The provincial government should steer clear of cycle licences, Toronto critical injury lawyer and safety advocate Patrick Brown tells AdvocateDaily.com.
A recent study by consulting firm Campaign Research found a majority of Torontonians surveyed would like to see stricter rules before cyclists can take to the streets.
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Frequently in the news are reports of cycling accidents as well as warnings on the dangers of cycling, particularly in large cities, such as Toronto and Hamilton. However, biking on rural roads in Ontario carries as much, if not a greater risk, than biking in urban areas. In any of these environments, there is potential for a cyclist to be struck when drivers turn left or right without first monitoring for cyclists, when drivers are inattentive or distracted, or when vehicles pass too close to a cyclist.
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British Columbia’s attorney general is reassuring drivers they will not be on the hook for a hike in auto-insurance rates, despite a report released Monday forecasting prices could soar as much as 30 per cent without immediate and drastic action.
CBInsights reported the patent in question would be for a system that would use a smartphone or laptop’s front-facing camera to take brief photos of you while you’re using Facebook. According to the patent, Facebook could then use these temporary photos to determine your emotions when seeing various types of posts on the News Feed. With this information, the social media network could then provide content tailored to keep you on the service for longer.
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A recent study for the Centre for Research on Work Disability Policy shows how this welfare wall traps hundreds of thousands of Canadians with disabilities.
Individuals with disabilities face serious employment challenges due to lack of supports, accessible transportation and understanding of their capabilities. The unemployment rate of this group is double the national average.
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There are approximately 160,000 traumatic brain injuries (TBI) in Canada every year. It is the leading cause of death in people under the age of 45. Many are left without the ability to work or perform activities of daily living (ADLs).
The use of contingency fees has been attracting critical attention over the last year, with a private member’s bill, an independent report and a Law Society of Upper Canada task force all targeting the issue. Calls for greater transparency and regulation have been countered by arguments highlighting the importance of flexibility.
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Choosing the right medical expert in a wrongful death or serious injury lawsuit is vital, so taking the time to decide which one to engage is crucial, says Toronto critical injury lawyer Josh Nisker.
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