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Brampton Personal Injury Lawyers: Big Or Small – Accidents Hurt!

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Brampton personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers are regularly consulted by people who have been injured in various types of accidents through no fault of their own. 

Slip and fall accidents and motor-vehicle accidents are among the most common ones in urban areas. Such accidents are on the rise in recent years, partly due to the fact that Canada has a large and increasing component of elderly citizens. This demographic may suffer a variety of accidents on city streets. As pedestrians they may be involved in motor-vehicle collisions, or they may suffer slip and fall injuries. This can seriously affect their future health, mobility, quality of life and financial and emotional well-being. 

The most unfortunate aspect of such accidents is that most of them are preventable and avoidable. They’re usually caused by someone’s breach of safety regulations, fault or negligence. 

Contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Brampton if you or a dear one suffers injuries in an accident. You may be entitled to compensation. 

Common Injuries That Senior Citizens Suffer In Accidents 

As our Brampton car accident lawyers and Brampton slip and fall injury lawyers know from experience, the elderly comprise one of the most vulnerable populations in our cities.

They can suffer a variety of injuries in accidents, based on their general health status, weight, age, etc. The injuries may include:

  • Ankle, Wrist, Knee Sprains or Fractures
  • Shoulder Dislocation
  • Facial or Dental injuries
  • Hip Fractures (These are most common among older adults)
  • Back and spine injuries
  • Concussion/Contusion
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Cuts, Wounds, Lacerations
  • Impact Injuries
  • Bruises 

Hip fractures in older adults are a matter of concern. They may require surgery and this is always risky in older people. They cause a range of problems including urinary tract infection, lowered immunity, the need for extended hospital stay, physiotherapy, care-giving, etc.

Elderly people may also suffer severe emotional distress following a fall. Reduced mobility, depression, anxiety, loss of sleep/appetite can result, along with phobias/fears. Nearly 20% of such victims die within a year of the accident.

Our experienced 24×7 injury lawyers can help you claim the compensation you deserve so that you can improve the quality of medical care/treatment and get your life back on track. 

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)

Brampton Car Accident Lawyers: Advice, Assistance and Advocacy!

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Brampton personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers can provide you with a comprehensive range of services that help you and your family get your lives back on track following a car accident.

Whether you suffered a minor fender-bender or a catastrophic collision, it’s certain that you and your family could face certain physical, financial and emotional consequences.

It’s only natural that the mishap disrupts your life in many ways. You and your family may find it difficult to meet medical and rehabilitation expenses, pay for care-giving, meet household expenses when your earning-capacity is curtailed. Additionally, you may also suffer anxiety, fear, depression and post-traumatic stress.

As you struggle to deal with these problems, it’s important to understand that as a victim you also have certain rights. Accidents are not always “accidental.” They are sometimes caused by someone else’s fault or negligence. If you or a dear one has suffered injuries in an accident, contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Brampton. We can advise you about your rights, based on:

  • circumstances of your case
  • nature and extent of injuries
  • kind of losses suffered

What Benefits Can I Claim?

Ontario’s no-fault benefits scheme SABS (statutory accident benefits scheme) entitles all those injured in motor-vehicle accidents to claim statutory benefits, regardless of fault. This means that your own insurance-company will pay out certain benefits to cover some of the expenses that you have to incur as a result of the accident.

You are also entitled to sue the person/s responsible for the accident. This is best done with the assistance and advice of an experienced Brampton car accident lawyer.

Complex Procedure

Bringing a personal injury suit can be daunting for someone unfamiliar with the process. Victims of accidents and their families are usually focused on recovery and dealing with the day-to-day aspects of it.

There are several complicated medical, legal and insurance issues involved in getting the compensation you may justly deserve. They include:

  • Whom to bring the suit against?
  • Gathering evidence to back your claim
  • Documentation
  • Statute of Limitations time frame
  • Dealing with insurance-companies/claims adjusters
  • Location/venue/jurisdiction
  • Witnesses and Experts

We protect your rights while conducting the process according to the necessary protocol. 

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)

Accidents Aren’t Always Accidental: Ontario Provincial Police Reports

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Brampton personal injury lawyers are aware that most motor-vehicle mishaps that are termed “accidents” are rarely accidental. Instead, they can be traced down to someone’s fault or negligence, deliberate flouting of safety norms, behavior, habits, etc.

Unfortunately, these events result in tragic physical, financial and emotional consequences for the injured victims and their families. The impact of the accident can change the entire course of someone’s life. Death and disability impose a permanent and irrevocable burden on all those close to the victim.

Studies are regularly conducted on the causes of such accidents and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) release data that pinpoint some of the causes of accidents.

The Top 4 or Big 4 causes of motor-vehicle accidents are:

  • Distractions
  • Speeding
  • Not Wearing Seat-belt
  • Impaired driving

These factors play an important part in causing crashes and they also affect the kind of injuries suffered by drivers and passengers when a collision happens.

The behavior of drivers and passengers is another equally important criterion. Common mistakes that cause serious collisions have been analyzed by traffic and accident experts. These include:

  • Negligence while turning
  • Wrong use of seat-belt
  • Unrestrained pets
  • Not maintaining lane discipline
  • Improper maintenance of vehicle
  • Driving when drowsy, fatigued or under the influence of alcohol/prescription drugs etc

and many more simple acts of carelessness or deliberate flouting of safety rules.

There are many organizations across Ontario that help to create awareness  about driving and road safety.

Often, the causes of car crashes is put down to speeding. However, speeding is not the only factor. Many pedestrians are killed even in low speed limit zones. This could be because of other aspects like poor visibility, non-functioning crosswalk signals, careless and reckless driving in school-zones, taking sudden U-turns where they’re not permitted etc.

Another reason could be the huge rise in the population of cities like Toronto. The population has doubled in the GTA over the last thirty years, causing an enormous burden on the city’s infrastructure and transportation systems. Mixed traffic on city streets includes pedestrians, cyclists, public and private transportation. Lower speed limits may not solve the problem unless all those who share the road behave with due responsibility and diligence.

Senior citizens and children are among the most vulnerable of pedestrians and they’re also the ones who suffer serious injuries in motor-vehicle collisions. Pedestrians, walkers, runners and joggers are also at risk if they don’t wear reflective clothing and stay alert when they’re out on the street.

A ten year long study conducted by OPP shows that most of the fatalities that took place over the last decade on Ontario roads could have been prevented. However, as many observers and traffic experts have pointed out, studies like this fail to show that there are an equal or higher number of accidents that cause serious and life-altering injuries which put an even larger burden on the state and on the families of the victims.

If you or a dear one has suffered injuries in a motor-vehicle collision, contact an experienced car accident lawyer. We can evaluate the circumstances of your case and apprise you on its merits. You could be entitled to compensation.

 

Dangerous Rollover Accidents: Why They Happen

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Brampton personal injury lawyers know from experience that although “rollover” accidents account for only 3% of crashes, they’re responsible for the worst kind of injuries and fatalities. Studies show that 30% of fatalities in motor-vehicle collisions are those that are caused due to rollover accidents. Apart from death, these accidents can cause catastrophic injuries, permanent disability and disfigurement, amputation and many other life-altering conditions.

Tragically, most of these accidents are preventable. They’re caused by someone’s fault or negligence.

If you or a dear one has been injured in a rollover accident, contact a car accident lawyer with specific experience in dealing with such accidents. You may be entitled to compensation.

What Is A Rollover Accident?

These accidents are caused when a vehicle falls over on its side or roof. They are complex collisions and there may be several factors responsible for their occurrence.

