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Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers’ personal injury lawyers support Victims Matter’s petition
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On April 23, Ontario’s Liberal Government released its 2015 Budget, which includes the multi-billion dollar Moving Ontario Forward infrastructure plan, a $250 million investment in the Ontario Youth Jobs Strategy, and a $200 million contribution to the Jobs and Prosperity Fund. While the Liberal government has been more than happy to boast about its many big ticket investments, it has stayed largely silent on the damaging effects the new budget will have on some of Ontario’s most vulnerable motor vehicle accident victims, who Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers’ personal injury lawyers are proud to represent.
The 2015 Budget includes several major changes to the benefits available to catastrophically injured accident victims, including a $1 million reduction in the maximum amount of medical benefits a person can claim from a catastrophic injury caused by an automobile accident. In response, associations like Victims Matter and the Accident Benefit Coalition (ABC) have joined a loud outcry from accident victims’ families and the personal injury lawyers representing them in protest of the cuts, which the province has justified by suggesting they will help lower insurance rates.
Victims Matter is hosting an online petition protesting the proposed cuts and preferential treatment shown to for-profit insurance companies. As of August 17, it has accumulated 1,053 signatures.
“I was in a near-fatal car accident last year, which resulted in a serious brain injury and many fractures through my body,” commented petition signee Justin M. “Under the current auto insurance system, I have 8 therapists to help me rehabilitate, as well as access to 24 hour care to ensure that I am safe and well taken care of while at home and in the community. However, if the proposed changes pass as suggested by the Liberal government, I would have half the amount of funding to allow me to get better and heal. This would feel like punishment having to choose between learning to walk again and showering safely.”
Under the 2015 Budget, the $1 million reduction in maximum benefits represents a 50 per cent decrease from the $2 million maximum which has been in place for approximately 20 years. The benefit cuts will effect Ontario’s most injured motor vehicle accident victims – those considered “catastrophically impaired” – most acutely.
“The cost to care for an individual with severe injuries can add up quickly,” reads Victims Matter’s website. “In many cases, victims of catastrophic accidents require extensive medical attention, physiotherapy, nursing and rehabilitation. [Ontario Premier Kathleen] Wynne is leaving injured individuals with the responsibility of paying out of pocket.”
Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers’ team of personal injury lawyers supports Victims Matter’s petition against Ontario’s Budget 2015, which will also constrict the definition of “catastrophic impairment,” making it more difficult to understand who will qualify for maximum benefits.
“The newly proposed level of benefit is grossly insufficient considering that those effected suffer from paralysis, amputations, and severe brain injuries,” commented Nick Gurevich, Executive Director of Function-Ability, an occupational therapy service provider. “These cuts will rob the most severely injured not only from a chance to recover but from dignity itself.”
Please visit www.victimsmatter.ca and sign the petition protesting the Government of Ontario’s 2015 Budget and its discriminatory stance against Ontario’s most injured accident victims. The petition will be delivered to Premier Wynne, MPP for Mississauga South Charles Sousa, MPP for Vaughn Steven Del Duca, and MPP for St. Paul’s Dr. Eric Hoskins.
The personal injury lawyers at Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers have been dealing with accident related issues throughout Ontario for over 45 years. If you or a loved one has suffered an injury from an automobile accident, all us at 416-920-4242 to set up a free consultation today.
A Canadian study may change our understanding of cerebral palsy
A new study from Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) in Montréal has uncovered evidence that may alter the way cerebral palsy is understood.
Doctors have historically considered factors like birth asphyxia, stroke, and infections in the developing brains of babies to be the primary causes of cerebral palsy, but the new study, published August 3 in Nature Communications, suggests that at least 1 in 10 cases may have genetic origins.
“Our research suggest that there is a much stronger genetic component to cerebral palsy than previously suspected,” said lead study author Dr. Maryam Oskui in a MUHC release. “How these genetic factors interplay with other established risk factors remains to be fully understood. For example, two newborns exposed to the same environmental stressors will often have very different outcomes. Our research suggest that our genes impart resilience, or conversely a susceptibility to injury.”
Cerebral palsy is the most common cause of physical disability in children, effecting two out of every thousand births. Children suffering from the disorder may experience a wide range of symptoms, including difficulty with motor development, epilepsy, and learning, speech, hearing, and visual impairments. The new information presented in the study may lead to improvements in counseling, prevention, and treatment of children with cerebral palsy, and could ease the burden on confused parents.
