Newfoundland Slip and Fall Laws

What to do if someone gets injured on your property Under provincial laws, property owners and occupiers in Newfoundland and Labrador have a legal obligation to ensure that their property is reasonably safe for visitors. Unlike other provinces, Newfoundland and Labrador do not have an Occupier Liability act. Instead, the courts rely on the province’s … Read more

Newfoundland Hit and Run Laws

Under provincial laws, failure to remain at the scene of an accident in Newfoundland is punishable by a $450 fine or up to 15 days in jail. A hit and run driver will also face additional fines and possible jail time for failing to render assistance, exchange information, and failing to report. Under the Canadian … Read more