What’s involved in filing a personal injury claim?

You have had an accident!!!

You are injured. You cannot work and life at home is not the same.

You have decided to start a lawsuit against the person that caused your injuries.

You make an appointment with a lawyer. It is so important that you bring all the information you have. Don't leave anything at home. Let the lawyer decided what is important.

In order to draft a claim on your behalf, the lawyer will need the date and time of the accident. Witness names and contact information and any medical information you may have. If you have a the motor vehicle accident report, medical reports and/or documentation from your own insurance company, bring it as the lawyer will need to review this information to draft a claim.

You will need to be totally honest about your injuries from the accident as well as any pre-existing injuries or health problems.

You will need to share with the lawyer how your injuries have impacted your life at home and work.

The lawyer will draft a claim based upon the information provided and the file it with the court. It will then be served on the person who caused your injuries.

That is how you start a claim.


Among the best in Canada

Since 2011, our peers have consistently voted for us as one of Canada’s top personal injury firms in Canadian Lawyer magazine’s annual rankings of the top personal injury boutiques in Canada.

Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP – Award – Canadian Lawyer Magazine
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