What You Need to Know About Car Accident Claims in Ontario

When injured in a serious car accident, Cariati law can help.

It is never a good day when you are seriously injured in a car accident. There are so many matters to deal with, and it is scary. Focusing on your injuries, recovery, medical bills, doctor visits, therapy, then dealing with the insurance company is very difficult. Lots of red tape. Insurance companies want to pay you as little as possible for your claim. An experienced personal injury lawyer will fight to get you the maximum recovery under Ontario’s no-fault car insurance system called the ‘Insurance Act.

The law in Ontario requires that the insurance company of the person or company responsible for your auto accident pay for your injuries and repairs.

Many victims of car accidents try to handle their own personal injury claims, trusting that the insurance companies involved will settle promptly and fairly. Unfortunately, that is often not the case. The vehicle accident injury lawyers at Cariati Law will look out for your best interest to ensure you receive the appropriate compensation. Our obligation is to you.

Negotiating on your own or waiting until the insurance company makes an offer can be frustrating and costly. One wrong move or one mistake can cost you money. Delaying or guessing about the value of your Ontario, Canada, personal injury case can result in the loss of valuable rights and thousands of dollars. Cariati Law will fight to recover the maximum compensation for you.

You may have a claim to recover for medical bills, lost wages, car rentals, pain and suffering, and more. An auto accident lawyer in Toronto from Cariati Law injury & disability lawyers is highly experienced in auto accident law. Our expert case managers and investigators will take care of getting the proof needed to recover your total damages when you’ve been injured. We will use every available resource to help you.

You may have a claim to recover for medical bills, lost wages, car rentals, property damage, pain and suffering, and more. An auto accident lawyer in Toronto from Cariati Law injury & disability lawyers is highly experienced in auto accident law. Our expert case managers and investigators will take care of getting the proof needed to recover your total damages when you’ve been injured. We will use every available resource to help you.

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What To Do When Involved In An Auto Accident

Do Not Leave the Accident Scene if you are involved in a car accident, you must stay at the
accident scene until you exchange information with the other driver, or you may be criminally prosecuted.

Take steps to avoid additional collisions, such as moving your car to the side of the road, turning on your flasher lights, lighting flares, and raising the hood of your car.

Exchange Information with the operator of the other motor vehicle(s), including the name, address, date of birth, and driver’s license number of the operator and owner of the car (if different from the operator), registration number, and name of the insurance company. (Always keep a pen and pad of paper in your car.)

Inform the Police – Contacting the police is very important because the police will prepare a detailed motor vehicle accident report. This report will contain important facts regarding your claim that will come in handy when you seek legal advice.

Never Admit Liability – Never admit your liability before you seek legal advice from a personal injury lawyer. When you are speaking with other drivers, passengers, paramedics, or police, just provide a truthful account of the incident – do not accept responsibility for the accident.

Get Appropriate Information. If possible, you should attempt to obtain the following information: Names and addresses of witnesses; Note the damage to the motor vehicles; Note any skid marks and the approximate distance; Draw a diagram of the scene, noting the names of streets, intersections, traffic signals or signs, and location of the motor vehicles; and, if you happen to have a camera with you, take photos of the scene and motor vehicles.

Obtain Medical Treatment – If you are injured, seek appropriate medical treatment and follow your doctor’s orders regarding any treatment (i.e. physical therapy), tests (i.e. x-ray and M.R.I.), and prescriptions.

Seek Legal Advice; contact Cariati Law toll-free at 1.888.629.8040. A personal injury lawyer will help you deal with the various issues that arise following a car accident, such as contacting insurance companies, claims for compensation for medical bills and lost wages, evaluating and settling claims, and, if necessary, litigating car accident claims.

Remember these helpful tips …

• As difficult as it may seem, it is important that you remain calm.
• Do not argue with other drivers and passengers. Save your story for the police.
• Do not voluntarily assume liability or take responsibility, sign statements regarding fault, or promise to pay for damage at the scene of the accident.
• Be careful of unauthorized tow truck operators pressuring you to have your vehicle towed, demanding immediate payment for the tow, or attempting to take your vehicle to a garage or body shop of their choice. They may try to use the confusion of the moment to intimidate you into allowing your vehicle to be towed.
• If you feel you are being pressured, ask the police for the name of an authorized tow truck operator and have your vehicle towed to a Collision Reporting Centre or a police compound until you can talk to your insurance company.

Who to Call After an Auto Accident?

Every Ontario, Canada injury & disability lawyer at Cariati Law is innovative, highly experienced, and result-oriented when serving the diverse legal needs of our clients. Our lawyers are committed to protecting your rights. When injured in a Mississauga car accident, make one call to Cariati Law.

It’s important to hire a car accident lawyer in Toronto handle your Toronto car accident claim. Out top accident law firm is ready to help you manage all of the details of your injury claim so you can focus on your recovery.

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