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If you have sustained injuries in an accident, you might be entitled to pursue legal action to recover compensation for financial losses you have incurred as a result. This compensation might help to cover:
- Medical bills
- Ambulance services
- Travel expenses to and from medical appointments
- Ongoing physiotherapy
- Prescription medication
- Modifications to a home, in order to accommodate newly acquired disabilities
- Mobility aids and assistive medical equipment
- Housekeeping services
- Attendant care
- Psychological counselling
- Wages lost due to missed work
- Reductions in future earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- And possibly more
Our team of Rockland personal injury lawyers are dedicated to providing honest, transparent, highly communicative legal services to our clients. Over the past six decades, Preszler Injury Lawyers has helped injured accident victims recover the fair and legal compensation they are owed. We offer free, no-obligation initial consultations and do not charge our clients legal fees unless we win the case.
If you have been injured in an accident and would like to know more about what options may be available to you, speak with our Rockland personal injury lawyers today. Contact us online or by phone at 1-800-JUSTICE and set up your free initial consultation today.
Kinds of Accidents
With a combined experience that spans over 60 years, our legal team at Preszler Injury Lawyers provides pivotal legal support to individuals who have sustained injuries in a range of traumatic incidents and accidents. Examples include:
- Truck accidents
- Car accidents
- Boating accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Snowmobile accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Sexual Assault
- Sexual Abuse
- E-Bike and e-scooter accidents
- Slip and fall accidents
- ATV accidents
- And more
Each case is unique, and the circumstances of any given traumatic event may vary vastly, but one common factor typically underpins them: the negligence of another party. When another person or group of people fails to take reasonable precautions to consider and protect the safety of others, and instead engages in dangerous behaviour that causes an injurious accident, the at-fault party may be considered negligent, and therefore liable for damages their accident victims have incurred as a result.
Who Is Eligible to Pursue a Personal Injury Claim?
In Canada, many people owe others a duty of care. Operators of motor vehicles, skilled professionals, product manufacturers, and owners and occupiers of property, as well as many other individuals and organizations, have a legal duty to take reasonable precautions to protect the physical safety of others. Drivers on Ontario highways, for example, owe their fellow road users a duty of care to obey the laws set out by the Highway Traffic Act. This includes such safety measures as obeying speed limits and road signs, as well as driving while sober.
In order to prove that you have been injured as a result of somebody else’s failure to uphold their duty of care, our Rockland personal injury lawyers may be required to provide evidence that includes the following:
- That the at-fault party owed you a duty of care
- That the at-fault party breached that duty of care through negligent action or inaction
- That you sustained compensable injuries as a result of the at-fault party’s negligence
- That, as a result of your injuries, you have incurred financial losses
Examples of evidence that may help to prove the at-fault party’s negligence causing your accident may include:
- Video surveillance footage
- Eyewitness testimonies
- Evaluations from medical experts
- Photos of the accident scene
- Police reports
- Medical reports
- And more
How is the Value of a Personal Injury Claim Determined?
One person’s negligent action or omission can forever alter the lives of injured accident victims. In the moment it takes for a distracted driver to check their incoming text messages, a life may be lost. Rockland traumatic accidents can have catastrophic or fatal consequences. An array of accidents may lead to serious injuries that require medical attention and/or hospitalization, as well as ongoing physiotherapy and other forms of medical care, which often come with a cost.
Common injuries sustained in Rockland accidents include:
- Broken or fractured bones
- Strains and sprains
- Cuts and lacerations
- Facial and dental injuries
- Musculoskeletal injuries
- Neck and back injuries
- Internal organ damage
- Spinal cord injuries
- Paralysis
- Amputations
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Concussions
- And more
The journey of recovery after sustaining serious injuries in a traumatic accident can be challenging, expensive, and long. It is not uncommon for injured accident victims to have to take time away from work in order to give themselves time to heal. This may mean facing a significant reduction in income at the same time as increased expenses and other financial losses related to one’s injuries begin to accumulate.
In some cases, depending on the severity of the injuries, an accident victim may no longer be able to continue working in their current field. At times, injuries are so severe that an individual may lose the ability to sustain any future employment whatsoever. In either case, individuals may see not only a temporary loss of wages, but a severe reduction in future earning potential.
Our Rockland personal injury lawyers believe that no one should have to shoulder the financial consequences of another person’s negligence. Contact us today to discuss the specifics of your case and see how Preszler Injury Lawyers may be able to help you.
Contact Our Rockland Personal Injury Lawyers Today
Our team at Preszler Injury Lawyers is dedicated to providing our clients with compassionate, transparent, detail-oriented service. We work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning we do not charge our clients out-of-pocket for upfront fees. Our Rockland personal injury lawyers do not get paid unless you recover compensation.
