How to Avoid Personal Injury “Brokers” in Ontario

If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident or a fall, the decision to hire a personal injury lawyer is an important one. Unfortunately, not everyone advertising personal injury services in Ontario is truly committed to handling your case. Some are what the industry calls personal injury brokers, and they can cost you time, money, and peace of mind.

At Auger Hollingsworth, we believe in transparency. That is why we want to make sure you understand what a broker is, how to spot one, and why it is critical to work directly with a dedicated personal injury law firm.

What Is a Personal Injury Broker?

A personal injury broker is not a law firm. These are often marketing companies or legal service organizations that heavily advertise to attract as many clients as possible. Once they sign you up, they refer or hand off your case to another lawyer, often one you have never met or spoken with, sometimes in exchange for a fee.

This means the lawyer working on your case may not have any connection to the firm you thought you hired. You may be assigned to a junior lawyer, paralegal, or clerk with limited experience. In many cases, the focus is on volume and fast settlements rather than personalized service.

Why This Matters for Your Recovery

Your case is personal. You deserve to know who is handling it, how it is being managed, and what strategy is being used. At Auger Hollingsworth, every client is assigned a team that includes a lawyer, law clerk, and client care professional who work directly on your file. We build relationships with our clients and take the time to understand their medical, emotional, and financial needs.

When a broker is involved, there is often less attention to detail, limited communication, and little incentive to fight for maximum compensation. You may feel like a number instead of a person.

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How to Spot a Broker

Watch out for the following warning signs:

• Firms that will not tell you who your lawyer is upfront
• Websites or ads that do not list any licensed lawyers
• People who sign you up quickly without explaining what happens next
• Promises of fast settlements without discussing your specific injuries

Before signing anything, ask who will actually be working on your case. Confirm that they are a licensed lawyer in Ontario and that they will remain your point of contact throughout your claim.

Choose a Law Firm That Sees You as a Client, Not a Lead

At Auger Hollingsworth, we do not pass off our clients. When you hire us, you know exactly who is working for you. We treat every case as unique, because every client is. Our goal is not to settle quickly. Our goal is to settle fairly.

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Call Us First, Not a Broker

If you have been injured in Ontario, do not risk your case by trusting a middleman. Call Auger Hollingsworth directly for a free consultation. We will answer your questions, explain your options, and fight for the compensation you deserve without any surprises.