Day: 27 September 2016

September 27, 2016

Ottawa’s Cyclist Safety Crisis

Earlier this month, yet another tragic cycling accident made headlines in Ottawa: the death of 23-year old Nusrat Jahan, killed in a collision with a construction truck while bicycling in the Laurier Avenue bike lane on September 1st. The accident was one in a rash of vehicle-bike collisions in the Ottawa area earlier this month. […]

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Van Dyke Injury Law Blog

January 30, 2024

Navigating Winter Cycling Accidents in Ontario

As winter blankets Ontario in a layer of ice and snow, avid cyclists often find themselves confronted with unique challenges. Cycling during the colder months can be an invigorating experience, but it also comes with an increased risk of accidents. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the common causes of winter cycling accidents in […]

December 6, 2023

What NOT to do After a Car Accident

Emotions can run high in the wake of a car accident, so it’s easy to make decisions that aren’t to your advantage and can complicate matters in the long run. The steps you take are important for your personal safety, as well as legal and insurance reasons. Below is a list of things you should […]