Most Common Types of Personal Injury Cases

Types of Personal Injury Cases

Car accidents are among the most common personal injury cases we handle at Mirian Law Firm. We assist clients with Accident Benefits and negligence (Tort) claims. Suppose you have been injured in a car accident, whether due to your fault or another driver’s negligence; we can help you secure the compensation you deserve. In Ontario, you can claim accident benefits regardless of fault. These benefits cover medical rehabilitation, income replacement, and non-earner benefits to aid recovery. …

Tips For Dealing with Insurance Companies

Dealing with Insurance Companies

So, you have found yourself suffering a loss from a motor vehicle accident or because of someone else’s negligent action. If this is the case, then during your personal injury case, you will have to deal with insurance companies. It is important to learn certain tips for dealing with insurance companies throughout the course of your case.
Tip #1 Watch What You Say 
This is the most fundamental tip when dealing with insurance companies. …

What Are You Looking for in a Personal Injury Firm?

What are you Looking for in a Personal Injury Firm

Before you pursue a personal injury claim, you must choose a firm that best suits your needs. The most essential aspect when picking a personal injury firm is having knowledgeable lawyers. You want someone with experience dealing with your type of case and who will advocate for your needs. At Mirian Law, we have lawyers with over ten years of experience in personal injury claims in Ontario.
Compassionate Lawyers
Suffering a personal injury can be a traumatic experience. …

Can I Still Make a Claim if the Accident was my Fault?

Claim if the Accident was my Fault

The answer to that question is yes. In Ontario, anyone is eligible to claim Accident Benefits, also known as No-Fault Accident Benefits. You might be asking, what are Accident Benefits? That is a fundamental question to ask. Accident Benefits are a part of your auto insurance coverage, designed to help cover treatment and expenses you may incur due to injuries suffered during a car accident. There are different types of Accident Benefits that you may be eligible for, …

How to Get Out of Minor Injury Guidelines?

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Once you are in a car accident, your car insurance policy will provide you with Accident Benefits. Everyone is eligible for treatment for minor injuries sustained during a car accident. The insurer does not need to approve the treatment for minor injuries. The maximum amount of money an insurance company will give for minor injuries is $3,500. This is given in three block treatments of four weeks, each for twelve weeks. This money is to help you get treatment to be able to get back to your pre-accident self. …

What to Look for in a Personal Injury Firm?

Personal injury firm

Before pursuing a personal injury claim, you must choose a firm that best suits your needs. The most essential aspect is finding a knowledgeable lawyer. You want someone with experience dealing with similar cases and who will advocate for your needs. At Mirian Law, we have lawyers with over ten years of experience in personal injury claims.
Compassionate Lawyers
Suffering a personal injury can be a traumatic experience. You need a compassionate lawyer who will listen to your case and make you feel comfortable when recounting traumatic situations. …

Tractors and Collisions: What You Need to Know

If you’ve been involved in a collision with a farm tractor, here are a few things you should know.
A Farm Tractor Is Not an Automobile
A farm tractor is not generally considered an automobile within the meaning of Part VI of the Insurance Act of Ontario. Part VI pertains to automobile insurance, but it does not normally apply to farm tractors. This is because farm tractors are not generally required by law to have automobile insurance. …

Gross Negligence in Municipal Slip and Falls

If you have been injured by slipping and falling due to snow or ice on a public sidewalk, recovering for your loss can be challenging. The standard to overcome in a successful lawsuit is quite high.
Understanding the Municipal Act, 2001
The Municipal Act, 2001, applies to incidents causing personal injury on municipal property. Section 44(9) states:
“Except in case of gross negligence, a municipality is not liable for a personal injury caused by snow or ice on a sidewalk.”
What Is Gross Negligence? …

Business Interrupted Due to COVID-19? Here’s What You Need to Know

covid-19 business interruption insurance lawyersBusinesses all across Ontario have been impacted by COVID-19 to varying degrees with many business owners rightfully concerned about the future of their livelihoods. While we’ve all been forced to make both personal and professional adjustments to cope with the uncertainties and uneasiness brought on by this unprecedented health crisis, non-essential small businesses are arguably taking the hardest hit. These are well-known, established, and beloved institutions that are longstanding fixtures within their communities. To see them being financially devastated by COVID-19 is equally heartbreaking and tragic. …

What happens if a person does not have the capacity to pursue a civil lawsuit?

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The Role of the Litigation Guardian
Ontario’s legal system contains many safeguards to protect the rights of children and mentally incapable persons who start a lawsuit.
In legal terms, a person under the age of 18, or an adult who lacks the mental capacity to make certain decisions, is a “party under disability”. Persons under disability must be represented by a Litigation Guardian before commencing an action for damages. A Litigation Guardian is someone over the age of 18 who has authority to instruct counsel throughout the litigation. …