Slip & Falls
Slip and fall accidents usually cause serious injuries, the most common being fractured tail bones and kneecaps, sprains and/or fractures to the wrist, hand, ankle, foot, shoulder, or arm, head trauma and concussion, and facial injuries.
Under Ontario law, a negligent party such as a landlord who neglects his duty of care to ensure that the environment is reasonably safe, leading to a slip and fall accident, is liable for such an accident. The law allows you to seek compensation not only to cover medical and rehabilitation expenses, but also pain and suffering, lost wages, and miscellaneous expenses.
The at-fault party may not automatically assume liability and may even try to show you willingly assumed the risk. At Edson Legal, we have close to 40 years of experience assisting residents of Caledon, ON get exactly what they deserve. We will present evidence in the out-of-court settlement hearing or trial to show that the at-fault party was indeed negligent, file the relevant paperwork, and advise you every step of the way. Our firm focuses on personal injury and insurance law. We work on a contingency basis and we offer you free consultation to discuss the merits of your claim.
LTD Insurance
Long-term disability policies or LTD require the insurer to pay you an ongoing amount, usually every month, as long as you still meet the disability “test”, and up to the specified period. After the expiry of the specified period, which is usually 2 years, you may still receive your benefits provided you still cannot work in any occupation for which you are suited by reason of education, training or experience, also known as the “any occupation test”. The “ any occupation test” has been subject to considerable litigation and an experienced long term disability lawyer is essential in advising claimants with respect to the likelihood of success under this test .
Insurance companies may fail to admit liability or may pay less than you deserve for such reasons as material misrepresentation when taking on the policy and filing outside the statute of limitations.
At Edson Legal, we have been representing clients in Caledon in LTD claims since 1982. We focus on personal injury and insurance law. Any illness or injury that qualifies for LTD benefits will most likely immobilize you – hiring us allows you to concentrate on getting better. Contact us through 905-856-3770 for a free consultative session.
Catastrophic injuries
Have you been involved in medical malpractice or a car, motorcycle, slip-and-fall, or other accident that leads to a serious injury?
It is important you fight for compensation rigorously because catastrophic injuries mean expensive medical and rehabilitation costs, they prevent you from being gainfully employed, require home-based care, and they cause a lot of pain and suffering.
Hiring a lawyer to represent you in a catastrophic injury not only increases your chances of success, but it also allows you to concentrate on your recovery. For close to 4 decades, the team at Edson Legal has been representing clients in Caledon, ON in catastrophic injury claims. We take clients through the entire claim process, from evidence gathering to appeals in case of rejections. We have represented thousands of clients in out-of-court settlements and in court, including the Supreme Court of Canada and the Ontario Court of Appeal. Call 905-856-3770 for a free initial consultation.
Travel Insurance
When you travel, it is important you take travel insurance to cover you in case you need medical evacuation, if you need to visit a hospital following an illness or injury, to repatriate your remains in case of death, to cater for canceled trips, and to cater for lost or stolen property. Different travel insurance covers have different benefits.
When you come to Edson Legal after your travel insurance claim has been denied , we will review your policy and provide you with advice as to whether the denial should be challenged.. In case of a rejection, we will take up the matter with the insurer, providing all the relevant documentation and making relevant arguments, and if this does not work, we will commence an action for damages. At Edson Legal we restrict our practice to litigation in the Superior Court of Justice and to claims in excess of $ 100,000.00
Life Insurance
If you lose a loved one and you were a beneficiary of his/her life insurance policy, it is not automatic that your claim to the insurance benefits will be honored. Common reasons for life insurance claims not being honored are nonpayment of premiums, policy lapse, alleged material misrepresentation when taking the policy, post-divorce beneficiary changes, suspected foul play in the insured’s death, and non-payment of premiums.
Even when an insurer company is denying a claim, the law expects that it will be acting in good faith. The insurer is expected to acknowledge, investigate, and approve or deny claims in a timely manner, to communicate regularly, and to give details for denials.
No matter the cause of the denial or delay, our team at Edson Legal has probably dealt with it as we have been in personal injury and insurance law for close to 4 decades. If your claim for life insurance death benefits has been denied please call us on 905-856-3770 for a FREE initial consultation where we will explain our fee structure and discuss your legal options. At Edson Legal we restrict our practice to serious litigation in the Superior Court of Ontario and life insurance claims in the amount of $ 100,000.00 or more.
