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À titre d’avocats, nous vous aidons à régler vos questions juridiques, financières et en matière d’assurance afin que vous puissiez passer d’une situation de crise à une situation stable et vous concentrer sur votre bien-être.

Lorsque vous êtes victime d’un préjudice causé par la négligence d’une autre personne, vous devez pouvoir compter sur une équipe du contentieux à laquelle vous pouvez faire confiance. Nos avocats qui se spécialisent dans les préjudices corporels vous soutiendront dans les moments de désagrément et d’incertitude que vous traversez et sauront vous apporter confiance, soulagement et justice.

Bien souvent, le caractère exigeant d’une réclamation pour préjudices corporels peut mener à l’abandon de sa demande ou à des règlements injustes – notre cabinet veille à ce que de telles choses ne se produisent pas.

Forts de plus de 40 ans d’expérience, nos avocats défendent avec fierté et détermination les intérêts de nos clients d’Ottawa et de l’Est de l’Ontario. Notre réputation repose sur notre engagement envers la vérité et sur notre connaissance approfondie des procédures d’assurance. Nous sommes les spécialistes qu’il vous faut à vos côtés.

Les autres avocats et les compagnies d’assurance savent que nous irons jusqu’au procès pour veiller à ce que nos clients soient correctement indemnisés, si bien que nous parvenons souvent à négocier des accords préalables aux procès ainsi que des règlements favorables et opportuns.

Nous prenons en charge la plupart des dossiers relatifs à des préjudices corporels selon des honoraires conditionnels. Autrement dit, vous n’aurez pas à payer d’avance pour nos services professionnels et ne paierez les honoraires de services juridiques que sur les résultats positifs que nous obtiendrons. Nous sommes là pour vous aider.
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Services relatifs aux préjudices corporels

Nos avocats bilingues spécialisés dans les préjudices corporels sont formés pour traiter un éventail de situations relatives aux demandes d’indemnisation pour préjudices corporels, notamment les suivants :

  • les accidents de voiture;
  • les accidents liés à des chutes de plain-pied;
  • les lésions cérébrales;
  • les lésions médullaires;
  • les accidents de vélo;
  • les accidents de moto;
  • les morsures de chien;
  • les accidents de bateau;
  • les refus de couverture d’assurance pour une maladie grave;
  • les négligences dans les maisons de soins infirmiers;
  • les cas liés à des produits dangereux.

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FAQ

I've just been injured, what do I do?

The first thing you need to do is take the necessary precautions for the most important thing — your health. Once you are in a stable condition, you should speak with a lawyer as soon as possible. You may be entitled to compensation depending on your circumstances, and you may have obligations in order to claim this compensation. By going to a lawyer, you can have a clear understanding of your rights and obligations going forward.

How long do I have to make a claim?

Generally, an injured person has two years to start an action from the date they knew or ought to have known they had a potential claim against someone. There are some exceptions to this general rule, and sometimes determining when this two-year period starts running can be tricky. This is why it is important to contact a lawyer as soon as you believe you may have a claim.

What kind of compensation can I receive?

It depends. Generally, the categories of compensatory damages are:
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of past and future earnings
• Loss of competitive advantage and earning capacity
• Property damage
• Loss of care, guidance and companionship of a loved-one
• Mental anguish
• Out-of-pocket expenses
• Future care
Each type of compensation tries to alleviate a different kind of loss you suffered. It is a good idea to contact a lawyer to see what types of compensation you may be entitled to receive from someone who injured you.

How long does the process take? Will I need to go to trial?

Court proceedings can vary in length; each case is unique. There are some cases that may take years to resolve, but there are some cases that can get settled without even needing to begin a lawsuit. A lawyer will be in a good position to advise you of how long your case may be expected to take based on the complexity of your case and the nature of what happened.
Over 90% of cases settle before going to trial, and can often be settled through mediation or settlement conferences. If your case is one of the rare cases that require a trial, at Williams Litigation, we pride ourselves on being seasoned trial lawyers with the resources and experience to represent your interests before a judge or jury.

I fell on someone’s property, am I able to sue?

If you slip and fall on someone’s property, you may be entitled to recover compensation. Owners and occupiers of property are often subject to the Occupier’s Liability Act, and depending on your case, they may have breached the obligations that are owed to you. To get a good understanding of what rights you have while on someone else’s property, you should speak to a lawyer who will explain the ins and outs of slip and falls.

How much are my legal fees going to cost?

When you have suffered an injury we understand that resources may be limited. This is why we often suggest an arrangement known as a “contingency fee”. Generally, under this arrangement you do not pay the lawyer until the matter has concluded, and will only pay the lawyer a percentage of whatever you recover from the party that injured you. The exact percentage will be worked out between the lawyer and you, but when you speak to a lawyer, be sure to ask if a contingency fee is right for you.

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Eric R. Williams

Ottawa, ON
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Recognized since 2006 in Best Lawyers in Canada, in the categories of Appellate Practice, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Corporate and Commercial Litigation and Insurance Law (Woodward/White)

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers for:

  • Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Ottawa (2020)
  • Appellate Practice, Ottawa (2017)
  • Appellate Practice, Ottawa (2014)
  • Insurance Law, Ottawa (2013)
  • Insurance Law, Ottawa (2010)

Recognized since 2006, in The Best Lawyers in for work in:

  • Appellate Practice
  • Bet-the-Company Litigation
  • Corporate and Commercial Litigation
  • Insurance Law

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