Personal Injury Scarborough – Providing Services Since 1982
Scarborough battles with serious personal injuries as much as the rest of Ontario, and Canada as a whole. Statistics have shown that the annual cost of personal injuries was at nearly $20 million for the people of Canada in 2009. With similar numbers since, the people of Scarborough, Ontario should know their rights and be aware that they have options with Personal Injury firm in Ontario: Edson Legal.
Slip & Falls Scarborough
If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident due to the negligence of another, you are entitled to compensation under Ontario law. Damages in personal injury lawsuits include pain and suffering, loss of future earnings, loss of competitive advantage, past lost wages, medical and rehabilitation costs, additional household expenses, and Family Law Act damages. Legal fees/costs and HST are also partially recoverable. However, it is not automatic that the at-fault party’s insurer will want to settle your claim. They will give various reasons why not to settle or why not to settle for the amount you have asked for. You need a lawyer to help you prove your case. At Edson Legal, we have a compendium of damages awarded in different types of slip and fall accident claims, which will help us compare your claim to historical settlement payouts. We will gather and present evidence to increase the chances of your claim being honored. The monies needed to prove a successful claim can be overwhelming for most people. If you do not have the money, you need not worry because you will only pay us if and when we win the case. Hiring us also gives you time to recover from your injuries.
LTD Insurance Scarborough
Car accidents, motorcycle accidents, and slip-and-fall accidents sometimes lead to long-term disability. Long-term disability (LTD) benefits are meant to cover 60% to 70% of your income in case of such an accident given that workplace insurance only kicks in if the injury takes place at your workplace. LTD benefits are also available after a disabling illness or disease. You can pay LTD insurance premiums yourself, your employer can pay for you, or you can split the premiums with your employer. Note the payment will not be taxed if you pay for yourself, but it will be if the employer is making the payments. The policy will spell out what qualifies as a long-term disability. Most policies often call for a change in the eligibility test after two years of disability to determine if you will continue to get compensation. Given that what qualifies as long-term disability is not always straightforward and the fact that insurers often cite misrepresentation or mistakes made when purchasing the premium, you need a lawyer to ensure the insurance company complies. At Edson Legal, we ensure our Scarborough clients get exactly what they deserve in good time. Our team is available for a free consultative session to determine if your claim has merit.
Catastrophic injuries Scarborough
What qualifies as a catastrophic injury is spelled out on the FSCO (Financial Services Commission of Ontario) Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule. These include paralysis (paraplegia or tetraplegia), blindness on both eyes, traumatic brain injury, amputation, and severe impairment of use of an arm or ambulatory mobility, among others. A catastrophic injury will greatly impact your life. You will not be able to work or to socialize as you used to. To ensure medical and rehabilitation costs, home maintenance and housekeeping costs, attendant care costs and other costs don’t drain your resources, fight for catastrophic injury compensation vigorously. At Edson Legal, we have been representing motor vehicle accident and slip and fall accident victims in catastrophic injury claims. The law is very complicated, starting with proving that your injuries are actually catastrophic. We retain leading medical and vocational experts to make this determination, which explains our high win rate. Other than determining the severity of your injuries, we will also assist you to file the claim, gather and interview eye witnesses, and hold mediation meetings with the insurer. If the claim is denied and we feel the insurer has no grounds for the denial, we will take the claim to trial.
Travel Insurance Scarborough
When traveling for pleasure or business, travel insurance covers you in case of an accident or illness, trip cancelation and other eventualities. However, the same insurer that takes your premiums without question could delay or even deny your claim. If this happens, you need a lawyer. Your insurer could argue that you did not declare a pre-existing medical condition. At Edson Legal, we will call experts to show that your injuries or illness was unforeseen if you are accused of engaging in dangerous activities or sports. Similarly, if the insurer argues that you engaged in hazardous activities or sports, we will argue that the activity or sport is safe under normal circumstances. Filing for travel insurance compensation can be time and energy-consuming and it can greatly disrupt your life. At Edson Legal, we will file the claim ourselves, gather the relevant evidence, and represent you in the meeting with your insurer. Our team has vast experience, having been in business since 1982. When you come to us, we will give you a free initial consultation. The fact that we do not ask for any fees or disbursements unless and until we recover monies for you is proof that we will give your claim full attention.
