Toronto Car Accident Lawyer
Car accidents are, unfortunately, a common occurrence here in Ontario. A Toronto car accident lawyer can fight for the compensation you deserve and need if you've been injured in a car accident due to no fault of your own. The car accident statistics here in Ontario are sobering
According to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, more than 300,000 motor vehicle collisions occur across the province each year, including over 65,000 that result in injury and roughly 500 to 700 that result in fatalities. Unfortunately, as you know, most of these accidents were preventable, which means thousands of people are wrongfully injured in car accidents every single year. This is unacceptable, and if you or a loved one has sustained a serious injury in a car accident, it is critical that you contact Merricks Law Group so we can work to obtain your rightful compensation today.
Why Hire a Toronto Car Accident Lawyer?
If you've been injured in a car accident in Ontario, don't hire just any lawyer; hire a lawyer who understands that your health and recovery is of paramount importance. Our Toronto personal injury lawyer understands and respects your right to a swift recovery, and our firm is ready to help you through every step of the claims process ahead.
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Types of Car Accidents
Unfortunately, there are many different types of car accidents, though most of them are preventable. Some of the most common types of car accidents that we see are as follows:
Rear-end Collisions
These collisions often occur when one motorist tails the other motorist in front of them. When people are distracted or otherwise do not allot the sufficient amount of time to brake, when the motorist in front stops, the tailing motorist may rear-end the other driver. The rear-ending driver is almost always at-fault.
Head-on Collisions
These are often the most deadly types of auto accidents, and if you’ve been hurt because a motorist was driving on the wrong side of the road or going the wrong way down a one-way street, you will most likely qualify for compensation.
T-Bone Crashes
This is when a motorist is driving straight through a yellow light while another motorist moving in the opposite direction makes a left turn and crashes.
What to do After Being Involved in a Car Accident
If you are injured in a car accident, as long as you are physically capable, it is critical that you take several steps to bolster your chances of winning a future personal injury claim. Those steps are as follows
Call the police if anyone is injured. Police will send an ambulance and, once they arrive, write up a police report documenting the facts of your accident. For accidents involving only property damage, you can typically report the incident at a designated Collision Reporting Centre.
Ask the other driver for his or her insurance information.
Ask anyone who saw your accident happen for their name, phone number, and email address.
Take pictures of the scene of the accident, including any damage to your car, as well as any damage to the other motorist’s vehicle.
Once you are treated, keep records of your diagnosis, treatment plan, and any out-of-pocket costs not covered by OHIP — such as physiotherapy, medication, or medical equipment — as this documentation is essential for your accident benefits and personal injury claim.
As soon as possible after receiving treatment, hire a knowledgeable Toronto car accident lawyer who can work to uncover all additional evidence you may need to prove your personal injury claim
After Filing Your Car Accident Claim
After you file your car accident claim, one of the most important things to keep in mind is that the other party’s insurance company will most likely be monitoring your social media accounts to see if anything you post contradicts your claim. For example, if you post a picture or video of you running a marathon, they may use that picture/video to “prove” that you do not qualify for compensation, even if they have to take the post out of context. Though this may seem unfair, the truth is, insurance companies are businesses, and unfortunately, they often care more about their bottom line than anything else. This is why it is generally best to avoid posting on social media entirely until your personal injury claim is resolved.
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Recoverable Damages in a Car Accident
If you have been seriously injured in a Toronto car accident, you may be considering a claim against the negligent party. If your car accident case is successful, you may be able to recover significant compensation for the burdens that you have faced as a result of the accident. Some of the damages that you may be able to recover with the help of a Toronto car accident lawyer include:
- Out-of-pocket medical and rehabilitation costs not covered by OHIP or your accident benefits
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
If you are a car accident victim in Toronto, contact Merricks Law Group today for a free consultation.
Ontario's Limitation Period for Car Accident Claims
As you know, there is a limitation period in place for filing personal injury claims in Ontario. The limitation period for most personal injury claims in Ontario is, generally, two years, meaning that you must file your lawsuit within two years of the date of your accident. Keep in mind that your accident benefits claim through your own insurer has its own, much shorter deadlines, so it's important to act quickly on both fronts. The sooner you file your claim, the better, and the longer you wait, the more difficult it will be to prove that your injuries truly occurred as a result of your accident. The bottom line is that you should not put off filing your claim — simply speak with an experienced Toronto car accident lawyer with Merricks Law Group today. Our firm is always here to help.
Contact Our Toronto Car Accident Lawyer
If you've been injured in a car accident, do not stand idly by and hope that your injury heals on its own. Our firm has helped countless individuals in Toronto and throughout the Greater Toronto Area for years, and we are ready to provide you with the experienced legal assistance you deserve and need as well. If you have any additional questions or you are ready to get started, contact Merricks Law Group to schedule your initial consultation.
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