Being struck by a vehicle is a horrific experience for any pedestrian. These accidents can lead to a host of injuries. Some injuries, such as bruising, aren’t life-threatening. Other injuries, such as internal bleeding, are much more serious and can be life-threatening.
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Pedestrians and bicyclists face some unique challenges when they are moving along the roadways. Not only do they have to watch for obstacles on the sidewalk or roadway, they also have to watch out for drivers who might not be watching out for them. The disturbing fact is that pedestrians and bicyclists are at the mercy of motorists.
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Last week, we discussed how the family members of a bicyclist who was killed by a motorist are still trying to find closure more than three years after the fatal accident. When you lose a loved one in a tragic accident, finding closure can be something that is very difficult. This is especially true if the court proceedings seem to drag on for one year after another.
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The family of a man who was killed in a November 2012 accident in which he was on his bicycle when he was struck by a car recently gave their victim impact statements at the defendant’s hearing.The man who struck the 35-year-old male bicyclist pleaded guilty to failing to remain at the scene of an accident causing death. His sentencing is set for Jan. 12.
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There are several injuries that can occur when you are struck by a vehicle. If the car hits a pedestrian in the hip area or if the pedestrian falls on his or her hip, it is possible that he or she will suffer from a hip fracture. While many people might hear the word “fracture” and assume that these injuries aren’t serious, they are actually very serious.
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Pedestrians are at the mercy of drivers when they are walking around Toronto. One wrong move by a driver and pedestrians might get struck by the vehicle. That can lead to serious injuries. Pedestrians who are injured in an accident that was caused by a negligent driver might choose to seek compensation for their injuries.
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Impaired driving is a big problem in Canada, including in Ontario. Drivers who are impaired lack the ability to react to obstacles and situations that occur while they are driving. That delayed or absent reaction can lead to horrible accidents.
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