Taller and heavier vehicles like SUVs and trucks are more likely to roll over or turn turtle in a collision because of their higher center of gravity. This makes the vehicle less stable. When the vehicle rolls over, passengers and driver are at high risk for head injuries, because the roof collapses inwards. Additionally, since people are belted into their seats, they are unable to move. The doors and windows may jam or get blocked making it impossible for people to exit. Though there are new roof rules for passenger vehicles and SUVs, they still may not be enough to contain the potential damage caused by rollover accidents.

Driving an SUV calls for superior driving skills but not all car drivers understand this. It also requires the driver to be more alert and sensitive to the vehicle’s turning and handling capacity at high speed. There are complex rules of Newtonian physics involved in such crashes. Most rollover accidents are lateral rollovers. Modern features like anti-lock brakes can aggravate the problem.

Typical causes for rollover accidents include speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, unfamiliar rural roads, distraction, taking turns recklessly, talking on the cellphone or texting etc. Studies show that nearly 85% of rollover accidents are single vehicle crashes and hence it’s possible to conclude that driver error plays a significant part. A typical example is the collision that occurred on May 17, 2017 on the Springfield Lexington highway.

If you or a dear one has been injured in a rollover accident, our experienced 24×7 injury lawyers can help collate a robust body of evidence with the help of car crash specialists. Accident reconstruction experts can conduct independent investigations into the true causes of the accident and fix the liability.

All injured victims in Ontario are entitled to statutory benefits regardless of fault, but they’re also entitled to file a personal injury suit against the at-fault driver. These accidents can cause huge physical, financial and emotional trauma to not just the victim but also to the entire family. Our Brampton car accident lawyers can ensure that your rights are safeguarded while we help you with getting the compensation you deserve.

Child Passenger Safety: Some Useful Tips

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Brampton personal injury lawyers often deal with cases where young children have been seriously injured in car accidents. There’s no kidding around child passenger safety – children and senior citizens are among the most vulnerable of passengers in vehicular collisions. They often suffer serious/fatal injuries that can permanently alter their lives and those of their family-members. 

Although motor-vehicles are thoroughly tested before they are sold, a majority of accidents occur because of driver-error. Distraction, speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs, reckless driving, road rage, weather conditions, inexperienced drivers, unfamiliar roads and the use of cellphones/texting are some of the leading causes of motor-vehicle collisions. They result in horrible tragedies like the one that occurred in Innisfil, Ontario. 

Studies show that motor vehicle collisions are the leading cause of fatalities among children in Canada. Although all the ten Canadian provinces have stringent rules regarding child-safety seats, a large number of serious injuries/fatalities occur because of non-compliance with these rules. Misuse or non-use of child-safety seats, seatbelts etc are among the common causes of injuries. Ontario laws hold the driver of the vehicle responsible for making sure that a child-passenger below age 16 is properly secured according to their age, weight and size.

The Canadian Public Health Association clearly outlines the proper use of safety devices. The use of appropriate passenger restraints can reduce the risk of injuries in case of a collision. There are different types of restraints and safety devices for children based on their age, size and weight.

  • Rear-facing seats: for children below age 1 and 22 lbs
  • Forward-facing seats: for children ages 4-5, weighing up to 40 lbs
  • Booster seats: for children up to age 9, weighing up to 80lbs and height up to 145 cm.
  • Seat belts for all others.
  • Children should ride in the back seat till they’re 14.
  • Hard, loose toys should not be kept inside the vehicle.
  • Child-seats have expiry-dates. Never use, buy or donate a seat past its expiry date, marked at the back of the seat.
  • Ensure that you change the child-seat if your car has been in a collision, even if the child was not in the car at the time or the seat seems undamaged.

Moving children too early or too late to their age-appropriate category makes child-passenger-seats unsafe. If the child is too small for a seat-belt, but the parents strap him/her in without considering that a booster-seat may be more appropriate, this can result in serious injuries. Severe injuries to spinal cord and internal organs can result, causing what crash specialists call “seat belt syndrome .”

Never leave a child unattended in or around a car. Leaving a sleeping toddler inside a locked car even for a few minutes can be fatal. Drivers should never leave the keys in the ignition even for a second when there is an unattended child inside the car.

Organizations like the Child Passenger Safety Association of Canada 

conduct regular courses for all those interested in reducing and finally eliminating the causes of fatal collisions and risks to child-passenger safety.

Contact an experienced car accident lawyer if you have been involved in an accident that has caused injuries to your children. You may be entitled to compensation.

Walk Safe: Pedestrian Safety Tips

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Brampton personal injury lawyers regularly handle cases where pedestrians have been seriously injured in motor-vehicle accidents through no fault of theirs. 

Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable of road users. They are completely exposed to the forces of impact in a collision. Additionally, their age, gender and general health status can play a large part in the kind of injuries they sustain and significantly affect their chances of recovery. 

Summertime is a great season for outdoor play, walks, running, picnics, cycling and this is also the season to be extra careful. Senior citizens who have been cooped up indoors during winter tend to step out to enjoy the sunshine and warmth, while kids take advantage of the longer daylight hours to play or engage in outdoor sports a lot more. 

Figures released by the Ontario Road Safety Annual Report   (ORSAR) reveal that the situation with the highest number of road fatalities in 2016 were pedestrian fatalities. Such accidents represent 20% of the total fatalities for the year. The months May through to October show a higher number of injuries and fatalities caused by collisions.

These figures emphasize the need for safe walking spaces for Ontarians. The Toronto Walking Survey quoted in a 2008 study recommends that more Torontans need to walk and maintain an active physical lifestyle. However, road safety for pedestrians is a huge concern in our increasingly crowded urban centers.

Who Is A Pedestrian?

Pedestrians are those who are not in or on a vehicle, whether motorized or otherwise propelled. They could be people in non-motorized wheelchairs or in a wheelchair that can’t travel at a speed higher than 10 kmph. They may also be pushing a bicycle or a wheelchair.

More male than female pedestrians tend to be killed in motor-vehicle collisions. Senior citizens above the age of 65 account for more than 35% of fatalities. Children represent about 3% of pedestrian fatalities. Peak hours for such accidents appears to be between 2 pm and 10 pm but the twilight hours accounted for 57% of the accidents.

Staying Safe

Toronto has adopted a pedestrian charter that addresses these issues. Several new rules have also been legislated by the Ontario Ministry for Transportation.

Meanwhile, as a pedestrian, follow these tips to stay safe:

  • Use crosswalks to get to the other side. Stay on the pavement.
  • Remember childhood instructions. Stop, Look both ways before you step off the curb.
  • Wear bright, light-colored or reflective clothing.
  • Seniors and children should preferably walk in groups.
  • Avoid headphones/cellphones/music.
  • Keep children off playing on streets.
  • Don’t try to beat crosswalk lights – they’re there to keep you safe. 

If you or a dear one has been injured in such an accident, get immediate medical attention, no matter how minor you consider your injuries to be. Certain injuries tend to appear minor initially but later turn out to be life-threatening. It’s also important to report the accident from a legal and insurance perspective. As soon as possible, contact an experienced personal injury lawyer with expertise and knowledge in handling such cases. You may be entitled to compensation.

Stay Safe While Running: Sharing The Road

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Brampton personal injury lawyers know from experience that with summer weather approaching, more and more people are out on the roads. Many of these include runners and whether they’re in it for the sheer pleasure of enjoying the warm weather sport, or they’re prepping for a big event or marathon, runners remain vulnerable on our roads.