“Finding an underlying cause for a child’s disability is an important undertaking in management,” said Dr. Michael Shevell, co-director of the Canadian Cerebral Palsy Registry. “Parents may want to know why their child has particular challenges. Finding a precise reason opens up multiple vistas related to understanding, specific treatment, prevention and rehabilitation. This study will provide the impetus to make genetic testing a standard part of the comprehensive assessment of the child with cerebral palsy.”
Genetic testing may also help determine the feasibility of a medical malpractice suit related to a child born with cerebral palsy. While many cases cannot be prevented or foreseen, others can be caused by injuries to a child’s brain during delivery. In cases where the injuries could have been avoided by appropriate medical care and attention, a medical malpractice suit may be warranted.
In 2013, a British Columbia obstetrician was ruled liable for injuries to Cassidy Ediger, who suffers from cerebral palsy caused by damage to the brain. Also in 2013, the Supreme Court of Canada found a doctor negligent on the issue of informed consent after a mother was advised to deliver a vaginal birth after a caesarean section (VBAC) without being warned of the implications of the procedure. During the delivery, the mother’s uterus ruptured, and the child was deprived of oxygen for more than 20 minutes, leaving him with cerebral palsy.
Children with cerebral palsy face a challenging journey through life, and may require special care as they embark on the transition to adulthood. If you believe the hospital, doctors, or nurses involved in the delivery or your child failed to provide proper medical care, contact Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers at 416-920-4242 for a free consultation.
Should texting cyclists be treated the same as a distracted driver?
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When riding a bicycle, you should be on the lookout for other pedestrians, cyclists and other drivers to ensure that you safely arrive at your destination. If there is one distraction cyclists don’t need, is riding their bicycle while texting or checking their phone.
Recently, an Ottawa police sergeant sent a letter to Queen’s Park requesting an amendment to legislation for distracted driving to include “all vehicles” rather than only applying to cars.
“Our hands are presently tied with cell phone infractions being committed on Bicycles and Backhoes etc using our roadways. There have been countless complaints to the Police via social media about the use of phones with these methods of transportation”. Gatien wrote.
If Gatien’s suggested proposal is adopted, cyclists could be fined up to $1,000 for an infraction.
While Toronto Police told Metro News that they support changes that will make roads safer, there are Toronto bylaws that let police fine cyclists $85 for biking without due care and attention.
This hasn’t been the first time this issue has been raised. In November 2014, a New York City councillor sponsored legislation that would make texting and talking on a cellphone illegal while riding a bike, according to NY Daily News. Under the proposed legislation, cyclists spotted violating the rules would be fined $50 for their first violation and $200 thereafter. First-time offenders who haven’t hurt anyone or caused damage to property may avoid paying the fine by attending bike safety classes.
California is debating a state wide ban on texting and biking, while it’s already been banned in Chicago and Flagstaff, Arizona.
This suggestion came amid Queen’s Park debate on Bill 31, the Making Ontario’s Roads Safer Act, which was reintroduced after the June election. The bill aims to establish higher distracted driving fines and demerit point penalties for distracted driving violations.
Currently, distracted drivers can be fined $280.
Motor vehicle accidents happen and accident benefits are available to anyone involved in a motor vehicle accident regardless of who caused the accident. The personal injury and accident lawyers at Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers have been dealing with all accident related issues throughout Ontario for over 45 years. We know how to get you the compensation that you deserve and get your life back in order after being in a car accident. Call us at 416-920-4242, set up a free consultation, and come speak with us.
Traumatic brain injury victims experienced more road rage
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Sometimes in the news we hear about cases of ‘road rage’. This is where a driver becomes angry enough to shout at other drivers while operating their vehicle or is event compelled to get out and threaten another driver or their passengers.
In April, one Quebec family used their minivan to block another Quebec man’s vehicle in a parking lot after he had cut them off. The situation escalated and the man allegedly approached the family’s vehicle with a chainsaw, which he revved during the incident but then eventually walked away. The mother captured a video of the incident and the Quebec man was charged with assault with a weapon in the alleged incident. He pleaded not guilty but was ordered by the court to have no contact with the alleged victims, according to CTV News.
