An unexpected hazard on a roadway can cause a driver to swerve or brake suddenly and crash into other vehicles, pedestrians, or structures. Road hazards can include a wide variety […]
Falling through ice is responsible for many injuries and fatalities each year. Hypothermia, which is a severe decrease in body temperature, causes a lack of coordination, low energy, and a […]
The “move over” law was enacted in Ontario back in 2003. Sections 159(2) and (3) of the Highway Traffic Act require drivers to slow down and proceed with caution when […]
Whether it is ice skating, ice fishing, or the newest winter trend of kite skiing, Canadians have always enjoyed venturing out onto frozen lakes or ponds. While these activities can […]
Most drivers have experienced some level of annoyance or anger at other drivers on the road, but “road rage” is much more extreme. Road rage occurs when a driver’s extreme […]
Distracted driving has been receiving a lot of attention lately and most people are aware of how dangerous it can be. Despite this, many people cannot resist the urge to […]
Distracted driving is the leading cause of traffic-related deaths in Ontario. In response to this disturbing statistic, Ontario enacted new “distracted driving” legislation in October, 2009. This legislation made it […]