frequently asked questions
frequently asked questions
frequently asked questions
When can I claim Personal Injury Compensation?
You may be able to claim personal injury compensation if someone else’s “negligence” or intentional action causes you injury. There are many types of incidents which result in injury that are often due to an individual’s negligence or action. For example:
- Motorcycle accidents
- Boating accidents
- Bike Accidents
- Slip and fall injuries
- Dog bites
- Malfunctioning products
- Medical malpractice
- Professional negligence
- Nursing home negligence
- Snowmobile accidents
- ATV or dirt bike accidents
If you believe you may have a personal injury claim, make sure to speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer so that they can advise you based on the exact circumstances of your case.
How much does it cost to evaluate my personal injury case?
Foster Injury Law provides free personal injury case evaluations, with no obligation.
What type of lawyer should I hire?
Individuals injured in an accident should hire a lawyer who specializes in personal injury law. Lawyers often only learn one area of practice so that they can excel in the area and provide high quality representation. If you were hiring a lawyer to draft a will, you would want a lawyer who is dedicated to drafting wills. The legal professionals at Foster Injury Law specialize exclusively in personal injury law.
How do I pay a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Most people cannot afford to pay lawyers’ on an hourly basis. Therefore, most personal injury lawyers are willing to work on a “contingency fee” basis. This means that if your case is not successful, you do not have to pay your lawyer money for their time. If the case settles or results in a verdict at trial, a percentage of your settlement is paid as legal fees to the law firm.
At Foster Injury Law, we usually operate on a contingency fee basis. Our legal fees range from 25% up to a maximum of 35% of the value of your case.
How long do Personal Injury lawsuits take?
The length of a personal injury lawsuit is highly dependent on the circumstances of the case. We find that on average, cases take two to three years to resolve. Insurers are often reluctant to pay a fair settlement in the first two years after an injury, because of the potential for the plaintiff to recover further.
What if I don’t speak English?
Foster Injury Law communicates in English and Spanish. However, we work with skilled interpreters and can represent people who speak any language.
Will starting a claim for my car accident injury affect my insurance premiums?
No, your premiums should only increase if you are determined to have caused a collision. If you are not at fault for a collision, your premiums should not increase, regardless of whether you commence a claim for compensation.
What happens if my insurance company denies my Long Term Disability claim?
You should speak with a disability lawyer as soon as your insurer denies your claim. This will ensure that you don’t run out of time to commence a lawsuit. Click on this link to learn more about long term disability lawsuits.
Which Areas of Ontario Do You Service
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