Summerside Loss & Damage Lawyers Holding Negligent Parties Accountable
At NOVA Injury Law, we handle all of our claims with professionalism, experience and care and work closely with medical professionals throughout PEI. Our unique operating model – a hybrid of personal injury legal experience and in-house medical advice – has helped countless Summerside residents get a level of insight and care around their injury that no other law firm can match.
Are you unsure of your legal rights after suffering an injury due to someone else’s actions? You might suspect your injury was caused by someone else’s actions, but you’re not sure whether you’re entitled to compensation.
At NOVA Injury Law, we are here to help. Our experienced and compassionate team of lawyers in Summerside, Prince Edward Island, specialize in handling all types of injury compensation cases with professionalism and care. We understand that the road to recovery can be daunting, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Whether it be pursuing compensation from a negligent property owner, driver or medical professional or even securing your long term disability benefits, NOVA Injury Law is one of the premier personal injury law firms on Prince Edward Island.
Adding to our experience, we have a practicing emergency room physician with special training in occupational medicine consulting on all of our cases, as required. Having this expertise built into our practice means two things:
- We have ready-made access to a doctor to provide advice on your injuries from the moment your Free Case Review starts.
- Depending on your injuries, our doctor can then organize fast advice from a specialist. So if you have a fracture or a torn muscle or ligament, we would consult with an orthopedic surgeon or if you are suffering from a brain injury, we would seek advice from a neurosurgeon. Likewise, our in-house physician can organize prioritized access to other occupational therapists who not only help you recover from injury, but help us develop accurate forecasts of future recovery and rehabilitation needs.
This operating model is a key reason why we are considered the premier law firm in Atlantic Canada. From the moment you talk with us about your needs, you have immediate access to medical support and advice, and you give our lawyers the greenlight to build medically-backed, watertight compensation claims in a way no other personal injury law firm can. Better yet, we operate on a no-win, no-fee basis. That means you get all of this for free, until we win your case and you receive a maximized compensation payout.
What are some common instances of injuries sustained through medical procedures?
- Dental procedures can be risky and may result in nerve damage, infections, and other complications. In these cases, proving negligence can be difficult, and it’s the responsibility of a lawyer to demonstrate that the dentist failed to meet their duty of care towards the patient.
- If a cosmetic surgery procedure like botox injections, rhinoplasty, dermal fillers, chemical peels, liposuction, or breast augmentation goes wrong, the practitioner can be held liable for the injury.
- Injuries sustained during organ donation procedures, such as infections, transplant rejection, or other complications, are referred to as “transplant malpractice.”
- When a doctor makes a mistake while administering anesthesia before surgery, such as causing brain injury or cardiac arrest, the patient may be entitled to compensation.
- It’s not just physical injuries that can result from medical malpractice. For instance, a psychologist providing unethical or incompetent advice to a client in a session can cause harm, leading to undue emotional stress or a decline in mental wellbeing.
These are just a few examples, but the truth is that you may be entitled to compensation for any type of loss or damage you have suffered due to medical malpractice by a practitioner.
What other areas of injury law (non-medical) require legal assistance?
Common causes of injuries include slip and fall, workplace accidents, defective products, car accidents, bicycle accidents or motorcycle accidents. Some less common examples that we have the experience to deal with include:
- Animal attacks, like when a person’s pet dog bites another person.
- Sporting injuries sustained on the track, court or field and even at training.
- Snowmobile accidents or boating accidents.
- Amusement park rides, such as roller coasters and water slides.
- As a result of environmental disasters such as oil spills, toxic waste spills.
- Military service based incidents, including combat or at training drills.
In all cases, if someone’s loss or damage is sustained due to someone else’s negligence or recklessness, the injured party is entitled to compensation.
What are the legal elements common to all injury law claims?
There are only four elements that need to be established to pursue a personal injury claim:
- Duty of care: That a person or organization had a duty of care to prevent harm to you (the plaintiff) or your loved one.
- Standard of care: That a person or organization demonstrates the correct level of care, once the duty of care has been established.
- Causation: That the harm caused to you or your loved one was caused by another person or organization breaching their duty of care.
- Damage or loss: That you actually sustained loss. Whether that be financial, emotional or physical loss – or a combination of these. In all cases, if someone’s loss or damage is sustained due to someone else’s negligence or recklessness, the injured party is entitled to compensation.
If you or a loved one has been injured, it is crucial to seek legal advice as soon as possible. An experienced lawyer will gather evidence and professional opinions from medical experts to establish each of these three elements, increasing your chances of success and maximizing compensation. Time limits apply, so taking action quickly is important.
What time limitations apply in Summerside, Prince Edward Island?
The Limitation of Actions Act is responsible for regulating the time limitations that apply to injury law proceedings on Prince Edward Island, so that court claims are filed within a reasonable time frame and prevent people from being held responsible for incidents that occurred years ago.
On Prince Edward Island, personal injury claims are subject to a two-year statute of limitations starting from the date of injury or discovery of the injury. This means that anyone who was injured due to someone else’s negligence must file a lawsuit within two years of the injury or the date the injury was discovered. Failure to do so may result in the injured party losing the opportunity to seek compensation.
However, exceptions may apply to those who were disabled, mentally incapacitated, or minors at the time of the injury. Additionally, the time limitation period may be extended in cases of fraudulent conduct by the negligent party. Typically, those who delay contacting a lawyer about their injury are at a disadvantage as a result of the time limitation period.
Why do victims put off seeking legal advice?
Some common reasons why people delay seeking legal advice after an injury include:
- Underestimating the severity of their injuries: It’s possible for people to initially think that their injuries are minor and will heal on their own, only to later realize that they are more serious than they thought. This can result in regret for not seeking legal advice earlier.
- Feeling at fault for the injury: Some individuals may believe that they were responsible for their injuries and therefore do not have the right to pursue legal action, particularly if they engaged in risky behavior.
- Fear or lack of trust in the legal system: Some people may feel overwhelmed or anxious about going to court or dealing with lawyers, believing it to be a time-consuming, stressful, and expensive process.
- Trust in insurance companies: Insurance companies may offer quick settlement offers to injured parties, which may be tempting to accept. However, these offers are often designed to be the minimum amount of compensation and may not reflect your actual needs.
- Financial concerns: Legal fees can be a concern, especially when combined with medical bills and lost income due to the injury.
Why should you choose NOVA Injury Law to stand for you?
Our Free Case Review will assist you to evaluate your options. If you decide to go forward with a claim, you won’t be charged any fees until your case is won. Our experienced lawyers take the burden off you by handling all dealings with insurance companies from the outset, so you can focus on your recovery.
As community members in Summerside, our founder Jeff Mitchell is a member of the Prince Edward Island Law Society, and our local team has access to a network of professionals, community groups, and volunteers across the city who can provide the support you need and help maximize your claim.
To put your mind at ease and understand your legal options, contact us to schedule an initial consultation. You can reach us by phone at 1-800-262-8104 or via email, text, Facebook messenger, and other channels, as our team is available 24/7 to assist you and your loved ones.
If you’re ready to learn more about the compensation options available to you right now, contact Jeff Mitchell at jeff@novainjurylaw.com.