Personal Injury Lawyer in Edmonton
Do you need an Edmonton personal injury lawyer in Edmonton or the surrounding areas? We understand this cannot be easy, and we are here to help. Our combination of extensive knowledge and unwavering dedication, make Moustarah & Company the best choice. Contact us today for a free consultation. Our personal injury lawyers help car accident victims all over Alberta.
Moustarah & Company has extensive experience and expertise in many areas of personal injury law, and we understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll a car accident can cause. Our law firm is dedicated to helping clients with their cases. From start to finish, our team of lawyers is here to help you receive the justice you deserve in maximizing your compensation while providing you personalized care. We know that dealing with a motor vehicle accident or any type of personal injury is often stressful and even overwhelming. Moustarah & company is here to reduce those burdens, offering legal support every step of the way, from start to finish.
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Listed as one of the most reviewed law firms in Edmonton on Google Reviews and Lawyer Ratingz, our injury lawyers provide exceptional service, and handle your case with the utmost care and dedication. We settle personal injury claims using our knowledge of case law as well as our exceptional negotiation and litigation skills. We provide support and advocacy throughout the process.
Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us for a free consultation with your best personal injury lawyers in Alberta if you have been in a car accident or experienced any other type of personal injury.
We have expertise dealing with insurance companies and will work hard to get you the compensation you deserve. We have experience helping clients with the following personal injury cases in Alberta, and the most common type of personal injury is a car accident. Moustarah & Company is a legal precedent setting team. Our legal precedents have benefited all Albertans seeking fair compensation from Motor Vehicle Accidents (MVA) and other types of personal injury claims.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Personal Injury in Canada?
Personal injury in Canada refers to physical or psychological harm suffered by an individual due to the negligence or intentional actions of another party. It encompasses various incidents, primarily car accidents, pedestrian accidents, motorcycle accidents, etc. In general, Personal Injury covers all forms of Motor Vehicle Accidents. There are Canada wide laws that apply to personal injury cases, and there are different laws for each province with regards to personal injury. Each province has a different set of personal injury laws and precedents and case law. In Alberta, we have at fault insurance. In some other provinces, they have switched to a no-fault insurance. The primary difference lies in claims made for injuries. In at-fault provinces, injuries are generally the responsibility of the at-fault driver. In no-fault provinces, each driver files the claims for any medical costs with their own insurer, to be paid by their our insurance policy coverage, regardless of fault. As such, there is no need to determine negligence. For at-fault insurance, you can fight for fair compensation for your injuries with a personal injury lawyer. In provinces where there is no-fault insurance, then the victim has to accept whatever the insurance company wants to pay out in compensation. There is no recourse if you are not being treated fairly. In Alberta, determining Negligence is often at the core of a personal injury claim. Negligence is often unintentional and without malice, where a defendant may not have intended to hurt but ignored the risks of their actions or inaction posed to others. Negligence is the failure to use reasonable care, resulting in damage or injury to another.
Why hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Hiring a personal injury lawyer can ensure you navigate legal complexities, negotiate with insurance companies, gather evidence, and maximize compensation. They provide expertise and support during a stressful time. A personal injury, like a motor vehicle accident, can be stressful and overwhelming. The lawyers at Moustarah & company work to reduce some of those burdens and stress through their extensive knowledge and unwavering dedication every step of the way. In Alberta, people hurt in car accidents have the option to hire a personal injury lawyer to fight for fair compensation for their injuries. The insurance company wants to maximize profits, and reduce expenses; their goal is usually to pay out as little as possible in a personal injury claim. A lawyer from Moustarah & Company will fight the insurance company and work with you to ensure that you are treated fairly.
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How is Personal Injury compensation calculated?
Compensation for personal injury in Canada includes medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, future care needs, and more. It’s typically calculated by assessing the damages the victim incurred and their impact on their life. Some jurisdictions have a payment table or formula to determine compensation amounts, but Alberta does not. In Alberta, each case is calculated based on the factors in that specific case. Moustarah & company is committed to getting you a fair compensation. The courts or negotiations often determine the final compensation amount. Having an expert law firm representing you, will reduce your stress and increase your settlement offers. Some provinces have switched to a no-fault insurance, where there is set compensation amounts, and you do not have any options. You will receive whatever the insurance company wants to pay out. No-fault insurance is no good, and often results in higher insurance premiums. A personal injury lawyer like Moustarah & Company will fight the insurance company and work to get you fair compensation.
What percentage do most Personal Injury Lawyers take?
In Canada, personal injury lawyers typically take 30-40% of the final settlement as their fee. This percentage can vary based on the case’s complexity and whether it goes to trial. At Moustarah & Company, we only charge fees once you receive your compensation. Our goal is your recovery and healing without financial burden. We don’t get paid until you get paid.
What is the common process for a personal injury claim?
First is to determine if you qualify for a personal injury claim?
Next is to book your free consultation to discuss your personal injury case with a lawyer
Steps to take when you get into a car accident
There are different paths to resolving your claim; here are the common stages of a personal injury claim. While you may feel that you want to just close the claim and get it over with, your lawyer will be working hard to ensure that you receive fair compensation. It is a long and often complex process – and Moustarah & Company is here to fight the long battle to ensure that you receive fair compensation.
Usually, the first attempt at finding resolution is initiated by your lawyer sending a settlement offer to the insurance company, followed by back and forth counteroffers. The insurance company will want to pay as little as possible, and often their settlement offers reflect this. Moustarah & Company is your personal injury lawyer fighting to make sure that the insurance company pays a fair settlement in your personal injury case.
A major step in the claim process is the Examination for Discovery (or Questioning). You will need to set aside a full day, which is usually done at the offices of Moustarah & Company. During the Examination for Discovery, the defence lawyer will ask you questions about your case. There will be a court reporter taking a transcript, and you will be under oath. The purpose of the Examination for Discovery is to learn as much information as possible about your claim. It also allows the lawyers on both sides to assess their case. At some point after the Questioning has occurred, negotiations may resume, and it is possible that a settlement is reached at that stage.
When a settlement offer cannot be agreed to, then another option is to agree to Mediation as an alternative dispute resolution. A mediation is overseen by a neutral third-party called a mediator. Similarly, there is a judicial dispute resolution (JDR) which is overseen by a judge rather than a mediator.
If a settlement cannot be reached at that point, your file may need to be set for trial. However, personal injury files rarely make it to this stage of litigation in Alberta, as the parties must show good faith attempts to settle prior to being able to schedule a trial date for any personal injury claims.
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