Motor-vehicle accidents can result in a variety of injuries, ranging from relatively minor cuts, bruises, sprains etc, to serious, life-altering ones like traumatic brain injury, paralysis, disfigurement, disability or even death.
Accidents are not always “accidental” – they’re often caused by someone’s fault or negligence and the consequences can put huge physical, emotional and financial burdens on not just the victim but also on the family.
The injured are entitled to seek compensation for their losses from those responsible for the accident. The Ontario government mandates statutory benefits to all those injured in accidents regardless of fault. Victims can also file a personal injury claim seeking compensation for loss of income, medical/rehabilitation expenses, pain and suffering etc.
This is best achieved with the assistance of an experienced Garson personal injury lawyer.
Ontario Accident Reporting
Since September 2015, new rules have come into force in Ontario regarding the reporting of motor-vehicle accidents. Earlier, the minimum requirement of damage for reporting an accident was set at $1000. Now the threshold has been raised to $2000. Any damage pegged below this limit does not require police involvement and the matter can be mutually settled between the two parties. Damage of $2000 or more must be reported to the nearest collision reporting center or to the police.
However, if the collision results in injuries or damage to property besides the vehicles, it has to be reported, regardless of the cost. In any case, it’s wise to report all damage to your insurance company. Garson car accident lawyers can assist you with the entire complex process.
How We Can Assist
Our free consultation injury lawyers provide a swift, genuine and comprehensive evaluation of your claim and can advise you on the best approach to take. Dealing with insurance companies, even your own, can be challenging as they may attempt to delay, deny, dismiss your claim and minimize the extent/nature of injuries. Most personal injury cases are settled out-of-court, through a process of mutual agreement. Top-rated accident lawyers can conduct all negotiations on your behalf, ensuring that your rights/interests are protected till final settlement.
If you, your family or a friend has been injured in an accident, please feel free to speak to one of our injury lawyers for a free consultation about how we are able to assist in making a personal injury claim. We consult in all cities across Ontario with a no win no fee guarantee. Our personal injury lawyers have helped victims secure millions of dollars in personal injury cases. Call us Toll Free On our 24/7 Injury Hotline: 1 – 844 495 7333 or Text a Personal Injury Lawyer 24/7 and get instant help. (416 931 5015)
