Safety
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Sep, 2021
How to Prevent Serious Child Injuries
Written by Ontario Injured
Category: Helpful Tips
Kids are curious by nature. As they grow, they love to explore, run around and learn about the environment around them. It’s a key part of their development, but it can also lead to some serious injuries. Though it’s impossible to avoid the bruises, falls and scrapes that are a typical part of growing up, […]
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Jun, 2021
Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents
Written by Ontario Injured
Category: Helpful Tips
Whether you ride your bike to work, use it for exercise or for leisure, you need to be aware of the dangerous situations that could put your life at risk when you’re biking around. From distracted drivers to poor road conditions, there are many hazards on the road that could result in a serious injury. […]
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Jul, 2020
What You Need to Prove in a Slip and Fall Case
Written by Ontario Injured
Category: Helpful Tips
If you happen to fall on someone else’s property and hurt yourself, you may be eligible for compensation. When the fall is a result of negligence on another’s behalf, you have the right to sue that person or business for your injuries. However, to win the case you’ll need to prove that someone else was […]
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Mar, 2020
Avoid Seasonal Risks This Spring Using Our 7 Safety Tips
Written by Ontario Injured
Category: Helpful Tips
As soon as spring hits, everyone heads outside to enjoy the warmer weather. But you shouldn’t let your guard down. Outdoor hazards during this time of year send many people to the hospital with serious injuries. To avoid seasonal risks this spring, remember our 7 safety tips below. Watch Out for Wet Surfaces Spring showers […]
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Jan, 2020
What to Do if Your Dog Bites
Written by Ontario Injured
Category: Helpful Tips
You are out playing with your dog when suddenly, he bites you — or even worse, another dog or person. A common issue with owning a dog is dealing with aggressive behaviour. While certain dog breeds and sizes are more well-known for this behaviour, this can happen to any dog owner. In order to be […]
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Dec, 2019
Avoid Accidents This Winter Using These Tips for Safe Driving
Written by Ontario Injured
Category: Helpful Tips
When the temperature dips and the snow starts to fall, it’s time to get ready for winter road safety. To avoid accidents on the road this year, follow these tips for safe driving in the winter. Look Further Ahead The further down the road you can look, the more prepared you will be for changes […]
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Jul, 2019
How to Avoid Injuries at A Cottage?
Written by Ontario Injured
Category: Helpful Tips
The cottage is your personal oasis. It’s a place where you can let loose and enjoy a little calm reprieve now and then. Yet, that’s not always the case for many cottagers during the summer. Being amidst the rugged outdoors can come with many potential hazards, leaving some people with serious and even life-threatening injuries. […]
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Apr, 2019
7 Signs of Concussion
Written by Ontario Injured
Category: Helpful Tips
Have you or a loved one experienced a recent fall or blow to the head? If so, it’s vital to find out if the impact has caused a concussion. In most cases, concussions are not life-threatening, and most people fully recover shortly after. However, in some situations, they can be more severe and even lead […]
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Jan, 2017
Staying Safe in the Winter
The winter can truly look like a magical time of the year with the glistening snow and icicles that cover every surface and every branch. But as the thermometer drops, that glistening “magic” can form into a dangerous slippery surface. Whether it’s walking along the footpaths, or driving to your family and friends’ homes during […]
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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 […]