If you have been injured and have filed a claim, then if you succeed at trial, the court will award you damages for your loss. Damages are monetary compensation for your loss, to make up in some way for the impact your accident has had on you. Damages are meant to compensate you for the financial toll your injuries have taken, but also to potentially compensate you for the emotional toll and more. Damages are separated into different categories, …

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Experiencing a car accident can trigger a range of emotions, including shock and surprise. While it’s normal to feel unsettled after such an event, some individuals may develop psychological symptoms that extend beyond initial shock. These can include anxiety, depression, and difficulty resuming normal life activities.

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Recognizing Anxiety After a Car Accident
Anxiety often manifests as worry, …

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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. …

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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. …

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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. …

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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. …

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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? …

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Businesses 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. …

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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. …

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