Personal Injury Tips to Stay Safe This Winter

Here in Ontario, we already feel the fingers of winter, gently reminding us that it’s right around the corner. And we know better than anyone that driving and walking conditions here can set us up for accidents and injuries if we aren’t careful. Before you suffer a winter injury, consider these tips to keep winter hazards away from your door — and from causing an injury. 

Be a Good Property Owner

If you are injured on someone else’s property in Ontario, you can hold that individual liable for your damages. The same holds true for you. Don’t set yourself up for a premises liability claim. Make sure you are a good property owner and keep others safe by using sand or salt and shoveling or plowing any areas where people walk or drive. This will keep you safe as well as anyone who is on your property. 

And Speaking of Premises Liability

If you have sustained an injury on someone else’s property, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Make sure you contact the owner or manager of the property to report the accident. Take plenty of photos of the area and get immediate medical attention. If you have been seriously injured, get the help of an experienced Cambridge ON personal injury lawyer. 

Keep Your Eyes on the Road and SLOW DOWN

Car accidents are the number one cause of devastating injuries in Ontario and throughout Canada. Obviously, maneuvering our roads is far more dangerous in winter than during warmer weather. 

Taking your time to safely get to your destination is critical for you, your passengers, and anyone else sharing the road. If you have been injured in a car accident in Cambridge caused by another motorist, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Getting the advice and guidance of an experienced personal injury attorney can help you understand your options and legal rights after a car accident. 

Whether you love or hate our winter months, nobody wants to be injured. If you have sustained an injury, we may be able to help. Contact the Cambridge ON personal injury lawyers at Hilborn and Konduros for a no-cost consultation or call us at (519) 658-6341.