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
A Good Litigation Lawyer Takes Your Case All the Way All lawyers are not created equal. Agreeing to a settlement to avoid a long and costly court battle is often in the best interest of the injured party who has suffered enough, and who just wants to get back to their normal life. Of course,
Accidents happen all the time. Some accidents are not cause for concern and the worst injuries that ensue are minor bumps and bruises. However, in other cases, after more serious accidents such as car collisions, severe injuries to the spine, brain, internal organs and nerve damage, can be sustained. In the most catastrophe of cases,
In the right situation, hiring an accident lawyer can be extremely beneficial: they can help you sort through the aftermath of your accident with efficiency and can also help you get the financial compensation you deserve. However, not every scenario warrants working with a lawyer. This is why taking advantage of free lawyer consultations, when
It’s vital that a personal injury lawyer is present for accident claims. For small claims, is a personal injury attorney necessary? Ottawa law firms encourage you to choose the right answer. An attorney is just as important for small claims as it is for large claims. The stigma is that a personal injury lawyer isn’t
Picture this situation: you’ve been injured in a car collision and you have brought a personal injury compensation claim against the at-fault driver and his insurance company. On a few consecutive days you notice a strange car parked on your street and in it there is a man who appears to be taking pictures… Could
One of the first things that has to be done after getting into a vehicle accident is to get a free lawyer consultation from a few lawyers in your area. This is especially important if you are injured in the accident, and it was due to the neglect of someone else. In a case like
