Every year, more than 4,200 people suffer spinal cord injuries in Canada, according to The Incidence and Prevalence of Spinal Cord Injury in Canada by the Rick Hansen Institute and Urban Futures. Nearly 1,800 of those are the result of traumatic spinal cord injury. The report estimates there are 85,556 people living with spinal cord … Continue reading “Overview of Spinal Cord Trauma Symptoms”
Previously, we discussed the Ontario Limitations Act and how it affects personal injury claims in Ontario. The statute of limitations is the time limit the government places on when you are able to file a claim. Each province has its own rules regarding statutes of limitation, and each type of claim (personal injury, breach of … Continue reading “Statute of Limitations for Car Accident Tort Claims in Ontario”
One in 10 people develops post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) at some point in their lives, according to the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). People may develop the condition after a major and sudden painful experience, such as a severe accident. Sustaining a life-changing or catastrophic injury can lead to a negative state of mind that … Continue reading “Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Stemming from a Serious Injury”
Ontario follows a strict liability rule when it comes to dog bite cases, making it a relatively straightforward process for dog bite victims. However, even though victims don’t have to prove the dog owner was negligent, the courts will still take a close look at whether or not the victim was partly responsible for the … Continue reading “Proving a Dog Bite Claim in Ontario”
The whole person impairment rating (WPI) refers to the system for calculating the extent of catastrophic injuries. It’s a complex system that some believe does not always represent the degree of a victim’s injury accurately. Below is a brief explanation of the system to keep in mind as you are applying for benefits based on … Continue reading “The Complexity of the Whole Person Impairment (WPI) Rating System”
All motorists in the province are required to hold mandatory insurance. All automobile insurance plans in Ontario are required to provide the coverage outlined in the provincial Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule. Therefore, injured survivors of motor vehicle collisions should be able to recover accident benefits to offset the cost of injury-related expenses. However, insurance providers … Continue reading “Denied Accident Benefits: Can I Dispute this Decision?”
Accident Benefits are one of the most vital financial resources at the disposal of car accident victims in Ontario. Amendments to the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule impact your ability to collect certain benefits and how those benefits are calculated. Several new amendments went into effect on February 1, 2014, and further diminish your accident benefits … Continue reading “2014 Amendments to the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule”
The Ontario Insurance Act’s Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule provides you with certain monetary rights after an auto accident in Ontario. Unfortunately, this does not guarantee you will receive sufficient damages to fully address your accident injuries and medical expenses. The insurance company may deny a claim altogether or undervalue or misclassify an injury. These factors … Continue reading “How Does a Car Accident Lawyer Get Compensation for My Injureis?”
