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Car Accidents

FIGHTING TO PUT THE CAP ON INJURY COMPENSATION CAPS.

Connect with Car Accident Lawyers in Edmonton

Car accidents can cause considerable injuries and even fatalities. If you or one of your loved ones have suffered an injury in a car accident, an experienced car accident lawyer at McCourt Law Offices in Edmonton can help you! We will carefully understand the details of your case and work with you to claim fair compensation for any damage caused to you or your family. Our team provides reliable legal representation and support to ensure that victims of vehicle collisions and hit-and-run accidents obtain fair compensation according to the laws in Alberta.

 

You have a right to seek compensation for your injuries, and talking with a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer can determine the amount you can realistically claim. We offer accident victims an initial consultation at no cost. Contact us to book an appointment and speak with our lawyers right away!

WHY YOU NEED A CAR ACCIDENT LAWYER?

If you or your loved one has been in a vehicle accident, it is in your best interest to seek legal counsel support immediately. If you’ve sustained any injuries or losses, the primary thing you should be doing is healing while an experienced car accident lawyer fights for your rights to seek damages. Claiming compensation from an insurance company can be stressful and challenging to go through alone, especially if you’re hurt or injured. It is not unusual for insurance companies to confuse you with complex legal jargon to minimize payouts and increase their profits.

 

When you come to McCourt Law Offices, our team will help you carry out a rational evaluation of the damage caused. We will consider various factors such as physical injuries, loss of livelihood, disability, hindrance in performing daily tasks, and the trauma brought about by the experience. We provide you with complete help and guidance to ascertain the damage caused to you. Our accident lawyers have several years of experience providing valuable legal assistance on matters related to motorcycle accidents and pedestrian accidents.

If your injuries are less serious and require less healing time, your claim may only take a matter of months. More serious injuries that involve long-term rehabilitation or permanent disability usually require more time to reach an appropriate settlement. In all cases, reaching a fair settlement is preferable to accepting a quick one. You pay no fee to McCourt Law Offices until you collect your cash compensation. Give us a call to speak with our lawyers in Edmonton.

COMMON CAR ACCIDENT INJURIES

At McCourt Law Offices, we help innocent passengers and drivers who are injured and not at fault. We have successfully worked with numerous clients across Edmonton to prosecute personal injury claims against negligent motorists, regardless of whether the at-fault driver is insured, uninsured, or unidentified.

Common injuries suffered by those in motor vehicle collisions in the Edmonton area include:

Traumatic brain injuries
Skull fractures
Jaw and facial injuries
Spinal cord damage
Herniated disks
Permanent paralysis
Neuropathy
Whiplash
Internal bleeding and organ damage
Bone fractures
Ligament damage
Loss of limbs
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Soft tissue sprains and strains
Wrongful death

No matter the severity of your injury, you may be owed compensation. Our team can help you determine exactly what you are owed and guide you in the process of claiming your settlement.

FIGHTING INJURY COMPENSATION CAPS

Certain claims for compensation in Alberta are capped under the Minor Injury Regulation. This provision is detrimental to car accident victims with injuries deemed “minor” as they cannot claim the fair compensation they deserve for the immediate and long-term effects of the accident.

 

In simple terms, a cap on the compensation claim means that there is a government-imposed limit to the monetary compensation that can be awarded to a car accident victim suffering from certain designated minor injuries. This has been the subject of much confusion as the definition of the term “minor injuries” is somewhat ambiguous.

 

With the legal aptitude of our car accident lawyers in Edmonton and years of experience in helping car accident victims get maximum monetary relief, we can help you secure the accident damages compensation you deserve. If you’d like to know how to proceed after an accident, please browse our injury and insurance claims page or speak with our lawyers to discuss your concerns.

 

 

COMPENSATIONS FOR COSTS AND SERVICES

 

The amount of an eventual settlement depends on the costs, losses and long-term effects on your life associated with your car accident injuries. In Edmonton, based on the law and an assessment of your needs, you may be entitled to benefits for items including:

Loss of income
Medical costs
Home care or nursing costs
Future care costs
Out-of-pocket expenses
Loss of homemaking capacity
Reduced earning capacity
Pain and suffering

Significant injuries suffered in an auto accident can often interfere with your ability to work or participate in daily activities, including bathing, dressing, preparing meals or basic mobility. You may then be entitled to compensation for services such as:

Case management services
Professional attendant care 
Transportation services
Housekeeping and home maintenance 
Caregiver services

If you’re unsure about what you qualify for, our experienced team of car accident lawyers in Edmonton will be able to evaluate your situation and determine your potential settlement. Here is some more information about successful injury claims in Edmonton, and you are welcome to check out our blog to read through more helpful resources.

PROTECT YOURSELF AFTER EXPERIENCING AN AUTO ACCIDENT IN EDMONTON

Our car accident lawyers in Edmonton specialize in injury claims. They are happy to offer their assistance to help you understand the complexities of motor vehicle accidents and personal injury law. We will work with you to determine if your injuries, such as strains, sprains and other soft tissue injuries, fall under the Alberta government cap limiting damages for pain and suffering. We will review what an insurance adjuster has told you and work toward your best interests. Your lawyer will understand the finest details of your case and help create a specific plan on how to proceed in a way that protects your physical, emotional and financial well-being. More than 95% of personal injury claims are settled outside of court, but you can count on our lawyers to be by your side in the courtroom if that is necessary to seek a positive outcome to your claim.
 

When you have been injured in a car accident in Edmonton, take these steps to receive the medical assistance you need and also cover yourself legally with the police and any insurance companies. If you are able, right after a vehicle collision or hit-and-run, you must notify the police. Also, notify your auto insurance company and the at-fault automobile insurer. Seek medical treatment immediately, keeping all documentation from the police, clinics, doctors, rehabilitation specialists and hospitals involved.

 

Before you accept any settlement, call McCourt Law Offices in Edmonton to book a free consultation with our car accident lawyer. Over the years, we have been able to help thousands of clients get full and fair compensation. Our wide customer base across Edmonton is a testimony to our comprehensive services.

HELPING YOU GET FAIR COMPENSATION

Our car accident lawyers in Edmonton can help quantify the short-term and long-term effects of the injury caused.

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