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Dave Shellnutt
Mar 53 min read
Road Disrepair, Pothole & Other Hazard Injury Claims
Be prepared in case a pothole or other road hazard causes you to crash on your bike resulting in injury.
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Dave Shellnutt
Feb 194 min read
Snowy Bike Lanes & Slip & Falls on Icy Sidewalks
Inclement weather and municipalities failing to properly remove snow may lead to injury causing hazards. Know your rights if you're injured.
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Dave Shellnutt
Jan 204 min read
In a Collision, Document Everything.
Involved in a collision with a motorist? What you document at the scene can be critically important & ward off attempts to blame you.
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Dave Shellnutt
Dec 5, 20244 min read
Hot Winter Cycling Tips
Consider our winter cycling tips and keep riding year round. Despite the temperature or snow, the benefits outweigh the concerns!
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Dave Shellnutt
Oct 26, 20243 min read
Reporting Road Violence - A Cyclist's Guide
The Biking Lawyer LLP guide for cyclists to report dangerous drivers and road violence.
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Dave Shellnutt
Aug 13, 20244 min read
E-Scooter Accidents & the Law
Understand the laws behind e-scooter use in Ontario and what to do if you're involved in an e-scooter accident.
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Dave Shellnutt
Jul 28, 20243 min read
Blocked Bike Lanes & Dangerous Construction Kills Cyclist
Read our letter to Mayor Chow and City Council following the preventable death of yet another cyclist in the GTA. Not one more!
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Dave Shellnutt
Jun 25, 20244 min read
New Toronto Collision Reporting Centre: A Cyclist's Guide
Toronto Police have opened a downtown Collision Reporting Centre. Read about what cyclists should be aware of.
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Dave Shellnutt
Jun 11, 20242 min read
Community Safety Alert - Hamilton Dundas Area - Motorist Stalking & Running Cyclists Off the Road
Motorist who ran a cyclist off the road continues to stalk and threaten people on bikes in the Hamilton Dundas Valley Area
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Dave Shellnutt
Jun 3, 20243 min read
MOTORIST WHO INTENTIONALLY RAN OVER CYCLIST GETS PLEA DEAL
A motorist who used his vehicle to run down a cyclist receives a plea deal while members of the cycling community ask why.
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Dave Shellnutt
May 30, 20242 min read
CAFÉTO: City of Toronto Blames Cyclist for Striking Illegal Patio
City of Toronto blames cyclist for colliding with an oversized CafeTO patio illegally installed for 3 years.
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Dave Shellnutt
Apr 12, 20245 min read
Doorings: A Cyclist's Guide
Doorings are one of the most unexpected and dangerous hazards we cyclists face. Our guide will prepare you if the unfortunate occurs.
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Dave Shellnutt
Feb 13, 20243 min read
Bike Lane Parking: Citizen Ticketing & Automated Enforcement
Should municipalities be exploring automated enforcement and citizen ticketing in the fight against bike lane parking?
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Dave Shellnutt
Dec 4, 20234 min read
Cyclists on Trial as Road Violence Rages
Prosecutor's Office drops charges against motorist who shatters cyclist's ankle but insists on trial for cyclists allegedly speeding.
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Dave Shellnutt
Nov 23, 20232 min read
Mercedes Benz Blocks Bike Lane
Our letter to Mercedes Benz about their use of a bike lane as a luxury automobile loading dock and the dangers that poses to cyclists.
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Joel Zanatta
Sep 13, 20234 min read
Bike Crashes & Concussions: A Discussion with Dr. Charles Tator
All too often concussions are misdiagnosed or ignored following a crash. Find out what steps you should if you hit your head in a crash.
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Dave Shellnutt
Jul 28, 20233 min read
Hit by a Car? How to Access Free Health Benefits & Lost Wages
Whether at fault or not, cyclists involved in a crash with a car are entitled to Accident Benefit insurance coverage.
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Dave Shellnutt
Jul 17, 20234 min read
Pedestrian Signals & Cyclists
What is the law around pedestrian head start signals and cyclists? Read more on if you can bike out ahead of motorists.
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Dave Shellnutt
Jul 5, 20234 min read
Construction vs Bikes – A Cyclist’s Guide to Navigating Dangerous Road Work
Construction and road work can create hazards for cyclists. Learn how to report these issues and protect yourself.
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Dave Shellnutt
Jun 29, 20234 min read
Construction Hazards & Cycling: Adelaide St. West, Toronto
Road construction is a major hazard for cyclists. Read our blog to learn how to report negligent construction and road works.
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