Road rage incidents can be harrowing incidents for anyone on the receiving end of one, but there may an explanation as to why they occur.
A recent study by the St. Michael’s Hospital found that Ontario adults who have experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI) also reported being more likely to have serious road-related driving aggression. TBI victims also had a higher chance of being involved in a motor vehicle accident where they or another passenger were hurt.
“This data suggest links between TBI and hazardous driving behaviours, but at this early stage we can’t be sure if these relationships are causal,” said Dr. Robert Mann, senior scientist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto and co-principal investigator of the study, in a press release.
“Nevertheless, it appears that a large proportion of the driving population has experienced these injuries, so understanding how trauma to the head affects driving could have important implications for improving traffic safety.”
TBI occurs when a person suffers a head injury that results in them losing consciousness for at least five minutes or leads to overnight hospitalization. There are various situations when a TBI can happen, such as by a sudden hit to the head during a car accident or when an object pierces through the skull and causes a brain injury.
The brain plays a crucial role in our lives, whether it’s completing simple calculations or driving a car, both which require concentration and attention to details.
The results of this study show that brain injury prevention, as well as the screening and rehabilitation of drivers living with a TBI, can be used to assess whether a person is fit to drive.
“Perhaps the burden of traffic collisions and road rage could be mitigated if we were mindful of the implications associated with a brain injury,” said Dr. Gabriela Ilie, lead author of the study and a post-doctoral fellow at St. Michael’s Hospital.
TBIs have far reaching consequences as they can cause someone’s personality to completely transform. They have also been linked to depression, substance abuse and homelessness.
If you have been involved in an accident and are now coping with a brain injury, your life has changed drastically. Let Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers be there to help. We have handled all types of injuries for over 45 years. We understand the impacts they can have on you and we can help fight your case. Call us at 416-920-4242. Set up a free consultation and come chat with us.
Wrongful deaths on roller coasters
Thrill seekers may see riding roller coasters as a safer way to enjoy an exhilarating ride, but unfortunately, there have been wrongful death incidents that may convince you to rethink riding one.
West Edmonton Mall Mindbender accident
One of the most deadly roller coaster accidents in Canada was in the West Edmonton Mall on the Mindbender ride in the indoor Galaxyland Amusement Park in 1986. The last car of the roller coaster derailed during its last loop and hit a concrete pillar, which killed three passengers and injured 19 people. During the investigation, it was discovered that bolts were missing from the car’s wheel assembly of the triple-loop roller coaster. The ride was closed for a few months, before it reopened with redesigned train cars with reduced seats and an added seatbelt and headrest.
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While the roller coaster remained accident-free since, in 2011, a maintenance employee was seriously injured when he was hit by a rotating roller coaster car in the West Edmonton mall indoor amusement park, according to the Edmonton Journal. The worker was getting a visitor’s hat on the tracks of the Galaxy Orbiter, when he was knocked unconscious by the spinning car. The car was carrying passengers when the worker was hit, but none of them were injured. The Orbiter and Mindbender were both closed by the amusement park as the Occupational Health and Safety department investigated the matter.
Canada’s Wonderland Accident
While there have been no ride-related deaths in more than 30 years at Canada’s Wonderland, a spokesperson told the Globe and Mail, Wonderland briefly closed one of its rides in 2007 after there was an accident in a US amusement park on a similar ride. Drop Zone at Wonderland was shut down after a 13-year-old girl’s feet were severed while riding the Superman Tower of Power at Six Flags in Kentucky.
Six Flags Texas
Last summer, a woman fell off a 14-storey high roller coaster at Six Flags Over Texas because she was not safely secured in her seat. The woman was seated on her own, while her son-in-law and wife were in front of her, according to CNN. The woman’s family filed a wrongful death lawsuit accusing the amusement park of negligence in which it states that a member of the woman’s family saw the woman be thrown out of the roller coaster car, and then hit a tunnel’s metal roof below after which she died from traumatic injuries, according to CNN. Initially, Six Flags denied liability in the incident since it didn’t manufacture the ride, but eventually both Six Flags and Gerstlauer Amusement Rides, the maker of the Texas Giant ride, settled a lawsuit with the family under undisclosed terms.
