If you have been hurt due to someone else’s negligence, Pace Law will help you get the compensation you deserve. Along with the physical pain caused by injury, accident victims are often also burdened with serious financial consequences. We will protect your rights and advocate on your behalf so that you can focus on recovery.
If you have been injured in a car accident or other motor vehicle collision, you are likely to face many short-term and long-term legal, medical and financial issues as a result. Being involved in this kind of sudden, traumatic accident can leave you feeling scared and emotionally vulnerable on top of the stress caused by any physical injuries you have sustained.
You may be worried about long-term disabilities, enduring the complex car insurance claims process or supporting your family while you are unable to work. At Pace Law Firm, our team of Toronto personal injury lawyers and car accident lawyers work alongside you to offer step-by-step guidance and ensure you receive maximum compensation for the damages caused. We can provide you with the information necessary to understand your legal rights and to protect your interests.
Accident benefits are a prescribed set of mandatory benefits that insurers must pay to injured parties, including “at fault” drivers, passengers in vehicles, and injured pedestrians.
Tort claims are legal actions in which the accident victim (and, sometimes, family members) sue for compensation related to the physical and psychological impact of the accident.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a motor vehicle accident, call our car accident injury lawyers today and find out how much compensation you may be owed.
As a slip and fall victim, injuries occurring on private or public property may entitle you to compensation under the Occupiers’ Liability Act. At Pace Law firm, our slip and fall accident lawyers are here to make sure you receive the insurance and benefits you deserve.
Spinal cord injuries can lead to serious repercussions such as permanently impaired motor and sensory functioning, physical strength and stamina, and devastating chronic pain. Along with this potential for serious further injury and damage to quality of life, spinal cord injuries are the most common source of paralysis.
There are approximately 86,000 Canadians who are currently coping with spinal cord injuries. Unfortunately, an average of 11 people are diagnosed with a spinal cord injury each week and, as a result, around 4,300 Canadians sustain significant spinal cord injuries each year.
If you have suffered a severe spinal injury from a car crash, slip and fall, or any other accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you deserve compensation for the emotional, physical and financial consequences you may endure. Depending on your circumstances, spinal cord injury lawyers at Pace Law Firm can help you receive accident disability benefits, income replacement benefits and restitution for your pain and suffering.
Our spinal cord injury lawyers are compassionate advocates who will support you through your legal claims and long term recovery.
Spinal injuries can be life-changing for you and your family. Our spinal cord injury lawyers in Toronto will guide you through this tough phase. Your long term rehabilitation and care are foremost for us, and we will advocate to safeguard your future.
If you or someone you love has been injured or has been denied their rightful benefits, contact Pace Law’s spinal cord lawyers for experienced legal consultation and assistance.
At Pace Law, we understand that the road to recovery from an acquired brain injury can be traumatic, lonely and frustrating. Our brain injury lawyers will work diligently to alleviate your stress during the recovery process by protecting your rights and advocating on your behalf.
You may be surprised to learn that 50,000 Canadians suffer from a brain injury each year, with more than 12,000 of those injuries occurring in Ontario. The devastating impact of brain injuries can dramatically alter not only the victim’s life, but their family’s as well. If you or someone you know has suffered a brain injury accident, it is important to seek diagnosis and medical treatment as soon as possible to avoid long term or permanent damage.
Pace Law has been helping victims of brain injury since 1981. We will pursue benefits and compensation on your behalf, addressing such challenges as: permanent physical impairments, costly medical expenses, permanent income loss and inability to care for oneself or to carry out one’s activities of daily living without assistance.
Our brain injury lawyers in Toronto work with civil litigation experts, a registered practical nurse, former insurance adjusters, and a practical care professional who is now a practicing lawyer. Pace Law is also actively involved in supporting brain injury research, as well as supporting community initiatives to increase awareness about brain injuries and how to prevent them. Pace Law supports the Ontario Brain Injury Association, the Brain Injury Association of Halton and Peel, as well as the “Stop Concussions” initiative.
