If a pedestrian has been hit by a car, that same man or woman may be able to sue either the driver or the municipality in which the accident happened. (more…)
Month: November 2017
Responsibilities You Assume After Filing A Long Term Disability Claim
This blog pertains to the responsibilities placed on a resident of Canada, if he or she has chosen to file a long term disability claim. If you are such a resident, then you must show the contacted insurance company that you plan to work closely with the physician that will be treating your particular medical problem. The company’s expectations arise from the fact that it will be paying the expected benefits. (more…)
Comparing A Benefit Claim And A Tort Claim
The terms “tort claim” and “benefit claim” may sound vaguely familiar to a resident of the United States, but the two terms hold more meaning for a resident of Canada. Both of them pertain to elements of Canadian law. According to Canadian law, each personal injury claim falls into one of two different categories. (more…)
Consequences of Distracted Driving In Canada
There is a problem with too many drivers driving distracted in Canada. The Canadian Auto Association (CAA) says that’s more than 60 percent of almost crashes are caused by some form of driver inattention. Distracted driving is responsible for 80 percent of collisions, according to CAA. (more…)
What Are The Fees of Personal Injury Lawyers?
Hiring a lawyer can be expensive. Most people are aware of that. They also know that in the average personal injury case, the clients pay for their own legal fees. Knowing that they have to put out a large amount of money for proper representation can be stressful for people who have recently been involved in an accident. This is why there are usually payment options when hiring a personal injury lawyer. There are not many people who can afford injury lawyer fees and rates up front. Especially since an unexpected accident leaves no time to save money to pay for a lawyer. The average client will take advantage of a percentage fee to pay for their legal services. This means that they pay a certain amount at the end of the case, and often the amount is a percentage of what has been awarded them. (more…)