The effects of an accident can be devastating. It can be incredibly difficult and complicated to deal with legal issues while trying to concentrate on your physical and emotional well-being. In these difficult circumstances, you need to focus on getting healthier while exercising your rights and ensuring that you and your family are financially secure at the same time.
Generally, most folks don’t know what to ask a personal injury lawyer. Our knowledgeable personal injury lawyer will take the time to explain your rights and alternatives to you thoroughly. Even if an injury results from someone else’s carelessness, there is no guilt in admitting that it happened. Even if another party is partially responsible for your pain, a personal injury lawyer can help you get the compensation you deserve.
Personal Injury FAQs– Answered
Most people are unaware of their rights and how they can go about dealing with a personal injury case. We have rounded up some of the frequently asked questions about personal injury claims in Canada to help you get more acquainted with the facts in case something happens.
1. What is the personal injury law in Canada?
In Canada, the Law of Torts includes personal injury cases. A tort is a legally sanctioned wrongdoing that can be used as grounds for a lawsuit. These wrongs or torts cause harm or injury to the victim, who then brings a lawsuit against the responsible person. An individual may file a personal injury lawsuit if they suffer physical, psychological, or material damage due to the accident. Compensation for pain and suffering, lost wages, medical bills, housekeeping and home upkeep, as well as other types of damages, is available to those who have been wounded.
Whatever the cause of your injury, you may be entitled to compensation for your suffering. Consult a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible, not only because you have a limited amount of time to file a claim (statutes of limitations) but also because the sooner you hire a lawyer, the sooner your claim may be explored. While everyone’s memories of your injuries are still fresh, a lawyer can gather important facts, interview witnesses, and obtain statements.
2. What to do after suffering an injury?
When deciding to file a lawsuit following an accident, consider the severity of your injuries and the impact they have on your life. Claims must typically be filed, or notices must be served within a specific time window. As soon as possible following an accident or insurance refusal, it’s a good idea to get in touch with a lawyer.
3. Do you need to hire a lawyer when dealing with an insurance company?
You do not have to use a lawyer when negotiating with an insurance provider, but doing so puts you at a significant disadvantage. Insurance companies use experienced adjusters who work for the company’s benefit, not you. They may pretend to want to help you, but their primary goal is to save the insurer money. The real worth of your claim in the event of an injury would not be known unless you had legal counsel. Retaining a lawyer has the potential to increase your settlement significantly.
4. How long can my personal injury claim case take?
Every case is unique, and litigation might take a long time. All personal injury cases go through the following stages:
- Within two years of the date of the incident, you must file a lawsuit (issue a Statement of Claim).
- Within a year of the start of a case, there are usually examinations for discovery.
- Mediation: This usually takes place within a year of the discovery examinations.
- Within a year of the Mediation, there may be a Pre-Trial Conference.
- Depending on when the lawsuit was filed, it could take three to five years before a trial is held.
Settlement of a claim can take place at any point in this timeframe.
5. Would my personal injury case go to court?
Most of the time, personal injury cases are settled and resolved outside of court. When there is a dispute over liability or the insurer refuses to pay a reasonable settlement, only then is there a chance that the case would go to trial to ensure you are getting what you deserve.
6. How much would it cost for a personal injury claim case?
We at Nanda & Associate Lawyers know how stressful it may be to deal with payments and fees while you are suffering from an injury. That is why we use a contingency fee arrangement that allows us to reduce the stress of legal costs. Unless we successfully obtain a settlement or judgment on your behalf, you will not be responsible for any fees, disbursements, or taxes. We are confident that we can successfully represent you and get financial compensation for your case that we will completely let go of our fees if no money is recovered.
In this way, you may rest assured that your account will be simple, straightforward, and predictable because the contingency charge is based on a proportion of the money you collect. The precise proportion varies according to the specifics of your case. To avoid any misunderstandings or hidden fees, we will address the contingency fee at the beginning of your case and make it clear in our Retainer Agreement with you.
Hire an Experienced Consultant
Resolving an insurance claim and getting fair reimbursement may not be an easy feat. Don’t forget to get the support of competent lawyers when pursuing your claim. Unless you’ve spoken to your lawyer first, you should avoid speaking to any insurance company representatives.
Contact Nanda and Associate Lawyers if you seek consultation for personal injury lawyers in Mississauga. We represent clients in personal injury, civil litigation, immigration, real estate, family law matters, among others. Our Canadian immigration consultants have been rated as one of the best – and we take pride in giving a 100% to all our clients to make sure you are giving your case in the right hands.
Please book your free consultation with our personal injury lawyers today.
Disclaimer: This article is only intended for educational purposes and shouldn’t be used as a substitute for legal advice.