A thank you note regarding a recent brain injury case we handled summarizes the results of our representation:
“We were pleased with the professional way in which Pace Law handled my wife’s case. She received a traumatic brain injury as a result of a car accident. Physio, speech, occupational therapy and counselling during the next three years enabled her to make substantial progress. We were most satisfied with the resulting final settlement”
Paired with the emotional stress and physical pain you may be experiencing following an accident, the denial of a claim can be extremely discouraging. But not all hope is lost; you may have strong legal grounds to challenge your insurance company and appeal your disability claim. Our team of insurance claim lawyers provide you with the legal expertise and representation you need to obtain the compensation you deserve and ensure a successful recovery.
Claim denied or assessed unfairly? Contact our insurance claim lawyers today.
Filing an insurance claim can be an overwhelming experience. Pace Law provides its clients with the experience and knowledge necessary to proceed through the process of applying and/or recovering damages and benefits by preparing and filing the required documentation, as well as the required supporting materials.
It is essential for accident victims to have knowledgeable and experienced representation in order to secure the benefits to which they are entitled. When filing a disability claim, there is a chance you may be denied the resources and help you need by your insurance company. Due to the existing tiered structure of Accident Benefits, victims’ access to rehabilitation support and treatment can be significantly limited.
Statutory Accident Benefits (also known as “No Fault Benefits”) are benefits provided to persons in Ontario who become injured as a result of the use or operation of a motor vehicle. This includes vehicle occupants, pedestrians, or bicyclists. Some of the principal benefits include:
Pedestrians are amongst the most vulnerable accident victims, enduring unsafe crosswalks and distracted drivers without any physical protection. While some pedestrian accidents may result in minor, short-term damage, other more serious incidents may lead to permanent disability or even fatal injury.
From 2000 to 2009, more than 22,000 pedestrian accidents were reported in the city of Toronto alone. Given that pedestrians have no physical protection, any accident involving a motor vehicle poses grave danger for serious injury and long term disability.
No matter where you live, you are at risk of being involved in a pedestrian accident. Legally, drivers are responsible for exercising reasonable care and for following the rules of the road while operating a motor vehicle. However, cases of impaired driving, speeding and failure to stop at a red light are all common cases where drivers fail to uphold this duty of care, which can often lead to pedestrian accidents.
Pedestrian accidents can include being struck by a vehicle while walking on the street or sidewalk, crosswalk accidents and hit-and-run accidents. If you or someone you know has been injured in a car crash or any other pedestrian accident as a result of someone else’s negligence, our pedestrian accident lawyers can help you receive accident benefits.
Being involved in a motorcycle accident can be a traumatizing experience. If you are a victim of a motorcycle accident injury caused by impaired driving or negligence, you need experienced legal representation to protect your rights. Pace Law features a strong team of catastrophic injury lawyers who are experienced in representing victims of motorcycle accidents, as well as extreme sports injury cases.
Due to a rider’s vulnerability to traffic and the elements while on the road, these kinds of accidents often result in more severe injuries than other motor vehicle accidents. Motorcycle accidents can result in serious physical damage such as spinal cord injuries and brain injuries that can lead to costly medical bills and lost income. If you or someone you know has been injured in a motorcycle accident, our legal team is here to protect your rights to Accident Benefits.
The Fallen Rider Support Team is comprised of Ray Bonner, a motorcycle accident survivor who acts as your partner in recovery.
Impaired boating on the water can be just as dangerous as impaired or negligent driving on the road. Boating accidents can have severe consequences, resulting in tragic outcomes such as serious personal injury, emotional trauma, or even death by drowning. If you or a loved one has suffered from a boating accident as a result of a boat driver who is drunk, distracted, or reckless, you are entitled to compensation for your personal injuries.
Pace Law lawyers have significant experience representing victims of boating accidents. We can help if you have been injured in accidents involving:
Speak to a boat accident injury lawyer and find out how much compensation you are owed for your personal injury and property damage.
The Canadian Safe Boating Council recommends five key steps in protecting yourself while boating:
If you have sustained serious injuries from an ATV accident or snowmobile accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Pace Law Firm’s team of accident lawyers handle your legal needs regarding recreational ATV accidents.
