Suffering an injury, however simple or complex it may seem initially, can have long-term health effects. A lot can add up, from medical treatment expenses to lost wages and overall impact on quality of life.
If your injury is caused by the intentional actions of another person or their negligence, seeking an Ajax personal injury lawyer can ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. Here are the kinds of cases personal injury lawyers handle.
Case #1: Motor Vehicle Accidents
Car accidents are a common type of personal injury case that all personal injury lawyers should have significant experience handling. Motor vehicle accidents often involve distracted driving, speeding, and drunk driving. They can also be bus, bicycle, motorcycle, or pedestrian accidents.
A personal injury lawyer can aid with collecting evidence, investigating and building a strong case in your favour, and negotiating with insurance companies who notoriously want to come up with any reason not to pay out.
Case #2: Slip And Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents fall under the purview of a personal injury lawyer. They are also very common and can occur in any number of settings. If you’ve been injured from a slip and fall tied to a property owner’s negligence, you may be able to recover damages.
Slips and falls can occur in stores, restaurants, public spaces, sidewalks, or anywhere. They can also occur at work, falling into another category of law: workplace accident cases or sometimes long-term injury benefit collection cases.
Case #3: Workplace Accidents
When an employee is injured on the job, a personal injury lawyer may be able to help in accessing workers’ compensation and navigating obstacles to receiving what’s rightfully owed to you in benefits.
Common workplace accidents may include construction accidents, exposure to toxic chemicals or substances, building collapse, electrocution or electric shock, fires and explosion accidents, workplace violence, injuries or disabilities stemming from repetitive work motions, and accidents resulting from equipment failure.
As with any physical injuries, there may also be mental consequences a victim sustains that can last long after the physical recovery is complete. Consider consulting with a personal injury lawyer to have your case evaluated.
Case #4: Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice is when a patient has been injured due to negligent care from a healthcare professional, i.e. a doctor, nurse, hospital, clinic, or otherwise. The situations that would fall under medical malpractice include errors made in surgery, misdiagnosis, anesthesia, or prescribing the wrong medications.
These make up one of the more complex and technical areas of personal injury law and can be difficult to prove. They can require much time and resources to build the necessary evidence.
Case #5: Dog Bite Injuries
Many households across Canada have a dog as loyal and affectionate as dogs can be. Even dogs with no signs of violence or aggression can suddenly attack and cause injury. Dog bites can be very traumatic and serious, resulting in permanent scarring and a possibility of infection.
There may also be psychological effects that last for years. If you’ve been bitten by a dog and incurred a serious injury, a personal injury lawyer may be able to help and assess if you are entitled to compensation from the pet owner.
Case #6: Catastrophic Injuries
A catastrophic injury causes severe disability or disfigurement. Examples are head injuries, neck injuries, paralysis, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), spinal cord injuries, burn injuries, disfigurement, or amputation of a loss or loss of function. Catastrophic injuries can occur from almost anything and happen anywhere.
Be it a highway collision, a sports injury, or an assault. You may be entitled to compensation to cover medical care and income loss, among other things. Consulting with a personal injury lawyer is the first step toward determining what compensation may be available to you.
Case #7: Wrongful Death
Wrongful death is when a person or party’s negligent actions have resulted in another person’s death. These are complex cases to navigate from a legal perspective and can be excessively difficult for individuals and families.
Wrongful death cases can be brought against individuals, companies, and government agencies. Canada’s most common wrongful death cases are car accidents, medical malpractice, product liability, and homicide.
Case #8: Product Liability
Products can be defective and cause harm to their user. This may relate to anything from a faulty motor vehicle part to faulty electronics in an appliance. A personal injury incurred through exposure to a defective product suggests there may be a case to hold a company that has designed, manufactured, or sold a product liable.
As with other forms of personal injury law, not every personal injury lawyer is experienced in product liability cases. Be sure to inquire with parties you meet about their skills, knowledge, and experience handling this type of case.