The Texas Giant roller coaster was closed for about two months before it reopened with added safety features, such as new seat belts and redesigned bar pads. But after the incident, Canadian amusement parks were on alert.
What should you look for before riding a rollercoaster?
Before getting onto a ride, always check that you fit within weight or height requirements. On occasion, there are chairs available in front of the ride to give you an idea of the amount of space you’ll have. Before getting onto the ride, pay attention to any signs for how to strap yourself in safely and be aware of any safety precautions, such as hearing a click to ensure that your seatbelt has been fastened properly.
After getting on a ride and securing yourself, there should always be ride operators that come around to double check that you’re safely strapped in. If you don’t feel secure, it’s better to disembark from the ride rather than risk your safety. Roller coasters travel at fast speeds in different directions with a good amount of force and in many cases, the only thing holding you in your seat are bars or seatbelts. You should be able to feel confident in the ride’s safety before it starts moving.
The personal injury and accident lawyers at Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers have handled accident injuries for clients throughout Ontario for over 45 years. We understand the effect injuries can have on your life and we’re experienced in assisting you through your claim, but also your recovery. Call us at 416-920-4242. Set up a free consultation and come talk with us.
The cost of preventable injuries is becoming more expensive
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In Canada, preventable injuries, such as motor vehicle accidents, falls and fires, killed 15,866 people and left 231,596 Canadians hospitalized in 2010, according to The Cost of Injury in Canada report produced by Parachute, a national charity that works towards stopping preventable injuries.
Preventable injuries are so common that every hour, 427 people suffer from one, whether it’s a drowning, car crash or poisoning. This type of injury is the leading cause of death for Canadians between the ages of one to 44 with the injury death rate rising to 43.25 per 100,000 injuries from 42.06 per 100,000 injures.
In 2010, falls were the most frequent type of injury. Falls led to 4,071 deaths, 128,389 hospitalizations, 1,036,079 emergency room visits, 23,236 cases of permanent partial disability and 1,969 cases of permanent total disability. Transport incidents were also very frequent and led to 2,620 deaths, 28,350 hospitalizations, 290,782 emergency room visits, 7,204 cases of permanent partial disabilities and 699 cases of permanent total disabilities.
These injuries lead to an emotional toll on their loved ones, but these injuries cost more than $26.8 billion each year for direct and indirect costs, which is an increase of 35 per cent from 2004.
Based on the current trend, the rate and cost of preventable injuries is expected to worsen with a forecast of 26,390 deaths, while the cost to Canadians will rise to $75 billion.
“The numbers tell a compelling story about the cumulative impact of injury and the importance of prevention for individuals, families, and our health care system,” said Louise Logan, Parachute’s CEO and president, said in a press release. “Now is the time for coordinated action so we can stop the clock on preventable injuries.”
One way to prevent many of the injuries is by investing into certain programs. According to Parachute Canada, every $1 dollar spent on a booster seat can save society $71, while every $1 spent on a bicycle helmet or child safety seat can save society $45 and $42, respectively. For every $1 spent on zero alcohol tolerance for drivers under 21 can save society $25.
“The trouble is, too many people think “we won’t get hurt“, and that serious injuries only happen to other people,” said the report. “However, they can and do happen – to us and to others around us – at home, at play, at work and on the road.
“Too many Canadians have their lives and those of their families irrevocably changed forever as a result of injury.”
Motor vehicle accidents happen and accident benefits are available to anyone involved in a motor vehicle accident regardless of who caused the accident. The personal injury and accident lawyers at Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers have been dealing with all accident related issues throughout Ontario for over 45 years. We know how to get you the compensation that you deserve and get your life back in order after being in a car accident. Call us at 416-920-4242, set up a free consultation, and come speak with us.
Too much antibiotic use in nursing homes is dangerous, says recent study
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When we’re sick, it’s become the norm to take antibiotics, which are used to fight off bacterial infections.
These were once thought to be a good way to fight off infections, but their overuse in some Ontario nursing homes is dangerous for all residents, according to a recent study published in JAMA Internal Medicine.
“Antibiotics are frequently and often inappropriately prescribed to patients in nursing homes. These antibiotics pose direct risks to recipients and indirect risks to others residing in the home,” according to the study.
