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E-Cargo Bikes, E-Bikes & the Law: Passengers on Electric Bikes
E-Bikes and E-Cargo Bikes are a fantastic way to move people, but you may have to be 16 to ride as a passenger.

Dave Shellnutt
Oct 297 min read


Hit and Run Accidents: Pedestrians, Cyclists Know Your Rights!
Hit and runs are a sad reality for cyclists in Ontario. If tragedy strikes, we can help. You are still able to access support.

Dave Shellnutt
Oct 205 min read


Bike Accidents and the Value of Garmin/Strava Ride Data
Tracking your rides can provide critical crash information, prove fault, and help in a lawsuit!

Dave Shellnutt
Aug 54 min read


E-Scooter Accidents on the Rise
With a growing number of people being injured on e-scooters, we want you to know your rights and responsibilities on the road.

Dave Shellnutt
Jul 214 min read


Bike Accident Benefits - Catastrophic Impairment
Recently, The Biking lawyer LLP won up to $1M in care for psychological trauma stemming from a bike crash.

Dave Shellnutt
May 124 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.

Dave Shellnutt
Jan 204 min read


Reporting Road Violence - A Cyclist's Guide
The Biking Lawyer LLP guide for cyclists to report dangerous drivers and road violence.

Dave Shellnutt
Oct 26, 20243 min read


Ontario vs Bike Lanes
Doug Ford and his cronies attack bike lanes for political gain instead of address issues of critical importance to Ontarians.

Dave Shellnutt
Oct 15, 20245 min read


High Park & Wasted Police Resources
Police hanging out in High Park to harass cyclists runs contrary to their own data showing where serious collisions occur and is wasteful.

Dave Shellnutt
Aug 29, 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.

Dave Shellnutt
Aug 13, 20244 min read


Toronto Police Fail Duty to Cyclist
Toronto Police misunderstand the legal definition of a motor vehicle accident to the harm of cyclists.

Dave Shellnutt
Sep 7, 20235 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.

Dave Shellnutt
Jul 28, 20233 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.

Dave Shellnutt
Jul 17, 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.

Dave Shellnutt
Jun 29, 20234 min read


Clear those Snowy Bike Lanes!
Municipalities must prioritize keeping bike lanes safe, clear and rideable year-round.

Dave Shellnutt
Dec 15, 20224 min read


Bike Commuting - Safety Tips
This week in our bike commuting series we give you our top ten tips to reduce the risk of accident or injury while riding to work.

Joel Zanatta
May 10, 20225 min read


Bike Commuting to Work - Equipment and Beginner Tips
There are so many reasons to use your bike to get to and from work. No gasoline, no parking issues, no pollution and no more need to spend

Joel Zanatta
Apr 12, 20224 min read


A Law Firm for Cyclists!
The Biking Lawyer LLP was founded by Dave Shellnutt and Joel Zanatta, two lawyers with a shared passion for bikes.
The Biking Lawyer Team
Mar 2, 20223 min read


It's Always the Car's Fault
When a crash occurs between a car and a cyclist by law a car driver is presumed to be at fault for civil law compensation claims.

Dave Shellnutt
Sep 8, 20214 min read

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