Getting fit and not getting hit is a huge priority for runners. Running early in the morning, at dusk or late at night put runners at risk of being hit by motor-vehicles. Drivers have a responsibility to ensure the safety of all those whom they share the road with, but accidents can and do happen.

Most of these mishaps are preventable and they’re caused by someone’s fault or negligence. If you or a dear one has been hit by a vehicle while you were out running, contact a car accident lawyer with experience in handling similar cases. You may be entitled to compensation.

Runners have the same rights and responsibilities as pedestrians. They’re just as vulnerable on the street but they also need to follow traffic rules and ensure that they don’t indulge in risky behavior.

Cities like Toronto have more than 600 km of trails and a vast park system that covers nearly 13% of the urban land area. However, this doesn’t prevent runners and joggers from using busy urban areas and streets. Ownership of the pavements and maintaining proper running etiquette are some of the concerns that all road users have regarding joggers and runners.

Runners and joggers are completely exposed to impact forces when collisions happen. Staying safe is a huge priority for them, because an accident can impose enormous physical, financial and emotional burdens on them and their families. Runners have to ensure that they use the roads and pavements safely and responsibly.

Tips for Safe Running:

Be visible: Wear bright, reflective clothing and shoes especially if you enjoy early morning or late evening runs.

Against Traffic: It’s wiser to run opposite to oncoming traffic. This way you can avoid being hit from behind and also gauge what’s coming at you.

Stay On The Shoulder: Keeping to the shoulder and designated areas for pedestrians ensures that you don’t come in the way of motor-vehicles.

Know The Area: Running on unexplored trails is great but a familiar route is much safer.

Pride Goes Before A Fall: Swallow your ego and give way to traffic even if you have right of way.

Valuables/Jewelry: Remember you’re under observation. Muggers may attack you just for the stuff you’re carrying.

Let People Know: your route and timings. Stay in touch with friends and family so they are alerted immediately in case of mishaps.

Stalking: Sexual predators are an ever-present risk. If you feel you’re being followed, calmly jog into a public place or residence and call the police.

Carry bus-change or cab-fare: You may sprain an ankle/tear a ligament.

Check your laces.

Avoid distractions like cell-phones/music/radio/texting.

Running in groups is great but you need to respect pavement etiquette.

What Every Cyclist Should Know: A Legal Overview

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Brampton personal injury lawyers understand that with winter blues becoming a thing of the past, more and more people are taking out their bicycles. Ontario’s major cities are among the most cycling-friendly cities in the world. Toronto alone accounts for a daily downtown count of at least 19,000 cyclists who use the roads between 7 am and 7pm. This activity allows people to enjoy the exercise and be a part of the eco-friendly movement while traveling around town for work, sport or entertainment. However, cyclists remain among the most vulnerable of road-users along with pedestrians and motor-cyclists.

A recent report released by Ontario’s Chief Coroner reveals alarming statistics. One of the findings states in unequivocal terms that 100% cycling fatalities were preventable. To quote from the study, “…..this hypothesis held true in each and every death we reviewed.”

Cycling accidents like most other types are avoidable. A majority of them are caused by someone’s fault or negligence. Cyclists themselves may be partly responsible for collisions, but it’s also the duty of motor-vehicle drivers to ensure that they drive responsibly and stay alert. If you or a dear one has been injured in a bicycle/motor-vehicle collision, consult an experienced car accident lawyer without delay. You may be entitled to compensation.

Know Your Rights

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation rules clearly specify that cyclists should know highway and traffic regulations before they take to the roads. They don’t require license-plates, registration, vehicle insurance or driver’s license. There’s no age limit to riding. They cannot carry passengers if their vehicle is meant only for a single rider. Cyclists are considered to be road-users like all others who share the road. They are subject to the same traffic laws, and have the same rights/responsibilities as other road-users.

Since January 1, 2017, several new guidelines have been in force regarding laws that cyclists must obey. Some of these laws concern motor-vehicle drivers too, such as the One Meter Passing law, Dooring, use of intermittent flashing-lights by cyclists, increasing fines for non-compliance in use of reflective clothing etc, and the wearing of helmets.

Cyclists must  ride far from the curb to stay clear of sewer-grates, debris, parked-car doors etc. They’re also allowed to occupy any part of the lane if their safety warrants it.

As more awareness is being created and cyclists are now a familiar sight on our roads, it important to take stock of how general traffic rules can be made more convenient to accommodate them. Advocacy groups like Cycle Toronto recommend that the provincial laws be changed to allow bikers to follow the Idaho stop rules which treat stop signs as yield signs and red lights as stop signs. Cycles are vehicles governed by the laws of momentum and such cycle-friendly regulations can go a long way in reducing collisions and clearing  misunderstandings about cyclist behavior and driving styles.

Injuries sustained in cycling accidents can have serious physical, financial and emotional consequences on not just the injured victim but also on the entire family.

Our 24×7 injury lawyers can help to protect your rights and ensure that you get the compensation you deserve.

New Auto Insurance Rules: Difficult for Victims, Risky for Insurers

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Brampton personal injury lawyers are aware that the new regulations that will become effective June1, 2017 across Ontario have caused concern across the board. These changes were intended to reduce the high premium rate that was prevalent in the province. According to industry experts, auto insurance premiums in Ontario ranked among the highest in Canada. Though insurance is a regulated product, the rates are set by individual insurers before being reviewed and approved by agencies like the Financial Services Commission of Ontario and the Superintendent of Financial  Services.

Rampant fraud was cited as one of the reasons for such high premiums and it’s one of the factors that had to be urgently addressed in this sector. In many cases, insurance companies failed to act in good faith, denying victims the compensation they rightfully deserved.

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By law, all Ontario drivers must carry insurance for their vehicles. There is a no-fault insurance system in Ontario that deems that all injured victims are entitled to compensation regardless of fault. These statutory benefits are available from the victim’s own insurers.

If you or a dear one has been injured in a motor-vehicle accident that was caused by someone else’s fault or negligence, contact an experienced Brampton car accident lawyer. You may be entitled to compensation.

What Are The New Regulations?

The main changes  include alterations to the Medical, Rehabilitation and Attendant Care benefits and benefits periods. Changes have also been made to standard deductibles, maximum interest rates, waiting period, underwriting/rating criteria and duration of payment for non-catastrophic injuries.

The premium payable depends on the type of coverage and limits chosen. The definitions of catastrophic/non-catastrophic injuries have to be well-understood while making a claim for compensation.

These and other highly-technical aspects of insurance contracts and regulations are matters that few injured victims and their families are familiar with. When accidents occur, most people are completely focused on the medical aspects and coping with the huge physical, financial and emotional consequences of the mishap.

Impact

The new guidelines can have a serious negative impact on the type and amount of compensation that victims and their families are eligible to receive.

The impact on the insurance brokers sector is also slated to be serious, as lawyers warn of more cases against brokers. A new Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT) for arbitration of disputes over the Statutory Accident Benefits Scheme (SABS) prevailing in Ontario has been created. This is expected to create some degree of confusion initially, as it can cause a mixed no-fault regime, with no clear division between the court system for tort claims and the arbitration system for SABS.

The new regulations emphasize the urgent need for insurance companies  to inform and educate their clients about the requirement for higher benefits coverage and third-party limits. Failure to do so can result in more suits being filed against insurance brokers.

Filing for compensation in automobile accidents is a complex enterprise, with several complicated medical, legal and insurance issues being involved. Your rights and interests have to be safeguarded and protected. Our experienced 24×7 injury lawyers can help you deal with these aspects so that you and your family can concentrate on getting your life back on track.