Adverse events caused by antibiotics can include Clostridium difficile, diarrhea or gastroenteritis, antibiotic-resistant organisms in those who received antibiotics and those who didn’t, allergic reactions, and general medication adverse events for those who received the antibiotics.
The study found that for every 1,000 days a resident stayed in a nursing home, they were prescribed antibiotics on an average of 55 days during that timeframe. Nursing homes prescribed antibiotics at different rates with a low prescription rate of 20.4 days per 1,000 days of stay to a high prescription rate of 192.9 days per 1,000 days of stay.
Nursing homes with high use of antibiotics saw residents experiencing more antibiotic-related adverse events (13.3 per cent) compared to 11.4 per cent of residents experiencing these events in low-use homes. These same statistics also applied to residents who didn’t receive antibiotic treatments.
The study analyzes antibiotic use among 110,656 seniors living in 607 Ontario nursing homes from January 2010 to December 2011.
Some of the most common reasons for prescribing antibiotics in nursing homes includes penicillin, second-generation fluoroquinolones, Sulfonamides, Nitrofurantoin and first-generation cephalosporins, according to lead author Dr. Nick Daneman, an internal medicine physician at Toronto’s Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre.
The study recommends that antibiotic stewardship, which coordinates the appropriate use of antibiotics, will improve the safety of all nursing home residents.
“Antibiotic stewardship should be a shared concern of not only healthcare workers but also patients and their families,” Dr. Daneman told Reuters. “Family members and patients should be aware that more antibiotic use is not always better, and should ask their doctor to make sure the treatments are needed, chosen appropriately, and prescribed for the necessary length of time.”
It’s important that nursing home residents and their loved ones feel confident in a facility’s ability to care for its residents. There’s been unfortunate reports from some nursing homes, such as their high reliance on antipsychotic drugs to manage the behaviour of dementia patients, frequent violations and elder abuse.
The personal injury and accident lawyers at Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers can help ensure that long-term care home residents are receiving proper care. They have been handling all types of injuries for over 45 years. We understand the impacts wrongful death can have on your life and we know how to help you. Call us at 416-920-4242. Set up a free consultation and come talk with us.
Help raise funds for mTBI survivors
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Enjoy a round of golf while contributing to a great cause at the 13th annual Out of the Rough Golf Tournament at the Angus Glen Golf Course on September 10.
The St. Michael’s Hospital Head Injury Clinic and the St. Michael’s Foundation host the annual tournament to raise funds to support those affected by mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI). With your help, the tournament hopes to raise more than $150,000 this year.
Funds from this annual tournament contribute to providing financial support to patients without financial needs, researching fatigue associated with brain injury and treatment for headaches and dizziness after sustaining a brain injury and standardizing concussion care in Ontario.
This annual tournament regularly brings out more than 200 professionals within the healthcare, law and business sectors who take part in friendly games and enjoy delicious food and exciting surprises.
Each year, 88,000 patients suffer mTBIs that need to be treated at a hospital or a doctor’s office in Ontario. The St. Michael’s Head Injury Clinic helps mTBI patients get “out of the rough” and rebuild their lives. Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers is a proud to be a sponsor of such an important event and notable cause.
To buy tickets and learn more about the tournament, visit the Out of the Rough website.
Ontario nurse charged for hospital death – Nursing Negligence & Errors
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On April 9, a former nurse at a Georgian Bay hospital was recently charged with manslaughter and criminal negligence causing death after she allegedly removed a woman from life support without consent in March of 2014.
Before healthcare workers can proceed with any medical procedures, they must always get consent from the patient or another loved one who’s in charge of their care. Even if a doctor or nurse believes they’re acting in the patient’s best interest, the patient is still required to agree to the procedure before medical professionals can act.
Midland Police did not release the victim’s identity to the public, but the widow, Michael LeBlanc, of the deceased 39-year-old woman, Deanna Leblanc, spoke to the media. Michael said his partner was recovering from a half-hour knee scope surgery at the end of February. A few days later on March 2, his partner woke up early in the morning and told her husband to call 911 because she was dying, Michael told the Toronto Star. She was taken to the Georgian Bay Hospital, where she was put onto a respirator at 6 p.m. that day and by 8 p.m. she was dead, according to the Star.
