Frequently Asked Questions about Automobile Claims
What if the accident is my own fault?
Can I still make a claim?
How do I know if I have a claim?
I am worried about lawyer fees.
Can I make a claim?
If you are injured in an accident, you may have the right to make a claim against the person(s) who caused or contributed to your injury. Claims for damages and financial compensation can be made for injuries suffered in many situations and are often covered by insurance. These include:
- accidents involving cars, motorcycles, planes, boats, trains, snowmobiles, ATVs and other motorized vehicles including public transportation;
- slips and falls on public or private property;
- injuries caused by defective products;
- medical negligence;
- assaults.
What if the accident is my own fault?
Can I still make a claim?
Even if you are at fault for the accident and are injured in an automobile, snow-mobile, ATV, motorcycle or dirt bike accident, you may be entitled to certain benefits, usually paid by your own insurance company. Depending on the circumstances of the accident, you may also be entitled to benefits from other sources.
How do I know if I have a claim?
Determine if you have a claim. It is important to consult a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible because there are strict time limits and deadlines that must be met in order to avoid delays or disqualification from obtaining financial compensation. Our initial free consultation is the quickest and surest way to do this is to consult with one of our lawyers. You will find that the assistance of our experienced personal injury lawyers is informative and helpful as well as compassionate.
I am worried about lawyer fees.
Clients who have suffered serious injuries or illness are usually under great financial and emotional stress. We do not ask our clients, in the majority of matters, to provide any financial contribution. We receive payment only when your case is settled. At your free initial consultation, you will be fully informed by our lawyers about legal fees.
What about compensation?
In Ontario there is a special system for obtaining compensation related to motor vehicle accidents. Although quite complicated, our experienced professionals are extremely knowledgeable about the system and can help you obtain full and just compensation.
There are two sources of compensation available to you:
- Accident Benefits Claim
This is a claim against your own insurance company; or, the car insurance company of another vehicle involved in the accident.
> VIEW Accident Benefits Claims - Tort Claim
This is a claim against the at-fault driver.
> VIEW Tort Claims
We will advocate on your behalf to obtain maximum compensation.
