Aug 7, 2024 | Litigation, Personal Injury
*The entire Ten Steps in the Litigation Process is now available: Litigation Step #1 – Filing a Statement of Claim Serving a Statement of Claim Work With Insurance Adjuster vs. Statement of Defence Preparing & Serving an Affidavit of Records Litigation and...
Jul 5, 2024 | Litigation, Personal Injury
A ‘Statement of Claim’ is a relatively standardized document that contains the basic facts relating to your accident (time, date, location, parties involved, type and model of vehicle, description of how the collision occurred, type of injuries suffered, type of...
Jun 25, 2024 | Personal Injury
If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident with a wild animal and you have suffered injuries ensure you report the accident to the local police service. Things to prepare for include moving your vehicle off the road and turning on your hazard lights. If the...
Jun 3, 2024 | Personal Injury
Some of my clients have the ability to access ‘Long Term Disability’ (also known as ‘LTD’) benefits through extended health insurance with their employer or provider. Obviously, the ability to access LTD benefits will depend upon the extent of the injuries from an...
May 24, 2024 | Personal Injury
I’m often asked at the first meeting with clients: how long will it take to settle the claim? The best answer I can give is ‘it depends’. It depends on many factors: the extent of the injuries, the amount of therapy/treatment required, whether specialist...
May 23, 2024 | Personal Injury
Do you have to pay income tax on personal injury claims? If the injuries you have sustained in a car accident are preventing you from earning as much as you used to, you will have a claim for lost income. But, taxes still play a role. If you were making $100,000 a...
May 13, 2024 | Personal Injury
If you’re involved in an motor vehicle accident and suffered injuries, navigate the legal intricacies seeking compensation all while dealing with recovery, is avoidable stress. The expertise of a skilled personal injury lawyer will make a difference. Retaining a...Apr 30, 2024 | Personal Injury
If you are injured in a car accident, you have a responsibility to fill in a claim form with your insurer (or the insurer of the driver of the vehicle you were in if you were a passenger) in order to be reimbursed for certain types of treatment. The Automobile...
Mar 14, 2024 | Personal Injury
A number of factors can influence the time it takes to settle a claim for whiplash injuries following a car accident. They include: 1. Severity of Injuries: The extent and severity of whiplash injuries play a crucial role. If the injuries are relatively minor and the...
Feb 8, 2024 | Personal Injury
How to Find the Best Lawyer to Look after My Motor Vehicle Accident Claim The aftermath of a motor vehicle accident can be a distressing and overwhelming time, especially when dealing with injuries, damages, and insurance claims. Finding a skilled lawyer is crucial to...
