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Structured settlement vs lump sum is not just a payment choice after a personal injury settlement. In Canada, it can affect how your compensation supports medical care, lost income, future expenses, taxes, disability benefits, and long-term financial security. A lump sum settlement gives you the mon … Read more »

TL;DR Catastrophic injuries are life-altering injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, paralysis, severe burns, and amputations that have long-term or permanent effects on a person’s life. Settlements are typically much larger than standard injury claims because they must acc … Read more »

TL;DR Most personal injury claims must be filed within 2 years of the accident date under Ontario’s Limitations Act. Accident benefits applications should be submitted within 30 days, making it important to act quickly after a collision. Filing early is recommended, ideally within the first few mo … Read more »

The phone rings a day or two after your accident. You are still sore, shaken, and trying to understand what happens next. The person on the other end sounds calm and helpful. It is the insurance adjuster, asking what happened and how you feel. So, should you answer every question right away? This is … Read more »

TL;DR Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront and only pay legal fees if your case is successful. Typical contingency fees range from 25%–40% of the settlement, with most standard injury cases falling between 25%–33%. Additional expenses (dis … Read more »