Slip And Fall Accidents Can Happen Anywhere: Who’s Liable When Injuries Occur?

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Brampton personal injury lawyers know from experience that slip and fall accidents are one of the most common types of mishaps that result in ER room visits around the world. Though they’re comedy staples on stage and screen, causing immense fun and merriment, in reality, slip and fall accidents are no laughing matter. They can cause serious, life-threatening and life-altering injuries and disrupt the lives of not just the injured victim but also the entire family.

Another important aspect of these accidents is that they’re rarely truly “accidental.” Most of them can be traced to someone’s fault or negligence. Unfortunately, the resulting injuries impose massive physical, financial and emotional burdens on victims and their families.

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If you or a dear one has been injured in a slip and fall accident, consult an experienced Brampton slip and fall injury lawyer without delay. You may be entitled to compensation.

Typical Causes

These accidents occur anywhere, both indoors and outdoors. They can happen on pavements, public places, private homes, restaurants, resorts, hotels, theaters, entertainment-spaces, tourist-spots, parking lots, parks, malls and shopping areas, markets, etc.

Most people tend to assume that it was their own carelessness or inattention that resulted in the fall. While this may be true in some cases, the main contributing causes include:

  • Wet, slippery floors
  • Freshly-cleaned/waxed/polished floors
  • Liquid spills
  • Loose, worn, damaged flooring/tiles
  • Worn/Frayed or Unanchored rugs, carpets, mats
  • Debris, Clutter
  • Uneven surfaces, potholes, badly-maintained grounds
  • Lack of warning-signs
  • Poor lighting
  • Missing hand-rails, fences
  • Badly-maintained/damaged staircases
  • Uncleared ice/snow at entrances/exits
  • Puddles formed under air-con units

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An experienced personal injury lawyer can conduct independent investigations into the causes and present a robust claim for compensation based on the findings.

Injuries

Typical injuries include extremity-skeletal injuries to limbs and hips, spinal and head injuries, neck, brain and thoracic injuries, abdominal injuries, internal organ damage, severe fractures, facial and dental damage, severe bleeding etc.

The age, gender and health status of the victim play a major role in how the injuries impact the person. Older people are the greatest high-risk group, since falls can aggravate pre-existing conditions, often proving fatal for them.

Who’s Liable?

Under Canada’s Occupier’s Liability Act, the owner of the property on which the accident occurred is responsible for keeping the premises in a reasonably safe condition for all those who legitimately visit. Property owners have a duty to ensure that they regularly maintain their properties and keep them free of hazards. This includes private property owners, municipalities, transportation and government authorities.

Important Aspects

Slip and fall compensation claims are riddled with extremely complex medical, legal and insurance issues. Unraveling the chain of responsibility can be challenging. Additionally, there are strict statute-of-limitations restrictions which govern the time-frame within which claims have to be filed. Your claim has to be backed by robust evidence that proves the owner’s fault/negligence.

Keeping all these factors in mind, it’s important that you contact a 24×7 injury lawyer without delay to ensure that your rights are protected and that you and your family receive the compensation that you justly deserve.

Icicles And Snowdrifts On Roof-Tops: These Winter Pile-Ups Can Be Dangerous!

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Brampton personal injury lawyers know that icicles and snow-laden roofs may look great on Christmas cards and in family photos, but they can cause accidents that are far from pretty!

Known as ice dams, the icicles that hang so charmingly from the eaves of your roof can cause huge problems to your roof, pose a hazard to occupants and visitors and also raise heating and energy costs inside the house.

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All these issues have serious implications for homeowners and property owners. If you’ve been injured in an accident caused by ice dams or faced losses because of snow pile-ups on your roof, contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Brampton. You may be entitled to compensation under the Toronto Municipal Code.

What Causes Ice Dams?

Icicles are essentially formed by water run-offs from melted snow which re-freeze when the temperature falls again. An ice dam is a raised ridge that’s formed because of repeated freezing and melting of ice at different times. This ridge prevents falling snow from sliding off your roof. Instead the layers of snow accumulate on your roof. Occasional warm temperatures may cause a portion of the dam to melt and drip, forming icicles as the temperature goes down again.

Icicles are also an indication that your roof is losing heat. Since warm air rises to the top portions of the building, it escapes through gaps in ceilings, attics and damaged portions of roofs. This causes snow on roofs to melt and form dams or icicles.

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Hazards of Icicles and Ice Dams

Dams can force water to flow back into the shingles, and ultimately into the walls and ceilings of the building, causing serious damage to brick, plaster and wood-work.

A 2014 report in the Toronto Star reveals that it’s not just older buildings that have this problem. Ultra-modern towers with super energy-saving features like energy-efficient glass, use the latest building materials and are constructed using cutting-edge design elements play a huge role in increasing the risks of falling snow and ice.

Though the Ontario Building Codes specify the wind and snow load bearing capacity of roofs, they don’t address the issue of sliding or falling snow. These laws hold the city liable for removing ice and snow from the streets but not from roofs. This is the property owner’s responsibility.

Roof-Top Avalanche Injuries

Sudden release of piled-up snow from the dam or careless removal of snow pile-ups can be dangerous. People can be seriously injured by falling snow, children and older people can be buried underneath, they can die of hypothermia or suffer serious brain damage due to cold. Other injuries include:

  • Broken bones
  • Facial/Dental damage
  • Crush/Impact Injuries
  • Traumatic head/neck injuries

Predicting when a slide could happen is almost impossible and this  depends on a large variety of conditions. However, the risk to unwary pedestrians and other road users in the vicinity can be enormous. In many countries with traditionally heavy snow-fall, orienting the roof away from pedestrian traffic is recommended for this reason.

Our experienced slip and fall injury lawyers can assist you to file a personal injury claim for compensation if you have been injured in such an accident.

Changes in Ontario Insurance Act: How Insurance Dispute Lawyers Can Assist

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Accidents happen without warning. All it takes is a split second for a disaster to happen, but its effects can last for a life-time. A serious accident related injury impacts not just the injured person, but often the entire family and support system.

Such devastating events impose huge physical, financial and emotional burdens on all those connected with it. The recovery process could be extremely long-drawn-out, painful, frustrating and expensive. There could be a need for a dedicated caregiver, costly and complicated treatments and medication, lengthy rehabilitation procedures etc.

Emotionally, victims and those dear to them are thrown into a psychological maelstrom. Confusion, anxiety, fear, grief and panic attacks, post-traumatic stress syndrome, sleep disturbances, breakdown of relationships, depression, suicidal thoughts, addiction to alcohol or drugs etc are some of the hazards that patients and families have to face.

The economic aspect can be hugely traumatic too. If the injured person was the sole income-earner or contributed significantly to the family income, being unable to work for extended periods can result in income-loss. If there are permanent disabilities, this means there is a loss of earning-capacity. Treatment, home-maintenance, living expenses, debts etc can all pile up and create devastating consequences.

Accidents are usually preventable and avoidable. Most of them are caused by someone else’s fault or negligence.

Meeting Expenses

Most injured victims and families trust their insurer to compensate them for their injuries, based on the type of coverage they’ve purchased. Additionally, all injured victims of motor-vehicle accidents in Ontario are entitled to statutory benefits (SABS) regardless of fault, from their own insurers.

However, injured victims may face several issues and challenges in collecting settlement from insurance-companies. They may dispute the claims on technical grounds, deny or dismiss the nature/extent of defendant liability or minimize your injuries. They may also adopt various strategies to compel victims to accept swift and meager settlements.

