Just because you suffered an injury in an accident does not mean you are entitled to file a personal injury claim. You must be able to prove that the defendant is responsible for the accident and your injuries, which can be difficult in some cases. Elements of Negligence Most personal injury claims require proving these … Continue reading “Elements of An Injury Claim”
If another person caused your accident, it is important to visit a doctor even if you do not feel hurt. Failing to seek medical attention could lead to legal complications down the road and end up negatively impacting your injury claim. Impact on a Claim An accident can cause a release of adrenaline for those … Continue reading “Importance of Seeking Medical Attention Following An Accident in Toronto”
There is no legal requirement to hire a lawyer in order to commence a legal action. You are entitled to file and negotiate your personal injury claim on your own without legal counsel or representation. But choosing to hire a personal injury lawyer may have several important benefits. Relieve the Burden of Filing a Claim … Continue reading “Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer”
Given our proximity to the United States, the prevalence of American media in popular culture, and the relative infrequency with which most people interact with the courts, it comes as no surprise that some Ontarians are more familiar with American legal concepts than local ones. But personal injury cases in the United States differ significantly … Continue reading “4 Differences Between Personal Injury Cases in Ontario and the United States”
In late 2010, the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA), which regulates auto insurance, released the Minor Injury Guideline (MIG), updating it in 2011. MIG provided detailed rules for the treatment of “minor injuries” resulting from auto accidents. It also set a limit of $3,500 on the amount of benefits available for medical and … Continue reading “What Will the Common Traffic Injury Guideline Mean for Ontario Auto Insurance?”
Juries introduce a series of inefficiencies to our justice system. Those inefficiencies mean trials take longer and cost more than they would otherwise. Eliminating juries from civil trials would lead to significant savings in litigation costs, both to the parties and to the courts, and these savings could put downward pressure on insurance premiums. The … Continue reading “Why Jury Trials Should Be Removed from Personal Injury Cases”
When a person is involved in an auto accident in Ontario, his or her first thought will typically be to the immediate needs of medical care, vehicle repair, and possibly the need for a temporary auto replacement. Once these immediate concerns have been tended to, accident victims often want to know: How will this accident … Continue reading “Will Your Auto Accident Impact Your Car Insurance Rates in Ontario?”
You’ve probably heard of the word “damages,” in the legal sense, but what does it mean? Damages is in reference to the amount of money awarded in a lawsuit to help a person recover from their injuries, offsetting the losses and suffering caused by someone else’s negligence or fault. Damages in a personal injury lawsuit … Continue reading “For What Types of Damages Can I File a Claim?”
