Tips For Avoiding Injuries Around The Pool
The hot summer months provide us with great opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, and what better way to beat the heat than to relax by a pool. Unfortunately, accidents at the pool or at a cottage can occur. Common injuries include slips and falls, accidents stemming from poorly maintained properties, accidents stemming from poorly maintained […]
Assault Victim Sues City For Not Providing Adequate Security
We wrote about an assault victim looking to place liability on the owners of a store in last week’s blog. In that situation, the victim was not successful in seeking to place liability on the store. However in this week’s blog, another victim of an assault sought to assign liability to the City of Calgary. […]
Plaintiff Claims Store Should Have Prevented Assault
If you become injured while at a commercial establishment, you may be entitled to recover damages against the business for your injuries. However, not every type of incident will lend itself to the business being liable. This was the case in a recent decision from the Supreme Court of British Columbia. The events leading up […]
When Laws Collide: The Consumer Protection Act vs. The Occupier’s Liability Act
While Skiing is a fun past time, it can also be dangerous. Ski hills, as well as other businesses providing space for physical activity, should recognize potential dangers and often require customers to sign waivers stating they are performing activities at their own risk, and that the business will not be held liable in the […]
Celebrate Safely at the Cottage This Canada Day
Cottages and campgrounds will be busy this long weekend as Canadians celebrate the 150th anniversary of confederation. Unfortunately, a careless moment at the cottage can sometimes result in a serious injury, leading to weeks or even months of recovery. Who is responsible for an injury that happens at the cottage? In some cases, an accident […]
Anaphylaxis and Restaurant Negligence
Anaphylaxis is a serious physical reaction, usually triggered by exposure to an allergen, that can lead to serious personal injury or even death. Those people with allergies are always very careful, but mistakes can happen. Last year, a Quebec restaurant patron suffered a severe allergic reaction after being mistakenly served salmon, ending up in hospital […]