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Filing a claim can be a discouraging process, particularly if you are doing so on your own. Consultation with a personal injury lawyer can help tremendously and also provide a realistic perspective of what you are up against and what your claim is truly worth.
Individuals are often wary of the process of making a claim, or are concerned about bringing a law suit and the perceptions that go along with that. In my experience, people are not nearly as litigious as the public perceives. I would suggest there is a long-standing PR campaign of propaganda run by the insurance industry and big corporations with the goal of creating negative perceptions of those who sue.
The reality is – individuals who choose to sue, in my experience, come to the process reluctantly but realize that their losses need to be compensated. Sure, there will always be some fraud and abuse of the system, but I believe it is far less widespread than the public has been led to believe.
The only way to accurately know whether you have a case worth pursuing is by contacting an experienced personal injury lawyer.
Is it worth pursuing a claim for damages?
Our adviceis to contact a personal injury lawyer soon after you are hurt in an accident so that you can understand your rights and obligations.
If you are contemplating hiring a personal injury lawyer, here are a few facts to be aware of.
You can hire a personal injury lawyer with no upfront cost to you or your family. Your lawyer will receive payment only after your claim has been settled. In an initial consultation you can find out about the strength of your case, what the process entails and how long it will take. If you have a good case and a lawyer wants to charge you a consulation fee or wants you to make regular payments toward costs, speak to someone else.
Be wary of insurance representatives who offer you a quick settlement. You may be owed much more than they are offering. You should always speak with a personal injury lawyer before accepting or signing any documents from insurance companies pertaining to your accident.
The vast majority of claims can be settled without going to trial. You want to hire a lawyer who is experienced in negotiating with insurance adjusters and their lawyers AND who has the experience and courage to take your case to trial if it can’t be settled.
At Burn Tucker Lachaîne, we have successfully represented many, many clients throughout Eastern Ontario. All we do is personal injury and disability work. We have the kind of experience you should be looking for in a personal injury lawyer. Our lawyers regularly take cases to trial when they cannot be settled and we have a strong team of law clerks and paralegals working with us to ensure the best possible outcome for your file. We will meet you in our office or at home or the hospital if you can’t get out to us and our first consultation is at no cost to you.
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