Personal Injury Law
Hit-And-Run Accident Lawyers In Mississauga
Personal Injury Law
Hit And Run Accident Lawyers
An accident is considered a hit-and-run when a driver leaves the scene without stopping to help the victim or to report it to the appropriate authorities. In such cases, it is difficult to identify the driver and hold him liable for the damages, limiting the legal options available to you. If you are the victim of such an accident, our hit-and-run accident lawyers can help you get the appropriate compensation and fight for your rights.
Take advantage of our ‘No Win, No Fee’ policy, where our legal fees will be contingent upon our securing the compensation for you in your personal injury claim. Let our experienced personal injury lawyers fight on your behalf, while you recover from your injuries without worrying about the legal expenses. Reach out to our legal team for a free consultation in your personal injury case today.
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How can our Hit and Run Accident lawyer help you in such a case?
Helping you get the compensation from your insurance provider.
Even if the driver of the vehicle remains untraceable, Canadian law grants the victims the right to claim compensation through their insurance provider. You need to consult a Personal Injury lawyer to help you through the process, as there are plenty of variations regarding this across the provinces. Some provinces have set up funds and programs for compensation in case of uninsured hit-and-run cases. If you do not have coverage under your insurance policy, it might still be possible to obtain compensation in such cases.
Representing you in court, if necessary
Most insurance providers offer coverage for hit-and-run accidents. However, in some cases, the insurance provider might deny your claim or might reimburse only a small percentage of the compensation you are entitled to. This can happen due to various reasons. The insurance provider might disagree with the classification of your injuries. For example, your non-catastrophic injuries might be classified as minor injuries, qualifying you only for a smaller amount in compensation. If you are convinced that your claim was unfairly denied or reduced, you may approach the courts through an experienced lawyer to secure fair and just compensation.
Pursuing the case when the hit-and-run driver is finally identified.
If you are fortunate, the hit-and-run driver might finally be traced using the information you provided. If so, then you may claim damages from the defendant for the medical care for your injuries, lost wages, emotional distress, pain and suffering, and any other out-of-pocket expenses you incurred because of the accident. Your lawyer will represent you in negotiations with the defendant’s insurance provider if he is covered under a policy.
However, in some cases, the driver might not be insured, or his insurance coverage might not be enough to pay for your damages. If so, you will have to initiate a civil suit against him for compensation. Our Personal Injury lawyer will help you with filing the case and fight to win the compensation you deserve from the defendant.
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Contact our personal injury lawyers for the speedy resolution of your hit-and-run accident injury claim. Schedule an appointment with our legal team for a consultation today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any time limits for filing the claim for compensation?
The time limit for filing such claims in most provinces is typically two years. However, you need to report the accident to the police within 24 hours. This report will be crucial when the claim finally reaches the court. Similarly, you also need to inform your insurance provider about the incident as soon as possible. In some provinces, it is required that you inform your insurance provider within 7 days. But this varies from province to province. Your Personal Injury lawyer will guide you here and ensure that you meet all these important deadlines.
What happens when the driver of the vehicle is caught?
The driver of the vehicle will eventually face criminal charges if he is caught. Depending on the nature of the accident, he might receive a fine, suspension of driving license, or even prison time. Once the driver is identified, you can initiate your lawsuit for damages against him, which in many cases will be covered by his insurance provider. However, in many cases, the identity of the driver is never discovered. So, you may have to be content with the fact that without CCTV footage or a vehicle number to initiate a trace, the culprit is not likely to be brought to justice.
What are the different types of evidence you need to submit for a hit-and-run accident claim in court?
You have to submit the following evidence to the court to support your compensation claim in a hit-and-run case:
- Any evidence from the accident site, like pictures or videos showing the extent of your injuries or property damage you incurred from the accident.
- The police report on the accident.
- The statements collected from the witnesses at the scene who can support your claim.
- The records from the medical team who treated your injuries. In case of major injuries requiring long-term care, submit testimonies from medical experts to substantiate your future medical care expenses.
- Any other information that will support your claim.
Are pedestrians eligible to receive compensation in a hit-and-run accident case?
The insurance cover generally extends to not just the drivers and passengers, but also the pedestrians, cyclists, or anyone else who happened to be at the site and got injured in the accident. Even if you were just a pedestrian at the site, you still have the legal right to approach the insurance company with your claim. You just need to prove that the injury happened as a result of the hit-and-run accident. If you are not covered under an insurance policy, then you may approach the provincial insurance fund set up for this purpose.
Since the driver remains unidentified, will I receive any compensation at all?
Even when the liable party remains unidentified in a hit-and-run, you can still claim compensation for Statutory Accident Benefits from your insurance provider. This is called no-fault accident benefits, where the fault of the accident need not be established. However, the availability and threshold of such no-fault accident benefits vary across provinces and territories. Consult with our personal injury lawyer, with the details of your case, for more information.
How long will it take for the claim to be processed and the compensation to be awarded?
This will vary from case to case. For example, if you are applying for no-fault accident benefits in a hit-and-run case, it should be processed quickly since there is no back and forth between the parties involved to establish the fault of the accident. However, if your insurance provider rejects your claim, you might have to approach the courts for legal remedy, which will delay things even further.
Can I claim the no-fault benefits even if the accident was partially my fault?
Yes. You may apply for the no-fault benefits even when the case was entirely your fault. However, in such cases, while the insurance provider is likely to process your no-fault benefits claim without any issues, if you are at fault for causing the accident, your insurance premium is bound to go up the following year.