Car Accident
To streamline the claims process and to make insurance more affordable, Ontario has a “no-fault” system where the insurer of every driver is responsible for reimbursement. With transportation accidents like car accidents resulting in up to 20% of the total personal injury claims in Canada, the law is meant to help injured victims get fair compensation so they can recoup the money spent on medical bills and lost wages.
You are entitled to different benefits following an accident, among them medical and rehab benefits, attendant care and caregiver benefits, non-earner benefits, and income replacement. If you have suffered a catastrophic injury such as amputation or loss of vision, you are entitled to catastrophic injury benefits. Those who have lost loved ones as a result of car accidents are also entitled to compensation.
Filing a car accident claim in Caledon, ON is tedious and time-consuming. At Edson Legal, we do all the work for you to ensure you get back on your feet and recover from your injuries if any. We will do everything from filing the paperwork and the supporting documents, interviewing eyewitnesses, gathering and presenting evidence, and representing you in meetings with insurers and even in court if the claim goes to trial. When you come to us, we will review your claim free of charge.
Motorcycle Accidents
Most motorcycle accidents cause serious injuries given the nature of the accident where car driver is usually more protected that motorcycle driver. The most common of these are traumatic brain injuries (TBI), even with a top-rated helmet, spinal cord injuries, fractures, and disfigurement. Following a motorcycle accident, you might be entitled to compensation to cover medical and rehabilitation expenses, attendant care expenses, and housekeeping/caregiver expenses.
Just like with car accident insurance, Ontario has “no-fault” motorcycle accident laws. These laws are meant to speed up compensation. However, not all motorcycle accident claims are honored. Insurers use a variety of reasons such as material misrepresentation when signing up to the cover, suspected fraud, exclusion clauses, and missing premium payments, among others.
At Edson Legal, we have been filing motorcycle insurance claims in Caledon and the GTA for close to 4 decades. We will help you gather the relevant documents, eye witness accounts, and other evidence. We will help you explore the legal options you have to recover as much compensation as possible. If you require legal assistance following a motorcycle accident, call us on 905-856-3770 for a free initial consultation.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents
Ontario laws protect cyclists and pedestrians in order to make roads safe to use for all. Concerning right to the road, bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicle drivers. However, they are not allowed on expressway/freeway highways like the 400 series, on roads with “No Bicycle” signage, and the QEW. In Caledon, pedestrians are required to walk along sidewalks and have designated crossing areas.
Ontario has a “no-fault” regime, where all injured persons are supposed to get Accident Benefits, regardless of who is at fault. However, to access other benefits, Section 193(1) of the Highway Traffic Act takes effect. Despite the “reverse onus” that requires the car driver to prove that their conduct was responsible, some bicycle and pedestrian accident claims are still disputed.
At Edson Legal, we understand the laws governing pedestrian and bicyclist accidents from our close to 40 years of experience in insurance and personal injury law. We will assist you to collect the relevant evidence, including eye witness accounts, file the claim on your behalf, engage the car insurer, and even represent you in court if necessary. When you come to us, we will review the merits of your claim in a free consultative session.
Wrongful Death
When you file a wrongful death claim against a party that was negligently responsible for the death of your loved one, this semblance of justice will take a little of the pain away. It is only fair that a drunk driver who hits your loved one or a negligent doctor who prescribes the wrong dosage to your loved one is held accountable.
The statute of limitations on wrongful death claims in Ontario is 2 years. The law allows you to sue for both direct benefits such as burial expenses and indirect benefits such as loss of guidance, care, and companionship.
At Edson Legal, we empathize with you and understand the complexity of wrongful death claims. We will get the documents and evidence required to file the claim and represent you in out-of-court settlement meetings and even on trial. Our close to 40 years of experience in Caledon and beyond has prepared us for any eventuality such as the at-fault party trying to apportion blame on you. Call us today on 905-856-3770 for a free review of the merits of your claim.
Brain Injury
Brain injuries are serious and often life-threatening. Symptoms of mild traumatic brain injury include dizziness, memory loss, loss of concentration, a state of being confused or dazed, nausea, and sensory problems like ringing in the ears or blurred vision. More severe TBI leads to slurred speech, persistent headaches, muscle weakness, convulsions/seizures, loss of consciousness, loss of coordination, and fluid drainage from ears and nose.
