Recreation Injury
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Dec, 2016
What to Do if You Are Bitten by a Dog
A dog bite can be anywhere from a nuisance to life threatening depending on the breed of dog. Dogs can sometimes be unpredictable and can at times attack with little to no warning giving you no chance to get to safety. If you ever find yourself the victim of a dog bite, it’s important that […]
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Jul, 2016
Understanding Sports Injuries and Liability
A sports injury can be detrimental to anyone, from the professional athletes who get paid to play their favourite sports to the regular day person who takes part in recreational team sports like hockey, basketball, soccer, rugby, and lacrosse, and individual sports like tennis, skiing, and snowboarding. When you are injured during a sports activity, […]
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Mar, 2016
Five Tips to Reduce Cycling Accidents
It should come as a surprise to no one that the popularity of cycling is on the rise across the country. There are plenty of reasons for this – from an increased emphasis on personal and environmental health and welfare to gas prices being what they are – but the bottom line is that with […]
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Jan, 2016
A Guide to Snowmobile Safety
Each year, dozens of people become seriously injured or lose their lives because they weren’t using their snowmobile safely. Snowmobiles can be a lot of fun, but sometimes there is a fine line between get a thrill and putting your body and life at risk. In general, these are the top safety rules for proper […]
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Dec, 2015
Know the Warning Signs of a Concussion
Concussions can sideline even the toughest of athletes. A lot of light has been shone upon the issue of concussions in sports recently, but you still don’t hear about them a lot otherwise. Concussions are also common in automobile accidents and slip and fall accidents. They are even more common in the snowy, icy weather […]
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Nov, 2015
5 ATV Safety Tips Every Driver Should Follow
If you have ATV or four wheeler, you know exactly how much fun it can be to ride around your own property or out on trails – but you also know that things can get pretty dicey if you aren’t paying attention to safety tips and tricks that keep you from having a nasty accident. […]
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Aug, 2015
Prevent a Fireworks Accident with These Safety Tips
Fireworks are always a nice send-off after a fun holiday. Whether it be Canada Day, Victoria Day, or Labour Day, fireworks are enjoyed at night by people young and old. You can count on professionals putting on big shows at major events to know how to handle fireworks safely. For those ambitious enough to plan […]