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A 2016 study released by Statistics Canada contains some alarming numbers on drug-impaired driving. Out of a total of 75,000 impaired driving incidents reported across Canada in 2015, nearly 3000 of them involved drugs and seven of these resulted in fatalities. However, Mothers against Drunk Driving (MADD) sources contest these figures and say that many more drug-impaired drivers are not detected. Other studies have figures that may bear this out, since random road samples collected from drivers in British Columbia alone reveal that 7.4% drivers were drug-impaired. Police sources say that 40-50% of fatalities caused by impaired drivers have a link to drugs or a mix of drugs and alcohol. The number for Toronto are equally disturbing as such incidents seem to be on the rise. In September 2016, a total of 58 drivers were charged with impaired driving, while the total for the previous year period was just 19. As with alcohol-impaired drivers, drug-impaired drivers pose

The Making Ontario Roads Safer Act 2015 proposed a new and more stringent set of laws that intend to make Ontario's roads among the safest in North America. This new legislation aims to reduce collisions, injuries and fatalities in the province's roads. The newly updated laws under the Transportation Statute Laws are hoped to effect systemic changes in motorist behaviors regarding cyclists, pedestrians and other road-sharers. Concurrently, the new amendments will also have their impact on motor vehicle accident lawyers and legislation of cases related to accidents. One of the main areas of focus in these new regulations is the alarming increase in incidents of distracted driving, mainly due to negligent use of cellphones etc. These rules were urgently required because: Current collision trends indicate that collisions and fatalities caused by distracted driving may exceed those caused by alcohol/drug-impaired driving   Statistics also show tha

Statutory deductibles are those deductions made according to certain legislation  mandated by federal and provincial governments. Some examples include income tax, employment insurance premiums, Canada Pension Plan contributions etc. These amounts have to be submitted to the proper authorities. In the case of insurance settlements , when the plaintiff is injured in a motor-vehicle accident , the compensation amount received by him/her for non-pecuniary damages such as pain and suffering are subject to certain statutory deductibles. Such deductibles significantly affect the final bottom-line of the award in personal injury claims. These statutory deductibles are intended to ensure that only very serious cases come to trial, since there is immense pressure on the legal system. Along with the statutory deductible, a threshold limit was placed on “permanent and serious” injuries that had to be fulfilled in order to qualify for compensation. Statutory Deductibles In Ontario

Car accident victims in Ontario may find that the province's insurance system almost seems to punish them for making a claim! This observation was made by FAIR (For Accident Insurance Reform) the organization that supports accident victims through advocacy and education. Such organizations help to advocate the cause of insurance industry reforms. Another important area is to ensure that equitable funding is allocated to all the parties involved – claimants, insurers, health-care providers and the legal representatives. A landmark case in this issue was Macdonald vs Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada, 2006. During the course of testimony, it was revealed that a doctor's medical report was rewritten by a company that had retained the doctor to conduct the defense's medical evaluation. The case is now used as a yardstick for arguments against Ontario's accident benefits and auto insurance systems. What Are Independent Medical Evaluations? When an injur

The mother of a young North Vancouver girl who was hit in the eye with the ball while playing soccer is locked in a battle with her insurance company. The insurance company has refused to make a pay-out citing certain technical points. 12-year-old Emily Laprise suffered a detached retina as a result of the accident. A surgeon was able to repair this, but was unable to fix the tear in the retinal lining of her left eye which has left the youngster with lack of vision in the lower field and also the problem of double vision. Emily's mother, Nancy Desrosiers, a former ER nurse, has dealt with many cases of children in trauma. She says, “You can see how injuries can truly change people's lives. So I made sure that when I had children, I got insurance for them.” Ironically, this doesn't seem to have been of benefit to Emily and her mom. Desrosiers had purchased insurance from Industrial Alliance, the fourth largest firm in Canada and had every hope of a settlement

Helping You Rebuild and Reclaim Your Life Toronto personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers regularly meet clients whose lives have been completely shattered by a car accident or a slip and fall accident. Such disasters happen without warning and in those few seconds, the lives of injured victims and their families can be significantly altered. Accidents impose enormous physical, financial and emotional burdens on people connected with the injured person and involved in their care. Unfortunately, accidents are almost always preventable and avoidable, typically caused by someone else's fault or negligence. Contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Toronto if you or a dear one has been injured in an accident. You may be entitled to compensation. We provide realistic, genuine and comprehensive advice, assistance and advocacy that can help you recover and reconstruct your life to the maximum. What Is A Personal Injury Lawsuit? There could be several ben

All Your Questions Answered Mississauga personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers meet clients who have been seriously injured in car accidents. Such accidents usually happen like a bolt from the blue and they can leave a trail of destruction behind them. It's not just the injured victim who is affected, but often the entire family faces a variety of problems. If the victim was the sole income earner, or contributed significantly to the family's pooled resources, being away from work for extended periods or becoming permanently unable to work can put an enormous financial burden on them. Added to this, high medical and rehabilitation bills, the need for continuing treatment, medication, prosthetics, therapy etc make things even more difficult. Accidents can also cause serious emotional difficulties. Sleep disturbances, anxiety or panic attacks, mood swings, depression, alcohol or drug dependency, breakdown of relationships etc are issues which require psychiatric

