With winter fast approaching, most Canadians are gearing up to face the challenges of winter driving. Winter months are probably the most dangerous because of the holiday-season and the attendant hazards of impaired and distracted driving, high spirits and a more relaxed and less vigilant attitude. Icy weather, rain, snow and sleet, storms and wet roads, poor visibility etc are some of the other factors.

If you or a dear one has been injured in an accident, getting prompt medical help is crucial even if you feel your injuries are minor. Many seemingly simple injuries could later turn into serious issues when left untreated.

It’s also important to be aware that accidents are usually caused by someone else’s fault or negligence and the injured are entitled to seek compensation from those responsible for the accident. Contact a free consultation injury lawyer without delay for more information and advice.

Types of Winter Driving Accidents

Statistics provided by insurance companies show a sharp upswing in collisions and motor-vehicle accidents between December-January. Though Canadians are well-versed in winter driving, the first snowfall of the season often poses challenges even for expert/experienced drivers. Typical winter driving accidents include:

• Striking an animal
• Single-vehicle accidents
• Striking or being struck by  other vehicles
• Act of nature
• Striking tree/parked vehicle
• Being struck while parked
• Debris/pot-hole/obstructions on the road
• Vandalism
• Pedestrian/bicyclist/far-vehicle collisions

Almost 30% of accidents occur on snowy/icy roads. Top-rated accident lawyers can assist injured victims by conducting independent investigations into the actual circumstances of the accident and establishing the negligence that caused it.

Winter Driving Tips

Motor-vehicle drivers have a duty of care to practice reasonable safety while driving. Winter conditions make driving more challenging and hence, extra vigilance is required. Accident victims and their families may have to undergo a life-time of suffering, economic and social deprivation, emotional trauma, etc as a result of a moment’s negligence. Victims/families should know how to select the best personal injury lawyer to represent and get the compensation they justly deserve for loss of income/wages, medical and rehabilitation expenses, pain and suffering and other applicable categories.

In general, winter-driving safety includes:

• Prepare your vehicle for winter-driving – check brakes, lights, tires and engine
• Keep tabs on weather-reports, delay trips if bad weather is expected
• Let others know your route/destination/start and arrival times
• Avoid driving at night or when tired
• Maintain your tires and use snow-tires if required
• Never use cruise-control on slippery surfaces
• Accelerate/decelerate slowly – the engine response is slower on icy roads
• Don’t power up slopes
• Brake early

How We Can Assist 

Most of us assume that insurance will take care of accident-related expenses. However, the process can be long-drawn-out and frustrating, because many insurance companies may adopt aggressive, manipulative or delaying tactics to avoid settling your claim. A top toronto personal injury lawyer can assist you with the complex paperwork involved, putting together a robust claim, representing you in negotiations with the at-fault party, protecting your interests and taking the case to trial if required.

If you, your family or a friend has been injured in an accident, please feel free to speak to one of our injury lawyers for a free consultation about how we are able to assist in making a personal injury claim. We consult in all cities across Ontario with a no win no fee guarantee. Our personal injury lawyers have helped victims secure millions of dollars in personal injury cases. Call us Toll Free On our 24/7 Injury Hotline: 1 – 844 495 7333 or Text a Personal Injury ‎Lawyer 24/7 and get instant help. (416 931 5015)