General Inquiries or Specific Questions?

Questions to ask personal injuries lawyers in Ontario can include general inquiries that apply to every case or those more specific to your own situation. Some of the most common questions centre on accident liability and whether or not one can claim benefits if the victim was at fault. If injuries were caused by a car accident, victims sometimes wonder if they can claim compensation if they were not wearing a seatbelt or if they were driving an uninsured vehicle. Some accident victims also question whether they will be allowed to sue persons responsible for their injuries. Clients almost always want to know how much their claim may be worth and how long it might take to settle.

What Role Will the Law Firm Play? What Services Will they Provide?

Other questions to ask apply to the relationship between the law firm and the client. Clients should find out exactly how the law firm will bill and how it will be compensated. Clients should also have a good understanding of what role the law firm will play and what services they will provide. Making sure both parties understand who should communicate with the insurance company is also crucial.

At the Initial Consultation, Be Sure to Bring Documentation

Necessary documentation may  might include:

• Police report
• Driver’s license (in the case of a motor vehicle accident)
• A written description of how the accident happened and photographs if they exist
• Social Insurance CardHealth Card
• Any insurance documentation
• X-Ray results
• List of prescribed medication
• List of treating physicians and specialists
• Doctors’ reports
• Pay check stubs
• A list of accident-related expenses