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60 yr old Man in serious condition after collision on Highway 404

Source:

Global news

Traffic delays were seen in Toronto on Highway 404 after a collision occurred Wednesday afternoon. According to Ontario Provincial Police Sgt Kerry Schmidt, there was a two-vehicle crash that involved a passenger car rear-ending a commercial truck on the southbound lanes near highway 7. The collision happened around 3 pm

Schmidt continues to say that the driver of the passenger car, a 60-year-old man, exited the vehicle after the collision and moved across the highway onto the northbound side, and made it to the third lane before inevitably being struck by another vehicle.

Officers were on the scene to investigate and the vehicles involved in the initial collision were moved to the side of the road.

The man was taken to a nearby trauma centre with serious injuries sustained.

Initially, both northbound and southbound lanes were closed but after 6:30 pm, Ontario Provincial Police confirmed all lanes to be reopened.

If you’ve been involved in a serious Injuries, don’t hesitate to contact a motor vehicle accident lawyer for help. They’ll be able to guide you through the legal process and help you get back on your feet.

Bicycle & Pedestrian Accidents; What you need to Know?

Source:

CBC News

According to a news feature by CBC news in 2015, in Toronto, six pedestrians are hit every day. And the number was increasing. That is so, even though the law stipulates that pedestrians have the right of way.

As the roads become less safe for pedestrians, early last year, a new pedestrian law was introduced in Ontario. It emphasized that motorists should wait for the pedestrian to cross the crosswalks or pedestrian crossovers completely.

However, if you are injured from colliding with a motor vehicle, you are entitled to compensation.

Types of Claims

No-Fault Benefit/ Accident Benefit

It applies to all persons involved in a collision with a motor vehicle. If you are a pedestrian or cyclist, then your auto insurance applies. But if you have no insured car, you can claim the insurance policy of the vehicle involved in the accident.

Claim against at-fault driver

In addition to the above claim, you may also be entitled to claim the driver who is at fault. First, you have to provide proof that some blame, is the driver of the car.

Some of the benefits you can claim if you suffer injuries due to the collision include, medical expenses, replacement of income, etc. It all depends on the circumstances of the accident.

In Ontario, the laws on auto insurance are complex and change frequently. It is advisable to seek the guidance of a personal injury lawyer to advise you on the measures to take. You can reach out to out Toronto Personal Injury lawyers, at Kalsi & Associates at 1-844-905-2993 for a FREE consultation.

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Kalsi & Associates Reiterate the Importance of the Slow Down and Move Over Legislation

Every motorist should remember to abide by the law, Slow Down, and Move Over. This rule has gone through many changes over time, with more vehicles being added to the cars covered by this law.

This road safety rule is straightforward and easy to understand. It ensures the safety of workers who have to park their cars on or at the side of the road. Vehicles covered in this legislation, not only includes police vehicles and ambulances but it includes tow trucks, garbage collectors, utility workers among others.

Several cases have been reported of where the operators of said vehicles have been involved in accidents which lead to their injuries and sometimes death. We would like to reiterate to all motorists to slow down as they approach such vehicles, on the road.

If you are on the road with multiple lanes, then, move over and give the operators enough room to continue with their business or services. Let us be aware on the roads as road safety begins with each person.

Contact Kalsi & Associates at (844) 905-2993 for accident, slip and fall or any other related personal Injury Law services.