Each individual case is different, and we would be happy to listen to your story in a free initial consultation to determine whether compensation might be available to you. Contact us to speak with our Rockland personal injury lawyers today.
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Download Our "Slip and Fall Lawsuits in Ontario" E-Book
Here’s an e-book you might find useful if you’re interested in learning more about how personal injury claims work.
This ebook will:
- Provide you with a solid foundation for understanding your rights and obligations as an injury victim
- Help you understand the nature of Slip and Fall accidents and injuries, including the Occupiers’ Liability Act in Ontario
- Teach you how to hold a property owner accountable for your injuries
- Explain the evidence you’ll need to support your case
- Demonstrate how you can strengthen and protect your claim
- Describe how to find the right lawyer for your case
- Clarify how a lawyer can help you hold negligent parties liable for their actions
- And more
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
More personal injury Video Resources
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personal injury FAQs
Here are some commonly asked questions for personal injury claims
What does a lawsuit look like?
Every personal injury lawsuit is generally comprised of five main parts. The length of time each part takes can vary depending on the complexity of your case. Your lawyer will help you through each stage by providing tailored advice and strong legal representation.
You can expect:
- Statement of Claim: This is a formal document that initiates the personal injury claim against the at-fault party (or individual you are suing).
- Examination for Discovery: This is a meeting where you and your lawyer will ask the opposing party questions about the claim, the accident, fault, and anything else that is deemed relevant. The opposing party will also have the opportunity to ask you questions.
- Gathering of Evidence: Your legal team will gather a variety of evidence on your behalf to strengthen your claim. This might include medical records, police reports, images from the accident scene, witness testimony, expert opinions, and more.
- Mediation: If you would like to attempt to settle without going to trial, you will likely undertake mediation. Mediation involves you and the opposing party negotiating the terms of your settlement with the assistance of a neutral third party.
- Trial: If you are unable to reach a settlement during mediation, your claim will proceed to trial. During trial, your lawyer will present your case and the evidence they have gathered before a judge (and sometimes a jury). Once complete, the judge will decide the final amount of compensation you’re entitled to.
It’s important to note that a majority of personal injury claims are settled through mediation, out of court. Our Toronto personal injury lawyers help guide clients through each of these stages, so they don’t have to navigate the legal complexities alone.
How much will I have to pay for lawyers’ fees?
Our personal injury lawyers work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning we only get paid if you win your case. A percentage of the settlement you receive will go towards lawyers’ fees. There are no upfront, out-of-pocket payments required.
What type of compensation can I expect to get?
When you’re injured in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, there are many different types of compensation you may be eligible to receive. The amount and kind will depend on the severity of your injury and the specifics of your case.
Common damages you might claim include:
- Pain and suffering
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Loss of income
- Housekeeping losses
- Medical costs
- Legal costs
- And more
Our experienced Toronto personal injury attorneys will help maximize what you can recover by exploring your case and eligibility in depth. We aim to ensure that the compensation you receive reflects not only your current suffering, but the lifelong effects that your accident may have in the future.
When can I sue for non-pecuniary general damages (e.g. pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, etc.)?
In Ontario, you can sue for non-pecuniary damages if you have suffered a permanent and serious impairment of an important physical, mental, or psychological function, or permanent, serious disfigurement. This is known as the “threshold.” If you meet this threshold, you can sue for general damages such as pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and other similar losses.
How long will it take to settle my case?
The length of time it takes to settle a case depends on several factors, including the complexity of the case, the extent of your injuries, and whether the other parties involved are willing to settle. Some cases can be settled in a few months, while others can take years.
How long will the process take?
The length of time a personal injury claim can take varies widely according to the specifics of your case. While some cases settle in a matter of months, some can take anywhere from two to four years.
Some factors that affect the duration of personal injury claims include:
- Complexity of your injuries
- Each party’s willingness to settle
- Whether a claim goes to court
- Insurance company cooperation
- Availability of evidence
- And more
When liability is clear or injuries/damages are more clearly documented, cases may move faster. A personal injury lawyer will make sure the process keeps moving, although sometimes delays (like court backlogs) are unavoidable. Seeking personal injury legal advice early may help you streamline your timeline.
How long do I have to sue?
In Ontario, generally speaking you have two years from the date of your injury-causing accident to file a claim. However, based on the circumstances of your individual case, this timeline could be subject to additional limitations.
Do I have a strong case?
After taking advantage of a free initial consultation with our personal injury lawyers, the strength of your case can be evaluated based on the evidence available and the specific circumstances of your accident. Our personal injury lawyers offer case-specific legal feedback to help you understand the strengths and weaknesses of your case and advise you on legal options that might be available.
Got more questions?
If you have more questions or need legal help regarding personal injury claims, contact our legal team for help.
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