Life Insurance Scarborough
Money from a life insurance policy can lessen the emotional pain of losing a loved one, but denial of a life insurance claim adds to the misery. Life insurance companies deny insurance claims for a variety of reasons, among them material misrepresentations in the application for insurance, nonpayment of premiums/policy lapse, post-divorce beneficiary changes, and beneficiaries not designated in the file. Although life insurers can deny claims on valid grounds, the law expects them to act in good faith. They are expected to acknowledge, investigate, and either approve or deny the claim within a reasonable time, to provide prompt, ongoing communication, and to provide detailed reasons for denial of claims. If the insurer fails to abide by these and other standards set forth by Ontario law, this could be grounds for you to sue the insurance company for breach of contract or bad faith. You can also sue to contest the reason put forth for denial. At Edson Legal, we assist clients with delayed and denied life insurance claims. Our team will make the necessary correspondences and make all arguments on your behalf. We have a high win rate and you will only pay us if and when you win the claim.
Scarborough Car Accident Lawyers
Most Scarborough car accident injury victims settle their accident benefits claims for too little. The main reason for this is they do not know what the law says on what is owed to them. Most people believe that they are entitled to income replacement benefits for 2 years. However, if you are still unable to work after 2 years, you can apply for catastrophic benefits if you haven’t already settled the claim. Following injury in a car accident, the no-fault insurance regulations in Ontario as outlined by the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule or SABS requires the at fault driver to settle your damages. You are entitled to up to $400 dollars in income replacement benefits, medical and rehab benefits, caregiver benefits, and non-earner benefits. If you lose a loved one in an accident, you are entitled to death and funeral benefits. Other additional benefits covered by accident benefit covers include lost education expenses, expense of visitors, housekeeping/home maintenance benefits, cost of examinations, and damage to belongings. You could also file a tort claim against the at fault driver for pain and suffering, loss of income, loss of competitive advantage and opportunities, housekeeping expenses, medical care expenses, and loss of interdependent relationship. Car accident settlements and tort claims in Ontario are complex and you need a lawyer to increase your chance of success and to get as much as reasonably possible. At Edson Legal, we have an impressive win rate since we started in 1982. Contact us today for a FREE consultative session to discuss the merits of your claim.
Motorcycle Accidents
When riding a motorcycle, you have little to no protection. This is why many people who are involved in motorcycle accidents tend to suffer serious injuries such as spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and even death. Unfortunately, sometimes motorcycle accidents in Scarborough occur due to a negligent driver who was distracted, speeding or generally careless. At Edson Legal, we offer legal and personal help to serious motorcycle accident victims and their families. Our goal is to defend the rights of these motorcycle accident victims in Scarborough and get the best result. We have dealt with motorcycle accident cases where a negligent driver simply did not take the necessary caution and it resulted in a serious accident. We are truly committed to helping families who are going through serious financial strain as well as psychological trauma to get the justice they deserve. Our staff will walk hand in hand with you and help access all the necessary evidence to prove your case. We have handled motorcycle accident claims for many years and we promise to offer the best legal representation that you deserve. Talk to us today to get advice if you or a loved one was involved in a motorcycle accident in Scarborough.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents
When involved in a serious pedestrian and bicycle accident in Scarborough, you need serious lawyers by your side to fight your case. Pedestrian accidents can be life-changing and result in serious psychological trauma that affects you and your family. It’s important to fully understand your legal rights when involved in such an accident. When you partner with Edson Legal, be rest assured that you’ll be working with the experienced lawyer and his staff and who will do what it takes to help you obtain compensation. Whether you want to file a claim against your own insurance company or against the at-fault party, we’ll advise you on all the options you have and recommend the best way forward. When involved in a pedestrian or bicycle accident, the burden of proof is on you to show that the other party’s negligence contributed to the accident. Our experienced counsel will assist you in conducting all the necessary investigations to prove your claim. We will bring a motion before the court to demand access to full records and provide witness and expert statements that help prove your case. Don’t wait too long to hire an experienced legal team as this could have a negative impact on the outcome of your claim.
Wrongful Death
Have you lost a loved one due to someone’s negligent or reckless actions? Our experienced staff are here to listen and help. We know just how difficult it can be to deal with a legal claim when you and the rest of the family are still grieving. That’s why we promise to make the entire process as smooth as possible for you. It’s our job to handle the complexities of the wrongful death claim as you mourn your loved one. We have the legal expertise you need to ensure you get the full and fair compensation you deserve. You may qualify for compensation for loss of care, loss of companionship and other financial damages like funeral expenses after the death of your loved one. At Edson Legal, we don’t settle for anything less than what our clients need and deserve. We have a passion for personal injury cases and we don’t rest until we’ve ensured that the client is well taken care of after the death of a loved one. Wrongful death claims are certainly some of the most complicated personal injury cases to pursue. We are ready to take on the challenge and give our best for your legal representation.
