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Dog owners could usually be held accountable in the events in which their dogs cause injuries to third parties or animals. This is true, regardless of the dog goes ahead and bites someone else or causes injury or damages a property in any other way. In certain situations, a fair settlement of the case could easily be reached. This is going to allow you to avoid lengthy and complicated lawsuits. However, in the majority of the situations the injured party is likely to need to sue the dog owner in order to hold him liable to the absolute extent which is allowed by the law. (more…)
Are Devastating Personal Injuries Due To Motorcycle Accidents?
Car accidents are common, that’s true. However, the province of Ontario is also famous for the fact that it has quite a lot of motorcycle riders and an overall attraction towards bike riding. However, motorcycle accidents are particularly dangerous and potentially devastating. The majorities of them, especially of those which tend to happen outside of the city, are catastrophic and end up with tremendous injuries. (more…)
What Are The Factors Affecting The Value of Your Case?
There is a significant abundance of variables which go into putting a value on your injury claim. Of course, every single case is handled differently and it has specifics which need to be taken into account but there are also a few common factors which are going to occur in the majority of cases. (more…)
Understanding The Facts Behind Auto Insurance Issues
The unfortunate truth is that car accidents as well as motor vehicle accidents as a whole remain the most popular cause of personal injury cases in Ontario. This is quite logical, though, considering the increasing number of vehicles which take part in the overall traffic. The steps that you take after the accident are critical when it comes to determining the overall amount of money that you can recover. (more…)
Advantages of Settling Your Lawsuit Outside of The Court
An interesting fact is that at least 95% of the personal injury cases in the province of Ontario never reach the court room. You may be wondering – how are they taken care of? Well, the answer is really easy as the involved parties prefer to settle them outside of the court, instead of forgoing the procedure. This is something that you might want to account for. However, don’t attempt to deal with the insurance company on your own or you might be low balled into settling for a pitiful amount in the name of compensation. (more…)
Personal Injury Myths
Fact: Remember that insurance companies are for-profit businesses. A claim from your insurance company is certain to be far less than the amount of your coverage and often less than what you need to offset your expenses. The insurance company has no obligation to inform you of your legal rights and are usually looking out for their own financial best interest. An experienced personal injury lawyer will evaluate your claim and do the proper negotiations with your insurance company, strengthening your case and easing your worry. (more…)
I Have Been In A Car Accident! What Do I Do Now?
It happens to the best of us. Regardless of your ability as a driver, we are sharing the road with countless others. We are in a hurry, stress levels are up, and we experience a myriad of distractions. Unfortunately, an accident can take just seconds, yet the consequences may last a lifetime. (more…)
How Long Will It Take My Personal Injury Case To Settle?
For accident victims living with pain, expenses and perhaps an unknown future, the added stress of a personal injury claim can be overwhelming. Worrying about paying bills and attending doctor appointments can be more than enough without discovery and court appearances. (more…)
How Does An Insurance Company Decide What Is A Fair Settlement?
Fair. It’s a word that can be very subjective, especially when it comes to a personal injury claim. It’s always important to keep in mind that the insurance company that you pay premiums to each month is a profitable business. As much as you would like to think that your best interest is being considered by them, in all honesty, their first responsibility is to shareholders and their own financial bottom line. (more…)
Do I Need To Hire A Lawyer After An Accident If I have Insurance?
If you have insurance and you want a neat, no fuss claim remedy, you can accept the damages offered by your insurance company. It’s a matter of trust that the insurance company will come to a fair resolution. Be aware that an insurance company is not looking out for your benefit, nor will you necessarily get the fairest settlement due you, but you can certainly do this without a lawyer. Victims who accept the compensation offered by their insurance companies typically receive smaller settlements than those who have hired a personal injury lawyer. While most insurance company employees are perfectly nice people to deal with, their first responsibility is to the company. Insurance companies are for-profit entities, and, like it or not, their first priority is to their profit margin and their shareholders. In order to produce the highest profits, they need to make sure the claims they pay out are at the minimum they can get away with. Victims who go on to hire personal injury lawyers most often find that what they were offered by their insurance companies do not nearly meet the value of their claim. (more…)