In the unfortunate event you or a loved one are seriously injured, you may be eligible to receive compensation for your injuries. To do so, you or your loved one will be required to seek a personal injury attorney or personal injury lawyer, to help make the claim. If this is your first time seeking
Often times when one thinks of personal injury lawyers, they think of cases involving physiological harm, such as falls or motor vehicle accidents. However, often unbeknownst is Ottawa law firms also take on personal injury cases involving the psychological damage such as bullying or cyber-bullying. Although personal injury cases involving psychological harm may not be
Isabelle was driving her kids to daycare when the unthinkable happened. Just as her light turned green and her minivan started into the intersection, another driver ran the red light at top speed and slammed into the driver’s side of Isabelle’s car. Thankfully, the kid’s car seats protected them from serious injury. They had a
Getting in a vehicle accident, especially a large one involving a truck, can be scary and cause significant injuries and fatalities. If you are not seriously injured, you may still be quite shaken and confused after the event. Although the hope is that no one will have to go through this unfortunate situation, should you
Have you been in an accident in the Ottawa area and sustained a personal injury? You may be wondering if an Ottawa personal injury lawyer can help you seek compensation for your type of injury. The good news is that attorneys who practice personal injury law are experts in all types of personal injury cases,
In Ottawa, our long winters and short summers mean we make the most of the warm weather by enjoying numerous outdoor activities. However, when participating in summer-time activities, there is always a risk you could be injured in an accident. Dealing with an injury is no way to spend your time during this glorious season,
Almost everyone will be involved in some type of fender bender at some point in their life. These are usually minor and often result in no damage or very little damage to either the vehicle or the people involved. Unfortunately, not everyone is so lucky and many families are devastated by serious car accidents every
Property owners across Ontario, including Ottawa, are subject to the Province of Ontario’s Occupiers’ Liability Act. This means they are responsible for ensuring the safety of employees and visitors on their property. Should they fail to do so and someone slips, trips or falls on their property, they can be held liable and be required
1. What areas does a personal injury lawyer cover? The term personal injury can be ambiguous, so what exactly does it cover? Well it can include the following: Vehicle Accidents Slips and Falls Dog Bites Insurance Disputes Disability Claims Negligence Bullying 2. Product Liability Will they give me free lawyer advice? This depends on the
It’s unfortunate that we need personal injury lawyers. Even more unfortunate, is the fact that research shows residents will only continue to need the services of Ottawa law firms over the coming years. In 2010, the City of Ottawa published the Burden of Injury report, which indicates a steady climb in the number of Ottawans
