THE GREEN LINE GUIDE TO...
What to do
if you get hit by a car
A pedestrian crosses the street.
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JAMES WESTMAN
Humber journalism graduate. Existential threat tracker. Has explored every park and trail in Toronto, with a map to prove it. Believes Tommy Thompson Park is the city’s hidden gem.
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ANTHONY LIPPA-HARDY
Mississauga native currently studying journalism at Toronto Metropolitan University. Loves to explore different visual mediums to tell impactful stories that need to be seen.
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March 17, 2025
With files from Amartya Smaran.
What do you do if you get hit by a car?
First, of course, check if you have any injuries that need to be treated immediately, and seek medical attention.
Now, if you're looking for the steps to take legal action, there are a few things to keep in mind.
We asked David Shellnutt, a.k.a the Biking Lawyer, for his expert advice.
By now, you've probably heard about a clause in Bill 212 that essentially says that you can't sue the provincial government if you're injured on a road where bike lanes have been removed.
What does it mean for the resources and legal recourse available to you in case of injury? David explains in the video, below.
Do you want to learn more about road safety post-bike lanes? Check out our March Action Journey.
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