You May Be Entitled To Compensation Mississauga personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers are regularly consulted by clients whose lives have been completely destroyed by accidents caused by someone else's fault or negligence. Whether it was a car accident or a slip and fall accident, these mishaps occur in a split second but their effects can last for an entire lifetime. Injuries range from simple cuts/bruises/sprains to serious life-threatening wounds, cuts, lacerations, multiple fractures, internal organ damage, traumatic brain injury, permanent spinal cord damage, disability, amputation, disfigurement or even death. Apart from the victims themselves, family-members are also significantly affected. They face tremendous physical, financial and emotional trauma. If you or a dear one has been injured in an accident, contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Mississauga . You may be entitled to compensation. What Is Compensation? Since personal injury

Toronto slip and fall injury lawyer   represent clients across Toronto who have suffered serious injuries due to slip and fall accidents at home, workplace or at municipality property. Serious injuries due to slip and fall include: ·          Brain injury ·          Spinal cord injury ·          Fractures ·          Chronic pain ·          Sprains and ligament damage Unpredictable nature of slip and fall accidents: Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere all over Toronto. You can slip outdoors on the wet and slippery pathway, stairwells, roads and parking lot. You can also slip indoors while walking on wet floors, hallways and lobbies. The places where these slip and fall accident occurred can belong to your family, friends, company or government. If you suffer any slip and fall accident anywhere, you should immediately call our Toronto slip and fall injury lawyers. Compensation for your serious injuries: If you suffered a serious injury as a result of slip an

Slips and Falls Cause Hospital Trips Mississauga personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers know from experience that unless slip and fall injuries are reported immediately and dealt with in the right manner, there can be several repercussions. Most slip and fall accidents are not randomly caused. They result from someone's fault or negligence, or even deliberate violation of safety norms. Contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Mississauga if you or a loved one has been injured in a slip and fall accident. You may be entitled to compensation. Who Can Be Sued? As our experienced Mississauga slip and fall injurylawyer  can advise you, victims who have been injured on someone else's property are entitled to file a personal injury suit under Ontario's Occupier's Liability Act. This means victims can sue retail store owners, school or hospital managements, city or municipal authorities, a neighbour or relative. You may have slipped or trippe

No Room For Slip-ups! Brampton personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers regularly handle cases where people who have been injured in slip and fall accidents are confused about their rights. Though such accidents raise a big laugh in comic situations in movies, there's really nothing funny about their impact. Accidents are not always accidental. Many of them are caused by someone else's fault or negligence. Some are even caused by ignorance or a deliberate violation of safety norms. These accidents can cause a variety of injuries, including: Broken bones, fractures Spinal cord injury Traumatic brain injury Head/neck damage Facial/dental injuries Dislocation of shoulder/hip Eye injuries Loss of life Whatever the nature and extent of injuries, it's crucial to get a doctor to examine you without delay. There are two reasons for this: Seemingly minor injuries could turn out to be serious after a lapse of time. Existing conditions may ge

Obey Warning - Prevent Mourning! Brampton car accident lawyer Singh Barristers know from experience that most motor-vehicle accidents are avoidable. Many of them are caused by failing to obey warning signs, traffic lights or by failing to stay alert while driving. Though car drivers are fully aware of safety-norms, their fault or negligence can result in an accident. Accidents, though they happen in a split-second, leave a trail of destruction that can last for a lifetime, engulfing victims and their families. There are huge physical, financial and emotional consequences. If you or a dear one has been injured in a car accident, contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Brampton . You may be entitled to compensation. Deadly Crash In Brampton The devastating accident that happened early on Sunday, March 12, 2017 near Countryside Drive in Brampton took the life of one of the drivers. The fiery crash which caused one of the vehicles to burst into flames resu

No Texting, No Talking, No Exceptions! Toronto personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers know from experience that hundreds of innocent people are injured every day by distracted car drivers. Texting, answering calls on the cellphone, sending emails, snapping selfies or pictures while driving are all extremely hazardous. Other distractions like eating/drinking, grooming, turning round or leaning over to chat with co-passengers or adjust radio/music-system controls or check the GPS, etc are reasons for accidents. Such risky behaviors cause accidents in which distracted drivers, co-passengers and other road users are injured. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Toronto . You may be entitled to compensation. What Are Claims Worth? Ontario residents are entitled to receive statutory benefits regardless of fault, if they've been injured in a motor-vehicle accident. These benefits are pay

Winter Worsens The Risks! Brampton car accident lawyers Singh Barristers who regularly handle cases where people have been injured in car accidents know that weather conditions can ramp up the risks. News reports showed an alarmingly higher rate of accidents in the Greater Toronto Area over the February 11-12, 2017 weekend. Severe snowy conditions led to more than 400 collisions and according to the Ontario Provincial Police, all of them were preventable. Traffic authorities opined that it's not really the poor weather conditions that cause crashes, it's the drivers who couldn't adjust to the changed conditions who were to blame. Unfortunately, accidents hurt not just the injured victim, but often also the entire family. There are huge medical expenses, the person may be hospitalized for long periods, rehabilitation and ongoing medical treatment prevent him/her from resuming work, or they may be unable to work at all, disabilities lead to increased expenses w