Dispute Resolution

At present, disputes between clients and insurers are regulated by the Financial Services Commission of Ontario (FSCO) but if no resolution is reached, there are other avenues available to plaintiffs. Arbitration and a personal injury trial are some options.

Changes To Act

In 2015, sweeping changes to the Insurance Act were made. Insurance dispute lawyers are concerned about:

  • Disputes under SABS now under the jurisdiction of the License Appellate Tribunal instead of under FSCO, effective April 1, 2016.
  • Catastrophic and non-catastrophic funding was slashed.
  • Revisions to definition of “catastrophic.”
  • Mediation fee introduced.
  • Parties are encouraged to settle dispute.
  • LAT not bound by FSCO case-laws and precedents.
  • LAT adjudicators may not have specialization in accident benefits legislation.
  • Ambiguity on statute of limitations period under LAT.

How We Can Assist

It’s difficult to challenge the rulings of insurance companies and government agencies without specialized knowledge and training. An experienced personal injury lawyer who regularly handles such cases can help you get the settlement that you are contractually entitled to.

In many cases, permanent disabilities require a Life Plan to be presented. We work with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure that a robust claim is presented during all communications/arbitration with the at-fault party.

Long Term Disability Insurance – When Insurance Companies Don’t Act in Good Faith

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Disability Lawyer

There are several types of disability benefits available to persons who are rendered unable to work due to injury, illness or medical condition. They include: short and long term disability benefits, critical illness insurance, disability mortgage insurance etc.

The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) contains programs that are intended to compensate workers for suffering long term disability (LTD). All those workers who have paid into the CPP may qualify for disability benefits if they are rendered unable to work due to injury, illness or medical condition.

These benefits offer a certain amount of protection since they provide a portion of your income that can go towards paying for bills, expenses, medical treatment/rehabilitation. This provides an injured person and their families some relief in monetary terms and offsets the financial hardships they have suffered as a result of being unable to resume work.

What Are Long Term Disability Benefits?

Most people get LTD benefits as part of their regular work-compensation package and this is usually deducted from their monthly paychecks. The LTD plan is a first-party contract and obliges the insurer to arbitrate claims made on this policy in good faith.

Usually, the policy provides benefits for the first two years if the injured person is unable to work at their own occupation. To qualify for further benefits, the person should be unable to work at any occupation for which they’re reasonably qualified/trained by education/experience/skill.

LTD benefits are cost-dependent, driven by industry factors such as volume of insurance, qualifying period, definition of disability etc. The average payment for 2014 was $903 and the maximum payment in 2015 was $1265 per month.

Common Problems Faced While Availing Benefits

The application process involves filling out the application forms and sending them to the appropriate Service Canada processing centre. All the required forms, in the correct format have to be submitted, or your application will not be processed. Appeals are allowed.

If approved, benefits are awarded including any back-benefits owing. Payments continues till age 65 or until such time as the person is no longer disabled.

Some issues faced by applicants include:

  • Not meeting minimum qualifying period – the applicant should have worked for at least 4-6 years prior to applying
  • Not having full support of treating physician in declaring person unable to work
  • Biased, incompetent or unethical doctor
  • Beneficiary gets only what their policy entitles them to, e.g. if your employer purchased the policy
  • Winning benefits could result in overall income reduction
  • Award of retroactive benefits can cause unexpected tax liability

Insurers’ Obligation

In a 2015 case, Dube vs RBC Life Insurance Company, LTD benefits were denied to the injured person because he had failed to notify RBC of the accident/disability within the prescribed time. Mr Dube had been incorrectly informed by his employers that he did not have LTD benefits, which in fact he did. The court ruled that plaintiff’s claim was valid and payable till age 65.

If you or a dear one has suffered disability due to injury/illness, consult an experienced personal injury lawyer to help you get the LTD benefits you’re entitled to.

Call for Inquiry into Ontario’s Automobile Insurance Industry: Motor-vehicle Accident Victims’ Advocates

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A new, scathing report released by the Ontario Trial Lawyers’ Association (OTLA) focuses on the need for drastic reforms in the auto-insurance industry. Conducted by two independent American experts from the York University Schulich School Of Business, the study reveals several insights that far-reaching implications for this sector.

The primary areas of concern expressed by OTLA included impending cuts to victims’ benefits and biases in medical evidence used to assess injuries/disabilities etc suffered by motor-vehicle accident victims.

President of OTLA, Maia Bent, opines, “After years of changes designed to placate the insurance industry, the government needs to turn its attention to the plight of victims.”

She further remarked that Ontario’s insurance system was in crisis, coverage was being steadily eroded, premiums remained stubbornly high and insurer profitability was allowed to continue without limits. Injured accident victims and their families usually bear the brunt of the punitive changes that have been recently instituted in insurance regulations.

OTLA has called upon the government of Ontario to set up “a commission to conduct a public inquiry to examine the current state of independent medical assessments of injured auto accident victims.”

Additionally, David Marshall, the newly-appointed auto insurance advisor has opined that his task will be “identifying additional opportunities for auto insurance reform…. leading to better health outcomes, lower costs and more affordable insurance premiums.”

Reforms Needed

FAIR, the organization that advocates for insurance reforms for victims of accidents, has welcomed this move. FAIR has deemed that the auto insurance industry urgently needs reforms. Some of the important areas require detailed inquiry into:

  • Lack of diligence by Ontario court system and judges to make sure that medical experts are not “hired guns.”
  • Failure to ensure that medical experts are in compliance with the Rules of Procedure
  • Delay of payments to legitimate applicants – more than 50% claims are routinely denied by insurers
  • Wasteful and exorbitant rates paid by insurers on creating medical reports to counter the claims of legitimate applicants
  • Lax application of standards
  • Ontario regulatory colleges failure to meet their public obligations
  • Ontario taxpayers bearing the burden of motor-vehicle accident victims
  • Ontario insurers commissioning poor quality or partisan medico-legal reports

Medical Evaluations Under Scrutiny 

Rhona DesRoches of FAIR refers to the troubling use of “bogus medical reports and testimony….. the unsavory aspect of auto insurance.”

Currently there is a backlog of more than 60,000 insurance claims in the courts in Ontario, while another 20,000 are held up in arbitration. Studies reveal that insurers pay nearly 70 cents to every dollar they pay victims on gathering evidence to counter the claim.

Unlike other patients, accident victims have no choice regarding the physician who conducts their Independent Medical Examination (IME). In many cases, it is found that the physician provides unqualified, shoddy or biased report. This becomes part of the victim’s medical file and the basis for all further action. Rehabilitation benefits are often denied based on such faulty reports.

Victims and their representatives have no access to the IME physician’s previous history, track record, professional qualities, complaints regarding conduct etc. Another issue is the intended $500 fine for failure to appear at the IME.

If you have been injured in a motor-vehicle accident, consult our experienced, knowledgeable car accident lawyer for a genuine, swift and comprehensive assessment of your claim.

Mississauga Slip and Fall Injury Lawyers: In Step With You!

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Mississauga personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers know from experience that slip and fall accidents are sometimes caused by another person’s fault or negligence. If you or a dear one suffers serious injuries in such accidents, contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Mississauga. We provide an initial, free, no-obligations consultation, in which we inform you about your rights, evaluate your case on its merits and advise you accordingly. The assessment we provide is genuine, realistic and comprehensive. 

People Expect Public Places To Be Safe! 