Brain Injury
Brain injuries are often life-threatening because they involve a host of complications that one can develop in the short or long term. For this reason, traumatic brain injury cases are some of the most difficult personal injury claims to pursue. At Edson Legal, we come with the skill, experience, and passion needed to pursue your claim and do all that’s in our power to give our client the best outcome. If you or a loved one has sustained trauma to the head as a result of another party’s negligent actions, speak to our personal injury lawyer in Scarborough today. We are ready to discuss your situation and advise on the best course of action to take. We have extensive experience handling complex traumatic brain injury cases so you can rest assured that justice will be served. When you call us today, we will organize for a free case evaluation, which helps us to better assess your situation. We promise that you will not have to pay any fees until we settle. Our goal is to ensure that your rights are protected and you receive the full and fair compensation that you deserve.
Spinal Injury
The nature of spinal cord injuries requires that you get the advice of a reputable personal injury lawyer with years of experience handling similar claims. Spinal cord injuries are some of the most complex cases in personal injury law. A firm like Edson Legal comes with trial experience as well as the resources that you need to take on the insurance company that is looking to make the least payout. Our legal team will not only offer you sound advice but also make you feel comfortable by taking the time to answer all the questions you may have. We will perform an initial assessment to better understand your situation and advise on the next course of action. Spinal injuries often result in very high rehabilitation and long term care expenses, which must be taken into account when filing your claim. These costs alone can run into millions of dollars so it’s really important to work with a lawyer who has experience pursuing similar claims. Our staff in Scarborough will get the expert opinion needed to ensure you are rightfully compensated. We have handled spinal injury cases in Scarborough and helped victims and their families to get the legal and medical help they need after the injury.
Serious Accident Claims
Serious injuries are painful and costly: physically, emotionally, and financially. As such, your serious injury claim requires an experienced lawyer who will fight for you to receive the compensation or settlement you deserve, so that you may recover from your injuries.
As an injured victim, you are legally entitled to compensation following a serious injury or accident, such as:
- Brain Injuries
- Dog Bites
- Product Liability Claims
- Orthopaedic Injuries
- Long-Term Disability Claims
- Travel Medical Insurance Claims
- Car, Motorcycle, Bike, ATV, and Boating Accidents
- Critical Illness Insurance Claims
- Life Insurance Claims
- …and more.
We are expertly equipped to take on insurance and legal issues that arise after your injury. Edson Legal will go above and beyond for our clients, even setting precedents in court regarding fair compensation for Ontario car crash victims (e.g., Cugliari v. White, Ontario Court of Appeal), which effectively changed the law and made it easier for the people of Ontario to receive the compensation they are due.
With transportation accidents (e.g., cars, motorcycles, buses, etc…) resulting in injuries on the rise (up to 20% of the total personal injury claims in Canada), the impact on so many victims, especially Ontario, demands that fair compensation is distributed to the injured victims, so they may recuperate and receive back lost wages and money spent on medical bills.
The people of Scarborough have legal firm available for their personal injury claims. Edson Legal’s history of success and creating strong cases for our clients have resulted in burdens lifted from the shoulders of the injured and fair settlements to victims. So allow Edson Legal to fight for you with our legal know-how in personal injury, disability claims, and insurance law. We will ensure that you completely understand your rights under the law, medical treatments you need, and the legal process with our lawyers; as well as the financial compensation you deserve and the process that occurs if your case is settled or goes to trial.
Having won more than 10 million dollars in settlements and claims for our clients in 2014 alone, our track record and dedication speaks for itself. At Edson Legal, we are not afraid to invest in you to secure compensation from lost wages and medical bills. As a client, you need not worry about paying any upfront costs or retainer fees—we only get paid when our clients win compensation from the insurance companies.
It is important to make an appointment immediately following a serious accident. Our lawyers will begin working for the injured of Scarborough while the evidence is fresh and before any claims deadlines pass. We will explain our fee structure, your legal options, and where your claim stands. We believe in what we do at Edson Legal and we invest everything in our clients in the highest confidence that we will win your case and get you the help you need.
