why am I telling you this? It is what prompted me to share the following information I found on Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation website. Please take a couple of minutes to read it thoroughly. It could save lives..
When Visibility Turns Bad – Driving in Blowing Snow and Whiteouts
DO:
- Slow down gradually and drive at a speed that suits the conditions.
- Make sure the full lighting system of your vehicle is turned on.
- Be patient. Avoid passing, changing lanes and crossing traffic.
- Increase your following distance. You will need extra distance to brake safely.
- Stay alert. Keep looking as far ahead as possible.
- Reduce the distractions in your vehicle. Your full attention is required.
- Keep your windows and mirrors clean. Use defroster and wipers to maximize your vision.
- Try to get off the road when visibility is near zero. Pull into a safe parking area if possible.
DON’T:
- Don’t stop on the travelled portion of the road. You could become the first link in a chain-reaction collision.
- Don’t attempt to pass a vehicle moving slowly or speed up to get away from a vehicle that is following too closely.
REMEMBER:
- Watch your speed. You may be going faster than you think. If so, reduce speed gradually.
- Leave a safe braking distance between you and the vehicle ahead.
- Stay alert. Remain calm and patient.
- If visibility is decreasing rapidly, do not stop on the road. Look for an opportunity to pull off the road into a safe parking area and wait for conditions to improve.
- If you become stuck or stranded in severe weather, stay with your vehicle for warmth and safety until help arrives. Slightly open a window for ventilation. Run your motor sparingly. Use your emergency flashers.
- Be prepared and carry a winter driving survival kit that includes items such as warm clothing, non-perishable energy foods, flashlight, shovel, blanket, etc.
Before you drive, and during your trip, check weather forecasts and road reports. If there is a weather warning or reports of poor visibility and driving conditions, delay your trip until conditions improve, if possible.
About Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Accident Lawyer
———————————————————————————————————————————————————————-David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Ontario Personal Injury Lawyer has been dedicated to helping Ottawa and Ontario accident victims since 1999. With extensive experience and knowledge of relevant accident and personal injury issues, David dedicates himself and his practice to helping accident victims receive maximum compensation for their injuries. He has recovered several millions of dollars in settlements on behalf of his Ontario personal injury and accident victims. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. David offers free consultations and makes home visits or hospital visits.
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Ottawa accident bank street and Conroy results in death Bertha MacLeod
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Car Accidents, Ottawa Injury and Accidents on January 15th, 2011
Ottawa Accident Lawyer David Hollingsworth..My thoughts go out to the friends and family of Bertha MacLeod —I am also relieved to learn that her 2 grandsons who were in the car at the time thankfully escaped the tragic accident without serious injury. Bertha was killed in a car accident on Bank Street yesterday. Bertha MacLeod was from Russell, Ontario. MacLeod, 69, was on her way to meet her daughter Peggy for lunch when her Chrysler Sebring was T-boned by a Dodge Dakota pick-up truck at the intersection of Bank St. and Kemp Dr.
She was unconscious when Ottawa firefighters pried the driver’s side door off the car. She was pronounced dead in an Ottawa hospital. At the time of the accident, MacLeod was baby-sitting her daughter’s two sons, ages 8 and 10, who were in the back seat. Thankfully, he boys were not seriously injured but were sore and upset. Bertha was a widower whose husband died two years ago, her daughter said. The 66-year-old male driver of the pickup was uninjured.
Source: The Ottawa Citizen
About Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Accident Lawyer
———————————————————————————————————————————————————————-David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Ontario Personal Injury Lawyer has been dedicated to helping Ottawa and Ontario accident victims since 1999. With extensive experience and knowledge of relevant accident and personal injury issues, David dedicates himself and his practice to helping accident victims receive maximum compensation for their injuries. He has recovered several millions of dollars in settlements on behalf of his Ontario personal injury and accident victims. David also has extensive experience with spinal cord injury claims and has a deep understanding of the long- term needs and compensation required for whiplash injuries. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. David offers free consultations and makes home visits or hospital visits.
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