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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.
Dave Shellnutt
Dec 4, 20234 min read
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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.
Dave Shellnutt
Nov 23, 20232 min read
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The Power of Community
Since June 2020, 524 volunteer cyclists delivered 10,963 boxes of produce over 45,600kms to our neighbours in need.
Dave Shellnutt
Oct 25, 20233 min read
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Get Ready for Fall Cycling
Our team at The Biking Lawyer LLP are committed to year round cycling. No matter what the weather has in store for us, we adapt. That...
Joel Zanatta
Oct 10, 20234 min read
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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.
Joel Zanatta
Sep 13, 20234 min read
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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
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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
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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
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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.
Dave Shellnutt
Jul 5, 20234 min read
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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
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The Biking Lawyer Cyclist Crash Guide
The Biking Lawyer LLP Cyclist Crash Guide provides key tips to remember if the unfortunate occurs and you're involved in a crash.
Dave Shellnutt
Jun 20, 20233 min read
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Cycling & Police Guide
For the safety of our community, we are putting a warning out to cyclists and offering a guide to help navigate interactions with police.
Dave Shellnutt
May 10, 20234 min read
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Targeting Food Delivery Couriers Will Not Keep Pedestrians Safe
We must focus our efforts on the root causes of sidewalk cycling, poor infrastructure and corporate profit driving dangerous cycling habits
Dave Shellnutt
May 8, 20233 min read
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Toronto Police Ticket National Team Cyclist in Empty Park for Idaho Stop
Toronto Police stalk and ticketCanadian National Team Cyclist in High Park.
Dave Shellnutt
Apr 20, 20233 min read
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Back on the Bike - Spring Ride Guide
Read our guide to find out how to prepare your bike and body for spring cycling.
Joel Zanatta
Apr 14, 20233 min read
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UBER vs Cyclists: Inadequate training puts Cyclists at Risk - An Update
Ride Share drivers are now required to undergo training, but will it be enough to save cyclists from injury?
Dave Shellnutt
Mar 30, 20234 min read
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What do I do if a motorist wrecks my bike? And what is the value of my property loss?
Advice on property loss and bicycle replacement after a crash with a motor vehicle.
Joel Zanatta
Mar 21, 20234 min read
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The Biking Lawyer Hamilton
We are excited to announce the official launch of our Biking Lawyer LLP Hamilton office!
Dave Shellnutt
Feb 28, 20232 min read
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Contributory Negligence & Cyclists
If a driver can prove that a cyclist was to an extent liable for the crash, the cyclist will be found contributorily negligent.
Dave Shellnutt
Feb 8, 20234 min read
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Vehicular Assault/Road Violence
Motorist weaponizing vehicle against cyclist met with lackluster police response.
Dave Shellnutt
Jan 31, 20232 min read
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