Many people suffer serious injuries after slipping or tripping and falling in public places like parking-lots, shopping malls, municipal parks, playgrounds, transportation stations, parks, etc. There are many ways in which people get injured. Some of them include: 

  • Slipping on freshly-washed floors
  • Uneven sidewalks
  • Broken tiles
  • Un-shoveled pavements with ice/snow/slush
  • Poor lighting/security
  • Loose or missing railings/fence
  • Lack of warning signs
  • Liquid spills or pools under air-conditioner
  • Clutter/debris
  • Torn/worn/unanchored carpets/rugs/mats 

Types of Injuries 

People may suffer a variety of injuries, ranging from simple sprains, cuts, bruises etc to serious spinal/neck/back injuries, compound fractures, internal organ damage, facial and dental injuries, traumatic brain injury, skull/rib-cage fracture etc. These injuries can result in short/long-term disability, disfigurement or even death.

If the victim was elderly, had other health issues or was a pregnant woman, the consequences can be disastrous, to say the least.

Proving Fault 

These accidents cause serious injuries, but it may be difficult to prove negligence or fault unless the victim/victim’s family ensure that all evidence is collected and the required procedure is followed. For instance, the accident must immediately be reported to someone in authority, you must visit a doctor immediately and if possible, take photos of the location showing the exact reasons for your accident.

Our experienced Mississauga slip and fall injury lawyer can help you put together a robust claim for compensation. We can conduct independent investigations and ensure that all paperwork is completed accurately and on time.

Our 24/7 injury lawyers help you safeguard your rights and interests, and get the compensation you justly deserve. 

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)

 

 

 

Brampton Personal Injury Lawyer: Common Myths and Misconceptions

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Talk To Us about Your Concerns! 

Brampton personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers understand the shock, pain and confusion that follow when an accident occurs. Whether it’s a car accident or a slip and fall accident that you or a dear one has been injured in, you may find yourself going through physical, financial and emotional issues. 

Though it’s crucial that you concentrate on getting your life back on track and recovering your health, it’s equally important to protect your rights and receive compensation for your injuries. 

Most accidents are caused by someone’s fault or negligence. The injured party is entitled to seek compensation from those responsible for the accident. In Ontario, motor-vehicle accident victims are entitled to receive statutory benefits from their own insurers. Apart from this, injured victims are entitled to sue the at-fault party by instituting a personal injury suit. 

Contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Brampton for advice and assistance. 

Do I Need A Lawyer? 

This is a question that most clients ask our Brampton slip and fall injury lawyers and Brampton car accident lawyers. Most people are concerned about having to pay high fees, getting embroiled in lengthy, complicated lawsuits and they’re also anxious not to get involved in cases when the outcome is uncertain. 

Some Common Misconceptions 

Fees: In general, Brampton personal injury lawyers work on a contingency-fee basis. We don’t charge any legal service fees unless we win your case.

Numbers: It’s not possible to predict exactly what your settlement amount will be. This is based on several factors and each case is unique. But we can give a ballpark figure from our experience.

The trial: Most claims are settled out-of-court.

Settling directly with insurers: This is highly risky and you could be short-changed by insurers who don’t act in good faith.

Time-frame: You have a limited time-frame within which to sue. 

When you meet with our 24 hour injury lawyers, we can answer these and any other queries you may have. The initial, free, no-obligations discussion helps you to understand your rights and gives us the opportunity to provide you with a swift, genuine and realistic evaluation of your case. 

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)

Caring for Caregivers: Common Challenges Faced By Caregivers Caring for Injured Victims

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Catastrophic accidents can cause life-altering injuries. Injured victims and their families are suddenly faced with huge physical, financial and emotional burdens that they may find difficult to cope with.

  • The physical aspects are the most obvious, if the person loses their independent mobility and has to be confined to a bed or wheel-chair, either permanently or for an extended period. It could also entail having regular treatments, physiotherapy and rehabilitation procedures.
  • The emotional/mental factors are perhaps less noticeable, but they have an equally serious impact on the victim and the family. Depression, rage, mood-swings, suicidal tendencies, drug or alcohol dependence, sleep disturbances, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress etc are some of the devastating psychological consequences of serious accidents.
  • Financially, the family has to cope with the increased outflow of funds for treatment, rehabilitation and care, along with the reduce inflow due to loss of wages and earning capacity of the injured person.

Challenge Face

Hiring a professional caregiver may not be possible in the case of limited funds available with the family. It’s often a family-member who takes charge of the responsibility of providing care.

This person/persons may face certain unique challenges and in time, require support emotionally/physically. Grief, regret, guilt, managing the physical, emotional and financial affairs of the injured person, dealing with the changing power-structures within families, and added responsibilities can make huge foundational changes.

Facilities like Toronto’s Runnymede Healthcare Centre have introduced social-workers who can help family-members of injured victims to cope with the pressures.

The government of Canada has instituted a Ministry of Health and Long-term Care which regulates and addresses issues faced by this sector. 

Caring About Caregivers Long-Range Scenario Planning: LRSP

Launched in 2008, this project recommends themes for future strategies and policy developments. It is estimated that at least one in five Ontarians is a family caregiver. By 2011 it was presumed that at least 1.4 million women between ages 25-44 may have to become caregivers, deal with family responsibilities, work and their own personal social lives. Informal care is estimated to top $80 billion in economic value.

Today, the traditional systems of informal care-giving are disappearing, with the changing role of the family. Single-parent families, unmarried/single individuals with/without children, etc are some of the different types of families that have become the norm.

Support for caregivers has assumed a critical and urgent need. Despite the myriad challenges, most families try to provide support and care in spite of the many pressures. It’s not possible to isolate this essential service from social and community responsibilities.

Home-care cannot have the same set of standards imposed as a formal health-care facility. Family-members, neighbors, volunteers and charity organizations cope with each case on an individual basis. Lack of training and information cause several issues. Caregivers face huge personal financial and social losses.

  • 46% of caregivers face emotional stress
  • 14% experience constant physical stress or pain
  • 15% face verbal and physical abuse from those they care for
  • 19% are themselves frail, disabled, elderly and in need of care themselves

Keeping these factors in mind, it’s important to get compensation from those responsible for the accident that caused your injury to make life a little more comfortable and easy.

THE DIFFICULT QUESTION OF ACCIDENT BENEFITS QUALIFICATION

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What Are Accident Benefits?

If you or a loved one has been injured in a motor vehicle accident in Ontario, you could be eligible to claim certain financial benefits. These are intended to help you tide over the physical and financial problems you could face while you’re recovering. The Statutory Accident Benefits Scheme (SABS) is available regardless of fault, to you as a driver, your passengers and to pedestrians injured in the collision and payable by your own insurance company.

In case you don’t have coverage, you’re still entitled to SAB payable by insured persons in the vehicle that hit you. In the eventuality that no insured person was involved in the collision, there is a special fund available to meet such a situation.

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Available Benefits

All motorists are required to have auto insurance. The accident benefits available are based on the nature of injuries, type of policy and the amount of coverage available. In general, benefits available under a standard auto insurance policy include

  • Medical Rehabilitation
  • Attendant Care for Catastrophic or Non-catastrophic injuries
  • Care-giver benefits
  • House-keeping and Home Maintenance Expenses
  • Income Replacement
  • Death and Funeral Benefits

Your policy may also make you eligible to receive Dependent Care benefits, Indexation benefits etc.

Deductibles have to be computed before you can arrive at the final figure.

In addition, injured victims are also entitled to claim compensation for their injuries by filing a personal injury suit against those responsible for the accident.