Our lawyers have handled dozens of cases—involving ATV accidents, three-wheeler accidents, snowmobile accidents, and boating accidents—and have recovered considerable compensation for clients injured in recreational vehicle accidents, and the families of those who lost their lives in such accidents.
Our ATV and snowmobile accident lawyers in Toronto represent clients across Ontario.
The Fallen Rider Support Team is comprised of Ray Bonner, a motorcycle accident survivor who acts as your partner in recovery.
With 40 years addressing insurance and disability claims, the team of disability lawyers at Pace Law Firm understand the complexities involved in the insurance claims process. We can provide you with the assistance and guidance required to file initial claims, as well as pursue appeals when claims are denied.
Most people have disability insurance to protect them from any unexpected losses or challenges that occur, resulting in short-term or long-term disability. Still, those with disability insurance are often unfairly denied the expected benefits by their insurance companies upon filing a claim for compensation.
If you’ve been denied a claim by your insurance company, it is important that you act quickly in consulting a disability lawyer to ensure your rights are protected and you receive the help you deserve. Our personal injury attorneys have the knowledge and expertise necessary to provide you with effective insurance claims resolutions.
At Pace Law Firm, we are proud to have 40 years of experience in the field of personal injury and disability insurance negotiation. Our Pace Law team includes certified specialists in civil litigation and dispute resolution who have negotiated thousands of personal injury and insurance dispute claims over the years. With such a wealth of experience in resolving insurance disputes for our clients, we are confident we can help you receive the highest possible compensation for your injuries.
When you are unable to work due to a disability, you deserve timely and full payment of available compensation when you or your employer have made regular payments to long-term disability (LTD) insurers.
In those instances when insurers refuse or delay payment, our lawyers have the necessary knowledge to pursue and obtain payment of long-term disability insurance payouts.
Upon the negligent death of a loved one, it is important that you obtain legal aid from lawyers who have substantial experience with wrongful death lawsuits. At Pace Law Firm, our team of wrongful death lawyers are skilled in obtaining full compensation for survivors, and are committed to providing the understanding and caring support you need.
The wrongful death of a loved one can be a devastating experience for survivors and, as caring individuals, we understand that monetary compensation cannot make up for this kind of loss. However, we also know that wrongful death often results in significant financial consequences for the surviving family members. Let our team of Toronto wrongful death lawyers help you to understand your legal options and provide the support you need during this difficult time.
Pace Law Firm has successfully helped numerous families navigate the wrongful death legal process following the loss of a loved one.
Our experienced legal team can provide legal advice, guidance and representation in a variety of cases — ranging from the loss of a family’s primary breadwinner to the loss of a child.
A wrongful death claim can be filed by immediate family members, spouses, life partners, children and anyone suffering substantial damages from the loss. Wrongful death may be filed against an individual, a company, a government agency or anyone else who is proved to be responsible. Cases of wrongful death often involve drunk driving, medical malpractice or defective machinery.
Wrongful death occurs in a situation wherein a person has died due to the negligent action of another person, company, association, or government agency (either intentional or unintentional). Claims are considered civil actions—as opposed to criminal actions. Wrongful death claims can involve:
To understand if an insurance claim or a lawsuit is the best course of action for you and your family, talk one-on-one with wrongful death lawyers at Pace Law Firm. We will guide you through this turbulent time, protecting your best interests.
The Family Law Act governs claims for damages as the result of a wrongful death. The Act states that the following family members may make a claim for damages:
Speak to a Pace Law Firm wrongful death lawyer in Toronto to discuss your claim.
Dog bites and other animal attacks are among some of the more preventable and predictable incidents in personal injury law. Even so, these kinds of injuries are common and can result in disability, scarring, surgery and emotional trauma. Despite the existence of strict laws requiring owners to control their pets, dog bites continue to occur with alarming frequency and, in some cases, with frightening results.
If you or someone you know has suffered personal injuries from being attacked or bitten by a dog, Pace Law’s skilled dog bite lawyers are here to help.
There have been more than 2,000 dog bites reported from 2005-2010. On average, there is approximately one dog bite incident per day in Ontario, involving a dog attacking a person.
