The Importance of Finding the Right Trauma Lawyers in Toronto

Suffering a serious injury will prove to be one of the most significant moments of your life, and you need to find the right trauma lawyer in Toronto to guide you through this period.

At Thomson Rogers, we’ve always said – great lawyers do much more than just win you compensation, they help you get back on your feet.

Your lawyer should:

• Understand your concerns and goals
• Provide legal advice that matches your needs  
• Prepare you for the settlement/court process 
• Help you make informed decisions about your case
• Connect you with the right medical care for your injuries
• Protect you from the unfair scrutiny of insurers and opposing lawyers

And finding the right personal injury lawyers in Toronto for your case is now more important than ever. Courts are working slower because of COVID-19 and claims are taking longer to resolve. That means you’ll be having a longer relationship with your lawyers.

What To Look For In Personal Injury Lawyers

You need a lawyer who will give you the time to recover while fighting for the compensation you deserve. Here are 6 things that you should look for before you hire trauma lawyers.

1. Work With LSO Certified Specialists

Personal injury claims need extensive knowledge of the law, legal precedent, and settlement trends. 

You should consider working with Certified Specialists, a designation awarded to select members of the Law Society of Ontario. It’s a recognition of high standards of professional competence, conduct and quality advocacy on behalf of clients.

Also make sure that they are familiar with cases similar to yours – for instance, pedestrian accidents, car accidents, slip and fall accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, or boating accidents.

Look for other credentials as well, such as Lexpert Recommended,  Martindale Hubble, Best Lawyers Canada.  In addition, if the law firm has been rated as a Top 10 Personal Injury Boutique Law Firm in Ontario, this is a good indicator that the law firm is reputable and can handle complex cases.

2. Trauma Lawyers Capable of Taking the Claim to Court 

A lot of personal injury lawyers in Ontario can handle filing the claim and negotiating on your behalf, but many don’t have the experience or resources to gather evidence or take the case to trial. 

Unless your lawyers are ready to take the case to trial, you won’t be able to reach a fair settlement. Make sure your lawyers can go to trial if needed – whether against an insurer, a hospital, or a private party.  

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3. Choose a Reputable Law Firm 

Reputation is one of the most important factors to consider when choosing personal injury lawyers. A law firm’s reputation says a lot about its results and the way they treat their clients. 

There’s nothing like getting positive references from family and friends. If you can’t get those, there’s no harm asking your lawyers to provide a couple of references. Even their ratings and reviews on online directories can give you a good idea about their reputation.

4. Verify a Track Record of Success  

You want to work with trauma lawyers who have investigated and successfully resolved claims like yours. That’s particularly important if yours is a medical malpractice claim, or an accident claim that involves multiple liable parties. 

5. Case Must Be Handled In-House

This will sound strange to most people who have not pursued a personal injury case in Ontario, but not all law firms handle cases themselves.

Make sure your case will not be “handed over” to another lawyer or law firm in the area – either because the firm is too busy or that’s just their ‘business model’.

The lawyers you speak to should be the ones filing, negotiating and trying your case.  

6. Fee Structure You Are Comfortable With

The pandemic has caused an increase in self-representation because of the feeling that achieving justice will drain your finances. This is why you should work with lawyers that offer a fee structure you are comfortable with.

Check if they offer a contingency fee (“no win, no fee”), something that can save you the expense of going to court. Some questions to ask personal injury lawyers in Ontario are:

• What percentage do you take if you are successful?
• Will I be charged anything upfront? 

Find lawyers who are transparent about their fees and expenses that will be incurred during the case. Also, make sure everything is put down in writing.

 

Finding Trauma Lawyers in Toronto You Can Trust

Trauma claims may go through several rounds of evidence, negotiations, settlement, or even trial. Many last months; more complex ones can go on for your years. And armed with these tips for choosing personal injury lawyers, you know what to look for.

With so much at stake, you want lawyers who understand what you need and who will have your best interest at heart. As you and your family take the time to heal, you want lawyers who will be able to guide you through the recovery process, every step of the way.

Have you or a loved one suffered a trauma in Ontario because of the fault of another? With over 85 years experience handling personal injury in Ontario, Thomson Rogers can tell you how you should proceed with your case.

Talk to our trauma lawyers today. Your consultation will be free of charge and there is no obligation for you to take the case forward.

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