As experienced and knowledgeable personal injury lawyers, we can help you deal with the complex legal, medical and insurance issues involved.

Qualifying For Benefits

It’s important to know that the injured person doesn’t automatically qualify for statutory benefits. They have to be applied for, within the specified time limit, using the prescribed forms and procedures available only on request. In certain cases, your doctor or health care provider has to provide supporting documents. An experienced car accident lawyer who regularly handles such cases can provide guidance and assistance through the entire process.

Issues And Challenges

Although SABS looks fine on paper, collecting the actual benefits can be a long and frustrating process. Our injury lawyers who have the expertise and experience in dealing with insurance companies and claim-adjusters have to be well-informed and up-to-date on the latest rulings/notifications, changes in acts and regulations as they are subject to frequent amendments, revocations etc.

Common issues include:

  • Denial on technical grounds
  • Contesting the nature of your claim
  • Minimizing the nature and extent of injuries
  • Claim not made within the specified time frame
  • Lapse of statute of limitations
  • Specified procedures not following (reporting the accident, getting immediate medical attention etc) 

How We Can Assist 

Most people have very little information on the complicated nature of insurance legislation regarding accident benefits. Insurance companies are ultimately for-profit corporations that need to focus on protecting their own business interests.

Keeping these factors in mind, our trained and skilled 24×7 injury lawyers can immediately begin working on safeguarding your rights and ensuring that all the paperwork is completely accurately and in time, so that you can concentrate on recovering your health and getting your life back in order.

Toronto Slip and Fall Injury Lawyers: Informing You about Your Rights

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Don’t Assume It Was Your Fault 

Toronto slip and fall injury lawyers Singh Barristers know from experience that injured victims in slip and fall accidents often  assume that it was “just an accident” or they blame themselves for being careless. 

In fact, property-owners have a duty to ensure that their premises are kept reasonably safe for all legitimate visitors. This includes stores/supermarkets, private/public buildings/spaces, residences, commercial areas, government/municipal property, etc. 

Under the Ontario Occupier’s Liability Act, property-owners have to take reasonable measures to prevent hazards on their properties that could cause harm. 

Contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Toronto in case of a slip and fall injury sustained in an accident. You may be entitled to compensation. 

Property-Owner Must Do’s 

Property owners must ensure that unsafe conditions are promptly dealt with. This includes the full extent and use of the premises. If the property is rented, the tenant has an obligation under the rental agreement, to keep the property in good condition. They’re responsible for any damages caused by them or those under their responsibility (children, pets, guests etc) and protect the property from neglect or abuse. Owners have a duty to repair defective conditions that fall within the rental agreement. 

Property owners have to maintain their premises according to minimum standards laid down regarding: 

  • Exterior areas including parking-lots, gardens, drainage, paving, dust-control
  • Signs, fencing, hand-rails installation, maintenance
  • Waste and garbage
  • Building-structure
  • Stairs, entrances, exits
  • Decks, balconies, roofs
  • Plumbing, electrical, sewage
  • Debris, abandoned vehicles, articles
  • Nuisances, unsafe conditions 

and many others.

Advice and Assistance

Our experienced Toronto slip and fall injury lawyers understand that the focus is on recovering your health and protecting your rights. Our 24 hour injury lawyers can take care of the latter, while you concentrate on the former. There are several complex legal, medical and insurance issues involved in getting the compensation you deserve. We provide advice and assistance so that the necessary steps are followed and ensure that all filing/paperwork is filed accurately and on time.

Toronto personal injury lawyers advocate for you in all negotiations with at-fault parties, insurers, their representatives and claims-adjusters. 

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)

Mississauga Personal Injury Lawyers: Safeguarding Your Interests

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Are Accidents Truly Accidental? 

Mississauga personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers are regularly consulted by people who have been injured in car accidents and slip and fall accidents, through no fault of their own.

Accidents cause a variety of injuries, ranging from minor cuts, bruises and sprains to serious and life-threatening injuries like traumatic brain injury, spinal and neck damage, internal organ injuries, amputation, disfigurement, permanent or temporary disability and even death.

Unfortunately, most of these accidents are caused by someone else’s fault or negligence, and a deeper investigation into the circumstances can clearly establish that they were preventable or avoidable. Accidents impose huge physical, financial and emotional burdens on the victims and family-members.

If you or a dear one has been injured in an accident, contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Mississauga. You may be entitled to compensation.

Reluctance to Institute Legal Proceedings 

As our experienced Mississauga car accident lawyer and Mississauga slip and fall injury lawyer know from experience, many injured victims and their families are reluctant to embark on a personal injury suit.

They assume that the insurance-companies who make settlement payouts will honour their claims and act in good faith. However, the hard reality is that insurance-companies, like any other business enterprise, tend to focus on protecting their own financial interests. They may deny or dismiss your claim citing technical issues, or use delaying tactics that could cause you to unknowingly cross statute of limitations or notifications deadlines, minimize the extent of the at-fault party’s liability or use intimidation or manipulation to get plaintiffs to accept meager settlements.

Keeping these aspects in view, it’s important that you consult an experienced Mississauga personal injury lawyer without delay.

Will I Have To Go To Court? 

Studies show that an overwhelming majority of personal injury cases are settled out-of-court, through negotiations. However, if talks prove unfruitful, or the at-fault party’s representatives strongly contest your claims, refuse to respond or the settlement is not to your satisfaction, the case can be taken to court. Hence, select a 24 hour injury lawyer with strong negotiation skills as well as trial experience. 

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)

Toronto Personal Injury Lawyer: Select the Right One

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We Protect Your Interests 

Toronto personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers know from experience that accidents are bolts from the blue that can disrupt your life completely. Whether the injuries are minor or major, people have to take time off from work, visit clinics or hospitals, follow up with rehabilitation programs, etc. There may be large medical bills to be paid. 

Additionally, accidents can cause emotional disturbances in many people. Sleep problems, anxiety and panic attacks, post traumatic stress disorder, breakdown of relationships, depression, alcohol/drug addiction etc are some of the consequences for victims of serious accidents. 

If you or a dear one has been injured in a slip and fall accident or a car accident, contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Toronto. You may be entitled to compensation. 

Though money can never compensate for whatever was irretrievably lost in an accident, it can certainly make life a little more comfortable and easier. In horrific accidents caused by someone’s fault, negligence, reckless behavior, alcohol/drug-impaired driving, texting while driving, speeding or running a red light etc, victims who have suffered disability, disfigurement or the death of a loved one want a sense of closure through the legal process. 

Our Toronto personal injury lawyers regularly handle one particular type of case. This gives them expertise/experience and familiarity with the current rulings/laws/insurance-regulations, time-frames, venues/jurisdictions, local court procedures etc. 

Keeping these factors in mind, it’s important that victims and family members select the right Toronto car accident lawyer or Toronto slip and fall injury lawyer to assist, advise and advocate for them. 

Who’s The Right Lawyer For You? 

Personal injury lawyers in Canada tend to represent either injured victims (plaintiffs) or at-fault parties (defendants.) They seldom represent both. As an injured victim, you need the services of a plaintiff’s lawyer. 

  • Check location, reputation, trial experience, winning record, qualifications, areas of expertise and biographical information.
  • If you know lawyers in other areas of practice, ask for recommendations. Family, friends, co-workers can also help.
  • If you speak another language, select lawyers whom you can comfortably communicate with.
  • Clarify matters of fees.
  • Listen to your gut-instinct, observe whether you’re treated with respect and courtesy.
  • Check whether they provide a realistic evaluation of your case. 

