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Motor Vehicle Claims – Ottawa, ON
Although cars are safer than they’ve ever been, and bicycle lanes are more and more common, accidents and serious injuries are still frequent occurrences.
Accident Lawyers
Each year thousands of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians are injured in motor vehicle accidents in Ontario. Many injured accident victims never fully recover from their injuries and are left to deal with pain, unemployment and medical and rehabilitation expenses. At McNally Gervan we are dedicated to helping accident victims and their families. That’s all we do. Contact us for a free consultation if you or a family member has been involved in a motor vehicle accident. Tell us what happened.
Every year nearly 50,000 drivers and passengers in Ontario suffer injuries in car accidents. Even though cars keep getting safer, hundreds of people die in car accidents each year in Ontario and thousands more suffer serious injuries that change their lives and the lives of their family members forever.
Car Accidents
The lawyers at McNally Gervan LLP understand the system and are here to help accident victims get the support they need to get back on track and the compensation they deserve. Compensation for serious motorcycle accidents often includes damages for pain and suffering, past and future losses of income,
Motorcycle Accidents
Bicycle accident cases can be complicated and, as with other types of accidents, accident reconstruction and engineering evidence is often needed to show a judge or jury what happened and to explain why it happened.
Bicycle Accidents
We live in a society where we are encouraged to walk, both for health and environmental reasons. And Ottawa is a great place to walk. Unfortunately, walking on downtown or even suburban streets can
Pedestrian Accidents
Accidents involving large transportation trucks and delivery vehicles are common and frequently very serious. The size of the vehicles alone makes accidents involving these vehicles very serious and frequently deadly.
Truck Accidents
The rising popularity of snowmobiles is not hard to understand. They provide access to Ontario’s stunning back country during the winter months and are both fun and (comparatively) inexpensive to operate.
Snowmobile Accidents
Motor vehicle accidents in Quebec can raise unexpected legal and insurance issues for Ontario residents. Our Ottawa-based lawyers have experience with cross-border claims and can guide you through the Quebec/Ontario insurance and personal injury processes.
Quebec Motor Vehicle Accidents
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ATV and off-road vehicle accidents can lead to serious injuries, especially when a rider is thrown, pinned, or struck during a rollover or collision. These cases often involve more than the crash itself, including questions about insurance coverage, fault, road access, and the long-term impact of orthopedic, spinal, or head injuries. If you were hurt in an ATV or off-road vehicle accident, it is important to understand what options may be available to you.
ATV and Off-Road Vehicle Accidents
An accident benefit claim is often one of the first steps after a motor vehicle accident in Ontario. These benefits may help cover treatment, income loss, attendant care, and other support you may need while recovering from your injuries. The claims process can become difficult when paperwork is incomplete, benefits are denied, or the insurer disputes the seriousness of the injuries. Knowing how accident benefits work can make a meaningful difference early in a case.
Accident Benefit Claims
Public awareness of the dangers of impaired driving has been rising steadily over the past few decades. And statistics do show that more people are making smart choices to avoid driving while they are impaired (taxis, ride-sharing, designated drivers have all helped).
Distracted or Impaired Driving Accidents
Every year in Ontario car and motorcycle drivers are injured because of poorly designed roads or roads that have not been properly repaired or maintained.
Road Design and Maintenance Claims
If you are injured while travelling on an Ottawa bus you may be entitled to medical and other benefits. If the bus you were travelling on was involved in a collision with another object (such as a vehicle, light post, or barrier wall), you will likely have benefits available to you through the City of Ottawa’s insurance coverage.
OC Transpo and Bus Accidents
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The personal injury lawyers at McNally Gervan LLP understand the system and are here to help car accident victims in Ottawa get the support they need and the benefits they deserve.
Common Questions About Motor Vehicle Claims Ottawa
After a motor vehicle accident, you should seek medical attention, document the vehicle involved, and report the accident to your insurance company as soon as possible. Our legal team can help to guide the claims process and help you avoid mistakes when speaking with an insurer. The details you provide and how you submit them can affect your position, so we make sure everything is handled carefully from the start.
Yes, you can claim compensation through your automobile insurance and, in many cases, pursue additional recovery if another party is at fault. We manage your injury claim and deal directly with the insurer so your rights are protected. Our role is to help you seek compensation that reflects your losses, including income replacement benefits and non pecuniary damages where applicable.
Motorcycle and bicycle accident claims work through a combination of accident benefits and, where appropriate, legal actions against the other driver. We assess how fault is determined and help you file the required forms so your insurance claims move forward properly. If injuries affect your ability to work, we ensure income replacement is pursued and that your claim reflects the full impact of the incident.
If you are injured in Quebec, your claim is generally handled through your Ontario insurance policy, even though the accident occurred elsewhere. We guide you through this cross-border process and ensure your insurer continues to pay the benefits you are entitled to. Whether you qualify for income replacement or non earner support, we coordinate everything so your claim proceeds without unnecessary delay.
After a serious accident, you may be entitled to accident benefits along with additional compensation depending on fault and the parties involved. We help you complete and submit all required documentation so your benefits begin as soon as possible. In more severe cases, including spinal cord injuries or where a party is uninsured, we pursue every available avenue to secure fair financial recovery.
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