Archives for July 2015
Pokémon Go GPS Game May Increase Personal-Injury Accidents
It’s a craze that has taken over the streets for those young and old. Whether you embrace it or not, the Pokémon Go GPS game may increase your risk of personal-injury accidents. This game...
Read Full PostNew Distracted Driving Penalties in BC
Today, BC Transportation Minister Todd Stone announced stiffer distracted driving penalties for anyone caught with a phone or device in hand. According to Vancouver Police, 1600 distracted driving tickets were issued in Vancouver in...
Read Full PostDistracted Driving Is a Leading Cause of Car Accidents
CTV News reports that Ontario has recently implemented stricter distracted driving fines, now at $490. New rules have also been implemented to protect cyclists, students and tow truck drivers. These go into effect on Tuesday...
Read Full PostPublic Consultation On Distracted Driving Open Until July 16
Recently Suzanne Anton, BC’s Attorney General, launched a four-week public consultation regarding the penalties for distracted driving. Even though the government took steps in the fall of 2014 to curb distracted driving, the increase...
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