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Were you injured in a car accident caused by a negligent driver? If so, you might be entitled to compensation.
According to the province’s Highway Traffic Act, anyone who operates a motor vehicle in Ontario is required to do so with a reasonable degree of caution and in consideration of other road users’ safety. Essentially, all drivers owe a duty of care to:
- Other motorists
- Their passengers
- Motorcycle riders
- CyclistsÂ
- Pedestrians
- And other road users
Traffic laws exist in order to reduce the injurious or fatal collisions on the province’s roads and highways. Unfortunately, according to a recent report released by the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, there were nearly 24,000 injurious or fatal motor vehicle collisions in just one year.Â
If a driver’s violation of a traffic law causes an accident in which another driver sustains injuries, the at-fault motorist might be considered negligent. In these situations, the negligent driver might be responsible for compensating accident victims for damages they have incurred as a result of the injuries they have sustained.Â
Car accidents can have severe repercussions for injured survivors. In addition to sustaining severe physical injuries and potentially developing debilitating mental health issues, injured car accident victims often incur substantial financial losses. These typically include:
- Medical expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Attendant care
- PhysiotherapyÂ
- Mobility aids, assistive medical equipment
- Prescriptions
- Home modifications to accommodate newly acquired disabilitiesÂ
- Ambulance services
- Mileage expenses to and from medical appointments
- Housekeeping services
- Psychological counseling
- And possibly moreÂ
Although the survivors of motor vehicle collisions should be entitled to recover insurance coverage in accordance with the province’s Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS), depending on the severity of the injuries they have sustained, the accident benefits to which they might be entitled may not cover their total monetary losses. Available automobile insurance may simply be insufficient to pay for all the damages injured car crash survivors have incurred.
That is why, if you were injured in a motor vehicle collision, taking advantage of a free initial consultation with our North Bay car accident lawyers could be advantageous. At Preszler Injury Lawyers, we believe that no one should suffer the consequences of a negligent driver’s mistakes. Our car accident lawyers serving North Bay are committed to helping the clients we represent pursue the maximum amount of damages to which they might be entitled.Â
To learn more about how our North Bay car accident lawyers may be able to help you, call 1-800-JUSTICE and schedule your free initial consultation.
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During a cost-free, no-obligation first meeting with our car accident lawyers serving North Bay, you will have the opportunity to review the details of your accident, discuss the impact your injuries have had on your life, ask important questions, and receive the benefit of personalized legal advice tailored to the specific facts of your case.Â
To learn whether you might be eligible to file a civil claim against the at-fault driver whose negligence behind the wheel caused you to sustain injuries, contact Preszler Injury Lawyers today.
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Download Our "Car Accident Lawsuits in Ontario" E-Book
Here’s an e-book you might find useful if you’re interested in learning more about how car accident claims work.
This guide to car accident lawsuits in Ontario will help you:
- Understand your rights after a car accident in Ontario
- Learn how and when to file a lawsuit against an at-fault driver
- Explore the types of damages you can pursue, including pain and suffering, loss of income, medical expenses, and more
- Identify the key steps in a car accident claim
- Know what kind of evidence to collect to strengthen your claim
- Understand how limitation periods and other legal deadlines will affect your claim
- Discover how a personal injury lawyer can help you on your legal journey to compensation
- And more
Download Our "Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule" E-Book
Here’s an e-book you might find useful if you’re interested in learning more about how accident benefit claims work.
In this ebook, you’ll learn about:
- How to apply for Accident Benefits
- Eligibility requirements for Accident Benefits
- Benefits and compensation available to workers and non-earners
- Benefits and compensation for caregivers of injured individuals
- Benefits available for medical and rehabilitation expenses
- Benefits available for death and funeral expenses
- The difference between minor injuries and catastrophic impairment injuries
- How a motor vehicle accident lawyer can help you ensure you receive all of the compensation you’re entitled to through SABS
- And more
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Here are some commonly asked questions for car accident claims
How soon after an accident can I start receiving loss of income benefits?
Loss of income benefits are typically paid to injured victims of motor vehicle accidents once their claim has been approved by their auto insurance provider. To receive these benefits, you may be required to provide your insurer with documentation from your employer, physicians, and other medical experts stating that your injuries prevent you from working. You will not be granted loss of income benefits for any wages lost during the first 7 days after the injury-causing collision, however you may be eligible to claim lost income for missed working days after that time limitation has elapsed.
What happens if my injuries meet the threshold of catastrophic impairment?
If your injuries meet the threshold of catastrophic impairment, you may be entitled to additional benefits such as increased medical and rehabilitation benefits, attendant care benefits, and housekeeping and home maintenance benefits.
Do my family members have the right to sue the at-fault driver?
Close family members of a person who has been injured or killed in a motor vehicle accident may be able to sue the at-fault driver for their own losses such as loss of care, guidance, and companionship.
How much money can I receive to cover lost wages before and after trial?
The amount of income replacement benefits you can receive will depend on your pre-accident income, but typically these benefits can cover up to 70% of your gross income before the accident, up to a maximum of $400 per week. If you pursue a civil claim against the at-fault driver whose negligence caused your collision, you may be able to recover 100% of your gross income loss and earning capacity after the trial.
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