The
vibrant city of Toronto has an estimated 1.4 million highly skilled
and multilingual workforce. Busy streets like Bayview Ave. and Leslie
St. consequently get congested during the morning rush hour. To stay
“productive”, some employees are tempted to check and answer
their work e-mails on their smartphones while driving. Unfortunately,
distracted drivers are highly likely to figure in accidents.
If
you suffer injuries in an accident that was clearly the fault of a
distracted driver, you have the right to receive “damages” for
your medical expenses, lost wages, and future physical therapy
expenses (if any). Under Canadian law, this is referred to as a “tort
claim.”You can put forward a claim for accident benefits, which
will be paid by the motor vehicle insurer of the person who caused
the accident.
Keep
in mind, though, that some insurance companies will try their best to
convince you to agree to damages that are far less than what you are
entitled to. Some insurers will even try to dispute the fact that the
defendant caused the accident and instead pin the blame on you. To
avoid these traps, it's best to seek the help of a personal injury
lawyer who will negotiate with the insurance company and ensure that
you receive a fair compensation amount.
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