Treating brain injuries is expensive. The fact that you also need attendant care and you will be out of work makes compensation a necessity. Our team at Edson Legal has been representing residents of Caledon, ON in complex brain injury cases for close to four decades now. We know the law surrounding catastrophic brain injuries and we understand the burden of proof required. We will help you determine who to sue and how much to claim as compensation.
We strongly value legal foresight and proper preparation. We will keep an open communication channel throughout the process. Contact us on 905-856-3770 and we will organize for a free case evaluation to help us better assess your situation.
Spinal Injury
Most people associate spinal cord injuries with paralysis, but an injury to the spinal cord also causes respiratory problems, pulmonary edema, neurogenic shock, loss of muscle function, including muscle atrophy, and circulatory problems, among many others.
Every year, thousands of Ontario residents get serious spinal cord injuries, mostly resulting from accidents. Did you know the law gives you the right to sue and to have your legal claim adjudicated in a court of law and you have the right to recover damages from the at-fault party, whether through a lawsuit or an out-of-court settlement? It is important you understand these rights to ensure you get what you are entitled to.
At Edson Legal, we specialize in personal injury claims like spinal cord injury claims. We understand the time limits in Caledon spinal injury claims and trial procedures. We will assist you to seek compensation for medical expenses incurred, rehabilitation costs, lost income, lost future income, and even non-pecuniary benefits like loss of enjoyment of life and pain and suffering. We invite you to a free consultation where we will review the merits of your claim – call 905-856-3770.
Serious injuries are painful and costly: physically, emotionally, and financially. As such, your serious injury claim requires an experienced lawyer who will fight for you to receive the compensation or settlement you deserve, so that you may recover from your injuries.
Caledon battles with serious personal injuries as much as the rest of Ontario, and Canada as a whole. Statistics have shown that the annual cost of personal injuries was at nearly $20 million for the people of Canada in 2009. With similar numbers since, the people of Caledon, Ontario should know their rights and be aware that they have options with the best Personal Injury firm in Ontario: Edson Legal.
As an injured victim, you are legally entitled to compensation following a serious injury or accident, such as:
- Brain Injuries
- Dog Bites
- Product Liability Claims
- Orthopaedic Injuries
- Long-Term Disability Claims
- Travel Medical Insurance Claims
- Car, Motorcycle, Bike, ATV, and Boating Accidents
- Critical Illness Insurance Claims
- Life Insurance Claims
- …and more.
Personal Injury Lawyer Caledon
Since 1982, our experience has strengthened and equipped to take on insurance and legal issues that arise after your injury. Edson Legal will go above and beyond for our clients, even setting precedents in court regarding fair compensation for Ontario car crash victims (e.g., Cugliari v. White, Ontario Court of Appeal), which effectively changed the law and made it easier for the people of Ontario to receive the compensation they are due.
With transportation accidents (e.g., cars, motorcycles, buses, etc…) resulting in injuries on the rise (up to 20% of the total personal injury claims in Canada), the impact on so many victims, especially Ontario and cities like Caledon, demands fair compensation and distribution to the injured victims, so they may recuperate and receive back lost wages and money spent on medical bills.
The people of Caledon have the best legal firm available for their personal injury claims. Edson Legal’s history of success and creating strong cases for our clients have resulted in burdens lifted from the shoulders of the injured and fair settlements to victims. So allow Edson Legal to fight for you with our legal know-how in personal injury, disability claims, and insurance law. We will ensure that you completely understand your rights under the law, medical treatments you need, and the legal process with our lawyers; as well as the financial compensation you deserve and the process that occurs if your case is settled or goes to trial.
Having won more than 10 million dollars in settlements and claims for our clients in 2014 alone, our track record and dedication speaks for itself. At Edson Legal, we are not afraid to invest in you to secure compensation from lost wages and medical bills. As a client, you need not worry about paying any upfront costs or retainer fees—we only get paid when our clients win compensation from the insurance companies.
It is important to make an appointment immediately following a serious accident. Our lawyers will begin working for the injured of Caledon while the evidence is fresh and before any claims deadlines pass. We will explain our fee structure, your legal options, and where your claim stands. We believe in what we do at Edson Legal and we invest everything in our clients in the highest confidence that we will win your case and get you the help you need.