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)

Brampton Personal Injury Lawyer: Helping You To Achieve A Successful Outcome

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We Provide Assistance and Advice 

Brampton personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers understand that those who have been injured in accidents and their families are anxious about getting their lives back on track, making their lives whole again and recovering their health. 

Whether you’ve been injured in a car accident or a slip and fall accident, the resultant injuries can range from simple and minor cuts, lacerations, sprains, bruises etc to major spinal and neck damage, head injuries, traumatic brain injury, dental and facial injuries, amputation, permanent disability, cognitive or functional damage, disfigurement or even death. 

Most accidents are preventable and many of them are caused by someone’s fault or negligence. 

If you or a dear one has been injured in an accident, contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Brampton without delay. You may be entitled to compensation. 

We shield you from the complex legal, medical and insurance issues involved and ensure that your rights are safeguarded. 

How We Can Assist 

Our experienced Brampton car accident lawyer and Brampton slip and fall injury lawyer thoroughly assess and evaluate the circumstances of your case. In our first, no-obligations, free consultation, we provide a genuine and realistic opinion on the merits of your claim. This helps you take the right decision. 

Our 24 hour injury lawyers ensure that you get the right medical diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation.

Most injured victims and their families undergo enormous physical, financial and emotional trauma. There is significant disruption to the normal course of life. In such a vulnerable state, people tend to make hasty decisions, or feel pressurized to accept meagre settlements. They may not be fully competent to handle the complex paperwork, filing deadlines, deal with insurers, claims adjusters and at-fault parties. We represent you in all such matters keeping your interests uppermost. 

By conducting independent investigations, your Brampton personal injury lawyer can collect the necessary evidence to back your claim. This also helps to identify and establish liability of the at-fault party. 

Most personal injury claims are settled out-of-court. We can represent you in all negotiations and conferences to ensure that your cause is strongly advocated.  

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)

Mississauga Slip and Fall Injury Lawyers: What Makes A Successful Claim?

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Genuine Advice and Recommendations 

Mississauga personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers can advise clients injured in accidents that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to the problem of compensation. 

Successful claims depend on a number of factors. Our experienced 24 hour injury lawyers can evaluate the circumstances of your case immediately and give you a genuine, swift and realistic assessment of its merits, strengths and the challenges involved. 

Based on this, you can take the best decision that safeguards your rights and provides you with the compensation you deserve. 

Mississauga Personal Injury Lawyer

Challenges and Issues In Slip and Fall Cases 

Slip (or trip) and fall accidents are extremely common. They occur in all seasons, in private and public places, at any time of the day or night. 

The claim hinges on the concept of premises liability. In Ontario, the Occupier’s Liability Act deems that owners/managers/occupiers of a property have a duty of care to ensure the safety of all legitimate visitors to a reasonable extent. The suit or claim is thus made against the owner/occupier of a private, commercial or government-owned property. 

There are two major elements that contribute to a successful claim: 

  • Whether reasonable care was taken by the owner to prevent dangerous conditions
  • Whether the injured person was unaware of the hazard and was not excessively careless 

Our experienced Mississauga slip and fall injury lawyer can conduct independent investigations to determine whether the accident was caused by a pre-existing condition. We also assemble relevant data to prove that the accident could have been prevented if the owner had taken action. It’s also important to prove that the victim could not have anticipated the danger ahead and so was completely unaware. 

Strong claims arise from the fact that the owner did know of the hazardous condition, that it had been in existence long enough, but owner neglected to take corrective action or post warning signs. 

We Help You Build A Robust Claim 

Our team helps put together a claim based on expert testimony, eyewitness accounts (if available) documentary and photographic proof, medical and employment records, property-maintenance records etc. to assist you in getting the compensation you deserve. 

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)

Brampton Slip and Fall Accident Lawyers: Can Expert Witnesses Make a Difference?

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Presenting a Robust Claim 

Brampton personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers know from experience that the success of a personal injury suit or claim hinges on several crucial factors. 

  • Seeking legal advice as early as possible
  • Understanding your rights
  • Identifying your options, risks
  • Proving negligence or fault
  • Nature and extent of your injuries
  • Impact of injuries on your life 

Our experienced Brampton personal injury lawyers can provide a swift, genuine and comprehensive evaluation of your claim and advise you on its merits. This helps you to take the next step forward.

We Protect Your Rights

When you contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Brampton regarding claiming compensation in a slip and fall injury accident, we begin immediate independent investigations.

This helps to first of all identify the at-fault party. One of the issues in slip and fall cases is to find out who is really responsible for visitors’ safety on the premises. Property ownership is often quite complex and convoluted.

Another issue that 24 hour injury lawyers can assist with is to protect your rights.

How Expert Witnesses Can Help

We also help assemble a robust claim, backed by evidence from experts. Our experienced Brampton slip and fall injury lawyers can rely on these experts:

  • Architects, engineers and building contractors familiar with local municipal codes can testify that there was a code violation by the property owner.
  • Accident reconstruction or forensic experts can reconstruct the accident to demonstrate how and why it happened.
  • Traction and flooring specialists can demonstrate how the coefficient of friction affects safety. This is useful if your accident was caused by a slippery floor.
  • Medical and employment experts can testify about how your medical and rehabilitation costs will affect your financial situation.

Obviously the at-fault party will present its own set of experts who may try to dismiss, deny or minimize your claim. They may also cite various technicalities, complex legal, medical and insurance issues to perhaps compel you to accept a meager settlement.

Our knowledgeable and experienced Brampton personal injury lawyers can help you present a strong claim that proves negligence and liability so that you get the compensation you rightly deserve. 

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)

Toronto Personal Injury Lawyers: Do You Really Need One?

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How We Can Help 

Toronto personal injury lawyers Singh Barristers regularly handle cases where people have been injured in accidents caused by someone else’s fault or negligence. 

The immediate focus in such situations is to get prompt and competent medical attention. Following this, other procedural aspects have to be followed, based on the type of accident, extent of injuries etc. 

One of the key questions that most injured victims and their families may not be aware of is that almost all accidents are preventable. Because of this, it’s obvious that those who were responsible for the accident are also liable to pay compensation to the injured. 

Contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Toronto if you or a dear one has been injured in an accident. We can evaluate the circumstances and provide you with a swift, genuine and comprehensive opinion regarding seeking compensation. 

Toronto Personal Injury Lawyers

Toronto Personal Injury Lawyers

Dealing With Insurance Companies 

Compensation settlements and payouts are usually made by the at-fault party’s insurers. In Ontario, statutory benefits are available to victims of car accidents, regardless of fault. These are payable by the victim’s own insurers. 

However, as our experienced Toronto car accident lawyer and Toronto slip and fall injury lawyer know from experience, insurance companies and their claims adjusters tend to focus on their own business interests. They may adopt various manipulative or intimidation tactics to compel plaintiffs to accept a quick but meager settlement. They may also minimize the nature and extent of your injuries or the liability of their own clients. Claims are routinely rejected or dismissed on technical grounds, since there are several complex legal, medical and insurance issues involved. 

Insurers may also take advantage of injured victims while they are in an emotionally, physically and financially vulnerable state. They may get documents or waivers signed, get authorizations to access private and confidential medical, employment or financial records, or even get an admission stating that the victim’s own actions contributed partially or wholly responsible to the accident. 

Our knowledgeable 24 hour injury lawyers help you to get the best medical care and treatment, ensure that your rights are protected, put together a robust claim backed by evidence and represent you in all forums.  

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)