Our lawyers have handled numerous dog attack cases, including attacks involving:
Speak to our dog bite lawyer in Toronto and we will help you receive the right medical treatment and compensation for medical expenses.
Cycling is an extremely popular activity in Toronto; many people use biking as their source of daily physical activity, to commute to work on weekdays or for recreational riding on weekends. However, biking in Toronto and other Ontario cities can be dangerous and can often lead to serious accidents and personal injury. Bicycle accidents carry a great risk of someone being critically injured or even killed.
Cycling is becoming a more frequent means of travel in Ontario. As such, bicyclists are becoming more integrated with traffic flow and must adhere to the rules of the road. Hundreds of bicycle accidents are reported each year, as cyclists deal with high traffic volume and dangers unique to them. These dangers include direct contact with motor vehicles, exposure to the elements, poor road conditions and the risk of dooring (colliding with an open car door).
If you are involved in an accident with another vehicle, you are probably eligible to receive accident benefits, regardless of your insurnace. Speak to a bicycle accident injury lawyer at Pace Law Firm immediately and we will protect your right to receive compensation for medical expenses, attendant care, loss of income and more.
If someone other than the cyclist is wholly or partially responsible for a bicycle accident, cyclists are eligible to seek compensation for damages — such as pain and suffering, medical costs, loss of income and loss of enjoyment of life — against the party responsible. This type of legal action is referred to as a tort claim. Unsure whether or not you’re eligible to file a tort claim? Contact a Pace Law Firm bicycle accident lawyer in Toronto to learn about your rights and legal options or to request a free consultation.
Claims for Long Term Disability typically arise when you suffer physical or mental injury or illness that renders you unable to perform your normal duties at work. The nature of the injury or illness may prevent you from re-entering the workforce for a prolonged period of time, or permanently.
Long Term Disability benefits are the payments you receive from the insurance company to replace your salary or wages during the period you are unable to work due to disability resulting from injury or sickness. Essentially, Long Term Disability payments replace a portion of your income until you are able to return to work.
If you suffer from a Long Term Disability and have concerns about whether you are getting the financial support you are entitled to, get in touch with our lawyers immediately. With 40 years addressing insurance and disability claims, the team of disability lawyers at Pace Law Firm understand the complexities involved in the insurance claims process. We can provide you with the assistance and guidance required to file initial claims, as well as pursue appeals when claims are denied.
The situation varies from person to person and employer to employer, but generally speaking, most people will be entitled to some or all of sick days or salary continuation paid by an employer, Employment Insurance (EI) paid by the Government of Canada, then Short Term Disability benefits and Long Term Disability benefits paid by an insurance company under either a group policy arranged by the employer, or a private policy previously purchased by a disabled claimant.
Under group policies, disability benefits are often payable for two years if the claimant cannot perform the duties of their own occupation, and after two years if they cannot perform the duties of any occupation that is reasonably suitable. Private disability policies may follow this common arrangement, but they can also be quite different. Whether it is a group disability policy or a private disability policy, it is always important to check the policy itself for the specific terms and conditions—as they can vary considerably from this format.
No-fault Insurance and Statutory Accident Benefits
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, car accident, bicycle accident or as a pedestrian by a vehicle, you are entitled to benefits under no-fault insurance. In such instances, your own insurance company provides coverage for your injuries—which provides compensation for your medical rehabilitation, lost wages, and other losses.
Long-term Disability Claims
When you are unable to work due to a disability, you deserve timely and full payment of available compensation when you or your employer have made regular payments to long-term disability (LTD) insurers.
The process of obtaining and keeping Long Term Disability benefits can be difficult, confusing, and opaque. As Long Term Disability claims lawyers with 40 years of experience, we have seen it all.
It is all too common for sufferers of long-term disabilities to face unfair denial or termination. Sometimes, the insurance companies even get the benefit amount wrong.
To get your due from Long Term Disability insurance, you need to engage experts who know this area of the law and will provide you with the guidance and support you need.
Pace Law Firm prides itself on its ethos of “client-first”; and there is no better proof of that than how we handle Long Term Disability claims. Our lawyers take on the burden of fighting for your rights, letting you concentrate on long term treatment and healing.
