Car accidents caused by vehicle defects – can I claim?
As number of accidents is increasing day by day, along with this causalities are also on the rise. There is lot of stress given to the preventative measures so that the hazardous dimensions can be negated completely. Indubitably, most of people can prevent serious injuries by doing some simple check-ups of car parts such as a steering wheel, brakes, clutches etc. According to the stats of NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), more that 2 million people were injured in 2012 due to road accidents. These figures are staggeringly high if we consider safety features used by traffic management and ...
Initial consultation with a personal injury lawyer
We all want to negate any kind of mishaps in our lives as it is an invitation to a downward spiral which can be very costly. We cannot imagine the repercussions of an accident on our life as it can be long term, quite severe and devastating. Obviously, we don't want to be part of a negative situation which tends to cost us in terms of money, time and most importantly our well being. That is the reason why it is imperative that you should locate the reliable legal support well on time so that you can ensure that we ...
Pain and suffering claims Toronto – when can you sue?
It is tough times in life when you have to go through pain and suffering because of someone else’s negligence. While there are people who simply face the consequences and sit silently, but there are others who know their rights and sue the person responsible for the trouble they had to face. In order to become the latter one from the former one, you need to have knowledge about pain and suffering claims. And, this is something which the common man lacks in most of the cases. This is the reason why we are writing this post. By the time ...
Motorcycle accident claims in Toronto
Did you know that motorcycle accident claims in Toronto are amongst the most common types of claims in the GTA region? And, some of the most devastating injuries are being suffered after these accidents, even worse than after any other type of motor vehicle accidents. The thing is that even the best motorcycle riders can be involved in an accident at some point of time. The big question that you need to ask yourself is “Are you prepared to deal with aftermath of being involved in a motorcycle accident? Do you know anything about specifics of motorcycle accident claims in ...
Back injury from an MVA – why hire a personal injury lawyer?
Back injury from a car accident – Types, Treatments and why hire a personal injury lawyer? As we all know, car accident becomes the most common type of accident these days. Sadly, damage from such accidents isn't limited to vehicles only. In fact, in the list of most common injuries occurred due to car accidents, back injuries are on the higher rank. Back injuries can vary from mild sprains and disk herniation to fractured vertebrae and spinal cord damage. Even a minor incident can also cause back injuries because our body is not capable of bearing high impact of a ...
Monetary Recovery for Wrongful Death Claims in Toronto
Death is inevitable, but when an adversity like this strikes, especially due to someone else's, negligence then what is that you can do? No one can change destiny, but can there be something that will stand with you if God forbid you lose someone you love because of someone else's fault? Is there any monetary recovery for wrongful death claims in Toronto that you will get? If that is the question which comes to your mind quite often, then by the time you finish reading this article, you will have an answer to it. In fact, the answer to this ...
How to choose a car accident lawyer in Toronto
Choosing a car accident lawyer Let's say you are driving. You stop your car when you come across a red light. To pass the time, you start thinking about the task you want to accomplish by the end of the day anyhow, and then BAM! You hear that sound and when you tried to move forward and backward, you realized that someone has hit your car badly. And, right at that very moment, all your big plans for the day will flush down into the gutter. You will spend your whole day waiting for the police to come in order ...
Everything you need to know about serious injury claims in Toronto
Law is there to help people, and when we talk about situations when a person has to face physical and mental trauma because of someone else's fault, then knowing about which legal practices can help you becomes of utmost importance. In this article we are going to share some basic facts about the set of laws formulated to help people suffering from serious injuries caused due to the negligence of someone else. So, let us begin with understanding what exactly we are talking about here. What is a serious injury? As already stated, when a person faces an injury be ...
Do I need a lawyer after a car accident?
You might be asking a question to yourself again and again - "why do I need a lawyer?" Well, whether a car accident involves you, or loved ones – we are pretty sure that you want to get the best possible solution from the incident happened. In such cases, it is best to talk with an experienced lawyer who can help you out of the same situation. There are several reasons for getting in touch with the lawyer. However, before discussing the reasons to hire a lawyer, let's talk about the steps which need to be taken immediately after a ...
Premises Liability Laws in Ontario relating to Slip and Fall
Every property owner has a responsibility to keep their abodes safe and hazard free, not only for the people living there, but also for the visitors. However, in worst case when an injury occurs at a home, the responsibility falls on the homeowner for all the problems that the injured person has to go through. And, in case of slip and fall, the most common question that pops up in mind is who's responsible? This is where the legal term premises liability comes into picture. The definition goes somewhat like this ‘The legal responsibility of property owners to ensure that ...
$77 million settlement for families in Lac-Megantic rail disaster
The compensation plan offers payments from $328,000 to $3.7 million for the 47 individuals killed Families of the victims of the train crash near Lac-Megantic which happened back in 2013 are being proposed compensation around $77 million as a part of a plan to pay for the damages and reconstruction costs. The disaster has taken place when an unattended 74-car freight train carrying Bakken formation crude oil began rolling down the tracks and derailed, resulting in the fire and explosion of multiple tank cars. 42 people got killed, 5 more presumed dead. Another victim, a local firefighter who was among ...
Passenger in a car accident – personal injury lawyers Toronto
What a passenger in a car accident is eligible to If a passenger is injured in a car accident, filing a personal injury case is relatively a less complex affair compared to what another driver has to go through. This is because personal injury lawsuits are primarily dependent proving liability and damages, and a passenger is not an active party in a motor vehicle accident, ensuring that there is no need to prove any liability. If you’re a passenger in an auto collision, you can file a claim with a personal injury lawyer's help, but first you need to know ...