Archive for June, 2014

Animal rescuer found guilty in fatal auto accident

On behalf of: admin | Posted in: Car Accidents on: Friday, June 27, 2014

A woman was recently found guilty in a tragic case of negligence relating to a fatal June 2010 car accident in Montreal. According to court proceedings, the auto accident occurred after the convicted woman stopped her car to help some ducklings that were on the roadside. After the woman parked her car on the roadside, […]

Bike maker recalls products to avoid fatal bicycle accidents

On behalf of: admin | Posted in: Bicycle Accidents on: Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Bicycle manufacturer Dorel Industries has recalled a number of its bicycles in Canada. According to a news release, the 2014 GT Fury Team and the 2014 GT Fury Expert model bicycles have a defect relating to their hubs, which could cause the brakes to fail. So far, a total of five broken hub reports have […]

200 Ontario cyclists gather to promote bicycle safety

On behalf of: admin | Posted in: Bicycle Accidents on: Thursday, June 19, 2014

Approximately 200 bicyclists gathered in Waterloo on a recent Sunday in memory of people who have died in bicycle accidents. The three-kilometre ride is an annual event that is intended to promote bicycle safety and prevent Ontario residents from being involved in a bicycle accident. This year’s event is the second time the ride has […]

Ontario man dragged under car for 1,000 feet in bicycle accident

On behalf of: admin | Posted in: Bicycle Accidents on: Wednesday, June 11, 2014

An Ontario man was recently hit by a sport utility vehicle and dragged underneath it for approximately 1,000 feet. The 40-year-old victim was riding his bicycle at approximately 3:38 p.m. on a recent Monday when the motorist struck him. The driver of the sport utility vehicle is in his 70’s. At this time, authorities are […]

Summer safety tips to help drivers avoid car accidents

On behalf of: admin | Posted in: Car Accidents on: Friday, June 6, 2014

Every Ontario driver will agree that a car accident is something to avoid at all costs, but not all drivers and passengers are aware of some common and easily avoidable road safety mistakes. As summer approaches and we spend more time taking family road trips and weekend getaways, drivers and passengers can take certain precautions […]