St. Catharines Snowmobile Accident Lawyer

Snowmobiling is a fun pass time for many Canadians in St. Catherines. For some people in the colder regions in Canada, this is used as a form of transportation. Unfortunately, snowmobile accidents happen, there are several causes and why they happen, sometimes it's natural causes, and frequently, it's the negligence of another driver.    

Snowmobiles are heavy machinery and drive at very high speeds making the impact of an accident severe and even life-threatening to the driver and the passengers involved. If you or someone you know has been involved in a snowmobile accident, the team at Findlay Personal Injury Lawyer has hands-on experience and will work with you on your case to ensure you get the compensation you're entitled to.   

Common injuries associated with snowmobile accidents are:  

• Head injuries such as concussions, cuts, or bruises  
• Fractured bones  
• Organ damage   
• Internal bleeding  
• Muscle strains  

Snowmobile accidents happen; however, there are things you can do to avoid being involved in an accident. Many accidents happen due to negligent behaviour but can be caused due to improper maintenance and manufacturer errors as well.  

It is important to plan and ensure that the trails you plan to travel on have been maintained, along with ensuring you have the appropriate equipment for nighttime operation. Give the snowmobile a look over before you drive to make sure there are no defective parts or anything poorly maintained that needs some maintenance before operating.  

Snowmobile Safety Tips:  

• Do not operate the snowmobile under the influence   
• Stay alert while driving  
• Avoid driving in poor weather conditions   
• Avoid travelling over frozen rivers   
• Travel with others  

In Ontario, it is required by law that snowmobiles are to be insured like other vehicles that operate on roads. Snow vehicles have remarkably similar auto insurance policies making injury claims possible. The team at Findlay Personal Injury Lawyer can help ensure victims of snowmobile accidents are compensated.   

People in St. Catharines Ontario, are often surprised to find out that their car insurance policy applies after they have been involved in a snowmobile accident to assist in paying for medical and rehab expenses that are not covered by OHIP. An experienced lawyer at Findlay Personal Injury Lawyers will help you gain access to the compensation you are entitled to too.   

Whether you were the driver of the snowmobile or the passenger, if the driver responsible for the accident is found to be intoxicated or guilty of speeding, you may be entitled to compensation. Types of losses experienced by victims of snowmobile accidents:  

• Pain and suffering  
• Loss of wages  
• Medical expenses  
• Rehabilitation therapy   
• Therapy  
• Medical equipment   

Victims can claim compensation for any losses caused by the snowmobile accident from their own insurance provider through no fault insurance or the driver responsible for causing the accident. The team at Findlay Personal Injury Lawyers has hands-on experience with snowmobile accidents and can ensure all parties wrongfully involved will have access to compensation. Contact us today to get started on your claim.  

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