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Injured on the TTC? Here\u2019s How to Handle Public Transportation Accidents<\/h2>\n

For many of us that live in the GTA, taking the TTC is essential to get back and forth in the busy city. Unfortunately, this also puts us at risk for public transportation accidents.<\/p>\n

Millions of people<\/a> in Toronto step onto TTC vehicles every year. From getting to work to buying groceries or meeting friends, every day we rely on public transportation.<\/p>\n

However, when you swipe your metrocard, you don\u2019t think about the possibility that you\u2019re putting your life in someone else\u2019s hands.<\/p>\n

We can\u2019t predict accidents, especially when we\u2019re not at the wheel. But they happen. Your best defence is to be fully prepared and know what to do if this unfortunate situation happens to you.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve suffered a public transportation accident, you do have options. It\u2019s time to get answers. Here\u2019s the information you need to sue for negligence.<\/p>\n

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For many of us that live in the GTA, taking the TTC is essential to get back and forth in the busy city.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Can You Sue Public Transportation?<\/h3>\n

The question of your rights to sue public transportation depend on the circumstances of your case and the extent of your injury.<\/p>\n

Every Ontario resident owes a duty of care<\/a> to their fellow citizens. That means that we\u2019re expected to ensure that we don\u2019t put others in danger.<\/p>\n

Bus, streetcar, and subway drivers are also expected to uphold this same standard to riders who enter their vehicles. When they fail to do so, they are negligent.<\/p>\n

The Toronto municipal government owns and operates the TTC. Anytime you want to sue a government organization<\/a>, things can get a little tricky.<\/p>\n

You have to go through insurance companies, liability contracts, and policies that are put in place to protect those organizations. These companies often have top officials and representatives behind them to build support against you.<\/p>\n

But you don\u2019t need to give up. It\u2019s possibly to sue public transportation. You just need to make sure you\u2019re well prepared and have the best personal injury lawyer<\/a> on your side.<\/p>\n

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Every Ontario resident owes a duty of care to their fellow citizens. That means that we\u2019re expected to ensure that we don\u2019t put others in danger.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

City Bus Accident Settlements- and Other Options<\/h3>\n

There are certain circumstances under which you can make a city bus accident settlement. Ontario legislation has set out certain requirements and conditions you have to meet to bring your case to court.<\/p>\n

You might have heard of the \u201cno crash, no cash\u201d law.<\/p>\n

Under Bill 173, the Better Tomorrow for Ontario Act<\/a>, victims of a public transportation injury are only entitled to statutory accident benefits if the accident was a collision.<\/p>\n

In other words, you can only sue public transportation if the bus, train, or subway actually hit an object or another vehicle.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not impossible to get a settlement if you\u2019ve suffered a serious injury from a TTC road accident. You essentially need to prove that your injuries came from this collision and keep enough evidence to back up your claim.<\/p>\n

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Under Bill 173, the Better Tomorrow for Ontario Act, victims of a public transportation injury are only entitled to statutory accident benefits if the accident was a collision.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

TTC Personal Injury Claims<\/h3>\n

In Ontario, the TTC isn\u2019t a stranger to personal injury claims and accident settlements. There have been many reported incidents from Toronto\u2019s transportation system in the past.<\/p>\n

Between 2009 and 2014, there were 18,000 crashes involving TTC streetcars<\/a> and buses.<\/p>\n

While the commission reported that these vehicles cover millions of kilometres every year, a portion of these accidents were classified as preventable. Specifically, 30% were preventable accidents<\/a>.<\/p>\n

30% is too high of a number to overlook. Some of these accidents were caused by the drivers\u2019 negligence. When someone is negligent, they need to be held responsible for their actions.<\/p>\n

For example, in 2012, a woman died in a bus crash<\/a> near Don Mills Road. She was riding the bus when it collided into the back of a truck. It was determined that the bus driver had been under the influence of marijuana while driving. Her family sued the TTC for $4 million.<\/p>\n

Victims of public transportation accidents can sue for damages such as pain and suffering, medical costs, loss of income from missed work, and caregiver costs. If the victim was killed, the family can sue for funeral costs and other damages on behalf of the deceased.<\/p>\n

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Between 2009 and 2014, there were 18,000 crashes involving TTC streetcars and buses.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

What You\u2019ll Need to Win<\/h3>\n

Here\u2019s the important part- knowing what you need for a successful personal injury claim<\/a>.<\/p>\n

You know you\u2019ve been hurt and you know it\u2019s someone\u2019s fault. However, the burden of proof falls on you when you sue someone.<\/p>\n

Make sure you\u2019re prepared by collecting enough evidence for a solid case.<\/p>\n

You\u2019re going to be in shock when the accident happens. But it\u2019s important to try to record what you can as soon as possible while your memory is still fresh.<\/p>\n

Try to obtain as much evidence as you can. You’ll want to keep the following items:<\/p>\n