Police began their investigation on March 6, 2014, and recently charged Joanna Flynn, a 50-year-old Wyevale resident who worked at Georgian Bay Hospital. She was released on a $50,000 bail on April 9 and is expected to appear in court on May 28.
Meanwhile, the hospital confirmed with the Star that Flynn was fired a few days after a quality of care review into Deanna’s death. The College of Nurses of Ontario has launched an investigation into the incident.
Experts in the media have deemed the case to be unprecedented in Canada. Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers’ Duncan Embury was interviewed by Global News Toronto regarding end of life care and consent.
While the courts may decide whether these charges are warranted, Michael told the Star he wasn’t sure how he felt after hearing charges were laid.
“I want it to be over,” he told the Star. “It’s just me and my two boys without her, and it’s a [tough] situation, to tell you the truth.”
If you’ve been injured by negligence by a doctor or healthcare worker, you can be compensated. The personal injury and accident lawyers at Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers have been handling all types of injuries for over 45 years including injuries from medical malpractice. We understand the impacts injuries can have on your life and we know how to help you. Call us at 416-920-4242. Set up a free consultation and come talk with us.
Avoid motorcycle accidents by following these motorcycle safety tips
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With nicer weather outside, it’s a great time for motorcyclists to take their vehicles out for a spin. But motorcyclists need to always remain carefully vigilant when driving.
In spring, the Toronto Police held a safety session for motorcycle riders in a bid to help prevent motorcycle accidents.
“In the past few weeks, we had a number of motorcycle riders go down on the Don Valley Parkway and out in the west-end. They all suffered serious injury,” Constable Clint Stibbe told Global News Toronto.
“What we’re trying to do is to bring back to the forefront things that riders need to be aware of…”
Since 1995, there have been 62 motorcycle fatalities in Toronto, which all the victims were male, according to the Toronto Police. Of those involved in fatal accidents, 15 victims were under the age of 25, while 36 of them were between the age of 25 to 39 years old.
Improper driving by the motorcyclist can lead to crashes, but in 22 of the motorcycle fatalities in Toronto, the motorcyclist did nothing wrong. Also, most fatal collisions occurred when roads were dry.
But OPP stats last year showed that the number of motorcycle fatalities was heading to a seven-year high with 26 deaths by September.
Driving safely is a concern for many motorcyclists and here are some ways they can prevent accidents from happening.
Make sure you’re visible on the road. There are many ways to do this, whether it’s making sure your headlights work during the day and night, using reflective strips or decals on your clothing or your motorcycle or flashing your brake light when you’re slowing down or stopping.
Wear a helmet. All motorcyclists are required by law to wear helmets, which can protect you from a serious head injury in the event of an accident. Helmets must have a strong chin strap and fastener. They should be in good condition and fit snugly on your head. Motorcyclists should consider buying a full-faced helmet since it offers the best protection and most comfort, along with a helmet that’s brightly coloured or has reflective devices. While helmets are an important safety device, they also keep bugs, wind or debris from flying into your face.
Wear protective clothing. Wearing the right gear, such as bright clothing, long sleeves, gloves and thick clothing, can help with your visibility and also protect you from wind, rain or debris on the roads. You’ll want your arms and legs covered completely, even during warm weather, and you’ll want clothes that will keep you warm and dry from the outdoor elements. Be careful that clothing doesn’t flap in the wind and shoes shouldn’t have rings or laces since they could get caught in the motorcycle’s controls.
Be in good mental and physical condition to drive. Driving while alert is crucial to safely operating a motorcycle and if you’re sick, tired or injured, it’s better to not drive. Being calm and alert allows you to react to emergency situations.
Know your vehicle. The only way you can confidently ride your vehicle is if you know it well. Learn where all the controls are and feel confident in your riding skills before travelling in traffic. You should be able to change controls on your vehicle without looking down and in time, your reactions will be reflexes.
Check your vehicle before taking it on a ride. Your motorcycle’s upkeep is directly related to your safety and you should perform frequent checks on it. Aspects to check include your tires, controls, brakes, chassis, cables, lights, fuel and oil and stands.
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, the personal injury lawyers at Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers are here to help fight your case. Our trusted legal team is experienced in handling tort claims and helping victims receive fair accident and disability benefits. Set up a consultation today by calling our Toronto office at 416-920-4242.
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