PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS IN TIMMINS
MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS
Motor vehicle collisions encompass all forms of personal injuries that occur in the operation of a motorized vehicle. These claims include cars, trucks, vans, snowmobiles, ATVs, motorcycles, boats, trains, and airplanes.
Many motor vehicle collisions entitle injured parties and their families to more than one claim. First, the injured person will be required to make a claim for no-fault Accident Benefits through the automobile insurer. This is not a claim for monetary compensation, but rather a claim for benefits which include medical and rehabilitation benefits, income replacement benefits, non-earner benefits and housekeeping benefits, among others. An application for these benefits must be made within 30 days from the date of the accident.
Next, injured parties may have a claim to pursue a tort action against the at-fault party involved in the motor vehicle collision. This is a lawsuit for monetary compensation, which includes claims for pain and suffering, lost wages, loss of housekeeping, out-of-pocket expenses and future care costs.
The lawyers at Meunier Carrier Lawyers have a deep understanding of all the intricacies involved in a successful motor vehicle collision claim. Our track record in obtaining exceptional results for our clients and their families extends over 35 years of combined experience and grounds our reputation in the industry. We will strive to make certain that your case is properly managed from start to finish, and will provide you with the support, guidance, and advocacy necessary to effectively advance your matter.
Should you have any questions about your legal needs, feel free to call our office in Timmins at 705-531-5500 for a free initial consultation for personal injury matters or email us at info@mclawyers.ca.
SLIP AND FALL INCIDENTS
Slip/trip and fall incidents may happen in almost any area in which you are walking, whether indoors or outdoors. The incidents may occur as a result of ice, snow, wet floors, debris, spilled liquids, uneven areas, stairs and steps, loose carpets, issues with stair height and depth, poor lighting, no handrails, poor maintenance or general hazards and obstructions in places like sidewalks, parking lots, business entrances, and workplaces.
If your slip/trip and fall accident occurs on municipal property you must notify the municipality in writing about the incident within 10 days, otherwise you will be forever barred from making a claim for these injuries. In most other slip/trip and fall incidents, you will have 2 years less a day to make a claim against the at-fault party for your injuries.
On December 8, 2020, Bill 118 received royal assent and became law in Ontario. Also known as the Occupier’s Liability Amendment Act, the new legislation implemented a sixty (60) day written notice period for all slip-and-fall claims caused by snow and/or ice on non-municipal/government property. However, these types of slip-and-fall claims are still subject to the two-year limitation period. For the purpose of clarity, when a slip and fall is caused by snow and/or ice and does not occur on government/municipal property, it is necessary to notify in writing the owner of the property where the incident occurred within (60) days from the time of the occurrence. Otherwise, no claim can be brought forth.
Our experienced personal injury lawyers understand the process relating to slip/trip and fall incidents and will vigorously advocate for you to ensure you obtain the compensation you deserve.
If you were involved in a trip/slip and fall incident, we encourage you to call Meunier Carrier Lawyers today for a consultation.
Please keep in mind that photos should be taken immediately after an incident to show the condition of the area where the incident occurred. Additionally, it is in your best interests to seek and obtain the names of witnesses and their contact number and file a report with a staff member where the incident occurred.
Should you have any questions about your legal needs, feel free to call our office in Timmins at 705-531-5500 for a free initial consultation for personal injury matters or email us at  info@mclawyers.ca.
DOG BITES AND ATTACKS
A dog bite and/or attack can be a traumatic event that may leave the victim with physical and psychological injuries.
Ontario imposes strict liability on dog owners. Strict liability means that the victim of the dog bite does not bear the onus of proving that the owner of the dog was negligent. Additionally, dog “owners” are described broadly under the Dog Owners’ Liability Act and include a person who possesses or harbours the said dog.
If you are the victim of a bite and/or attack by a dog or other type of domestic animal, you should follow these steps:
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Seek medical attention;
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Take photographs of the animal and injuries
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Report the attack to the police or animal services office;
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Get the names and contact information of witnesses;
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Keep a journal and record the date, time and location of the incident;
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Seek and obtain the name and contact of the owner of the animal;
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Find out the name of the dog, weight of the dog and which type of breed of dog, description of the animal;
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Our lawyers understand the process relating to dog attack/bite incidents and will vigorously advocate for you to ensure you obtain the compensation you deserve.
Should you have any questions about your legal needs, call our office in Timmins at 705-531-5500 for a free initial consultation for personal injury matters or email us at info@mclawyers.ca.