Claiming personal injury damages after any type of motor vehicle accident can be complicated. A mistake in procedure or improperly completed documents may potentially result in your claim being denied or delayed. Pace Law Firm is here to help.
Our lawyers come to you to understand your specific needs. It is by spending time with you, and with our decades of experience, that we are able to help you meaningfully. You will deal with professionals who are well-versed in Long Term Disability claims law and are committed to making sure you get the benefits you’re entitled to.
Our long term disability injury lawyers have many stories of getting clients the benefits they were entitled to, even after wrongful denials and terminations by their Long Term Disability insurance companies. Our Long Term Disability practice protects you from the intrusive and labyrinthine insurance claims processes, and makes sure you get the fair and proper treatment that is owed to you.
Whether you are facing unreasonable and unsuitable demands for medical treatment, or being required to partake in training or work that is wholly unsuited to your medical condition or natural abilities, we can help.
Insurers can be quite aggressive when it comes to reducing their liability for paying long term disability benefits. From wrongfully triggering clauses in your Long Term Disability insurance policy that will reduce the amount of your benefit, to stopping payouts altogether for minor or even imagined breaches of condition, insurer misconduct is, unfortunately, all too common.
There are numerous instances of adjusters employing unsavoury and downright deceitful tactics to make your disability appear less serious than it is and, on that basis, cut off or deny you benefits. You do not have to tolerate such misconduct.
As we have seen in our many years as disability lawyers, Toronto has become the locus of Long Term Disability insurers’ misrepresentations and misconduct. Some of their tactics have included: requiring work or training that is wholly unsuited to your qualifications, skills and abilities; invasive and onerous medical examinations; and other coercive efforts to downgrade your benefit status.
As a law firm with unparalleled resources – both legal and medical – we will make sure you do not fall victim to such tactics. You can rely on our lawyers to look after you.
Pace Law Firm is easily accessible across Toronto, the GTA, and the entire Province of Ontario. We serve clients across the province and are integrally involved in securing the Long Term Disability recoveries they deserve.
Our lawyers are here to help you get back on your feet – no matter how long it takes. Give us a call to discuss your specific Long Term Disability claim or concern. If you are unable to visit our offices, our lawyers will visit you.
With over 40 years of experience, Pace Law Firm as a top-rated personal injury lawyer in Toronto provides clients with reliable and knowledgeable guidance, representation, and passionate advocacy. Pace Law is dedicated to its signature client-first brand supported by 160+ legal professionals. Our Toronto Personal Injury lawyers are located in Toronto as well as offices all across Ontario, offering services in over 38 languages for your convenience. Whether you’re looking for legal advice, support, or representation, Pace Law is here to help.
Pace Law is recognized for its unique holistic approach that redefines the client experience and brings you real results. Book a free consultation with our legal team today.
Not sure if you’re eligible for accident benefits? If you have been injured, you could be entitled to accident benefits and may file what is referred to as a “tort” claim. A tort claim describes a legal claim seeking compensation for expenses that arise as a result of injuries you sustain in an accident. These expenses can include medical costs, income replacement benefits, caregiver benefits, an amount for your pain and suffering and more.
If you’ve been in a car crash caused by a drunk driver, you’ve been severely bitten by a dog or you’ve slipped on a patch of ice in front of an establishment, you shouldn’t have to deal with the consequences of damage caused by someone else’s mistake.
It takes dedicated, professional representation to address the legal challenges associated with serious and complex injuries, accident benefits and tort claims. As a first-rate personal injury law firm in all aspects of serious injury law, our legal team represents personal injury clients throughout Ontario by upholding and protecting their interests and successfully resolving their claims. Whether you are facing substantial medical costs, time-consuming injury rehabilitation or any other undue hardship as a result of someone else’s actions, we are here to make sure you receive the compensation you deserve.
When you are injured, recovery should be your top priority. Being the victim of an accident can be scary, devastating and even life-altering, and is only made worse by the stress of undue financial consequences. Pace Law can assist you during this difficult time by identifying and explaining your options, protecting your rights and advocating on your behalf.
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Markham
ON L3R 0B8, Canada
Phone: 1-877-236-3060
Fax: 416-236-1809