Barrie Personal Injury Lawyers

After an accident or injury occurs, people usually don’t think to call a lawyer. But people should call as soon as they can, because having a lawyer who knows the ins and outs of personal injury law is invaluable when facing down a personal injury lawsuit. There’s much to think about, and a lot of evidence to gather. Witness statements, photographs of the accident scene, physical evidence, and more. Working with an experienced personal injury lawyer will ensure you can focus on recovering while knowing your case is being handled.

That’s why, after you’re injured, you should contact the Barrie personal injury lawyers at Auger Hollingsworth. Our founders Richard Auger and Brenda Hollingsworth as well as their team of experienced associates know what to do and how to advocate on behalf of their injured clients. While you focus on your recovery or taking care of injured members of your family, our team can investigate and preserve your claim, and build your case to get you the compensation you deserve for all your pain and suffering.

We care about our clients. Our practice focuses on personal injury law, and our team has experience in all different branches of personal injuries. We offer our clients deep knowledge of tort law, relevant statutes, and insurance practices. We know the players and the strategies involved for success. We will explain what to expect and how we will proceed so that at least some of the uncertainty is mitigated.

Why Work with Auger Hollingsworth?

Our team puts your interests first. Our lawyers have a national reputation for meticulous preparation for our cases, which means that we often win cases that other firms may lose due to under-preparation.

Other reasons to work with Auger Hollingsworth Personal Injury Lawyers include:

Working with us means partnering with lawyers you can trust. We’re invested in your interests and winning your case. You need someone you can depend on when you’re injured and pursuing legal action, and that’s the lawyers at Auger Hollingsworth. Contact us today to learn how we can support you during your claim.

Ontario Personal Injury Compensation Process

As the victim of an accident, you have enough on your mind adjusting to your injury and recovery without also worrying about a personal injury compensation claim. It’s important to work with a lawyer who can reduce your stress and bring expertise to ensure you get the compensation you need. 

Ontario accident lawyers Richard Auger and Brenda Hollingsworth will explain the legal process to you in detail. Here’s just a peek at what to expect. 

  • Fact-finding and legal research
  • Pleadings
  • Mediation
  • Discovery
  • Cross-examination
  • Trial preparation
  • Toronto settlement conference

Working with an experienced personal injury lawyer will ensure that your interests are put first. You can focus on your recovery, while knowing that the experts at Auger Hollingsworth are advocating on your behalf to get the compensation you deserve after your accident.

Common Types of Personal Injuries in Barrie

The term “personal injury” encompasses a wide range of different accidents and injuries. The simple definition of personal injury law is any injury, accident, or damage to property caused by another party’s negligence.

Common types of personal injuries include:

  • Vehicle accidents, including cars, motorcycles, trucks, pedestrians, and rideshare accidents.
  • Slipping, tripping, and falling. 
  • Wrongful deaths.
  • Animals bites or attacks.
  • Burn injuries
  • Head injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Childhood injuries
  • Whiplash
  • Food poisoning

Those are just some of the types of accidents and injuries you may have suffered. If you or a loved one were injured due to another party’s negligence, you should seek legal help from a lawyer you can trust as soon as possible.

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Free Consultation after a Personal Injury in Barrie

If you were in an accident or were otherwise injured due to the negligence of another person or party, you need to find a lawyer you can trust to file your claim. Our firm founders Richard Auger and Brenda Hollingsworth, as well as the rest of our team have represented clients from throughout Ontario for over 20 years. We’ve earned millions in compensation on behalf of our clients and helped to ensure they get the support they need to recover from their injuries or losses.

Unfortunately, regardless of the type of accident or the severity of the injuries, all the insurance companies involved will likely try to pay as little as possible in compensation. They may even deny your claim entirely. Which is why working with an experienced personal injury lawyer is so crucial. A lawyer will ensure that you don’t miss deadlines, or miss any loopholes. 

Contact Auger Hollingsworth as soon as possible after your injury to book your free consultation. Our team will come to you if that makes you comfortable, or if you’re too injured to travel. We’ll meet with you in our office, your own home, or in the hospital.

We put your needs first, and you won’t pay anything unless you get a settlement or judgement. 

Our Personal Injury Services

As we’ve mentioned above, personal injury is a wide field that covers a range of accidents, slips, falls, and just generally being injured due to another party’s negligence. Our lawyers are experts in all different types of injuries, and all the legal nuances that come with them.

At Auger Hollingsworth, Toronto’s personal injury lawyers, we provide professional and compassionate legal services to clients injured in a variety of ways:

Contact our office today to set up your free consultation, and learn how our lawyers can help support you after your accident. 

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What to Do After a Personal Injury Accident in Barrie

After an injury, it can be difficult to figure out how to adjust to your new life. No matter what caused it, you now need to focus on recovery and working with your medical team. And even if it didn’t happen to you but someone else in your family, it can still cause a lot of turmoil and change.

If an injury happened to you, the first and most important step is not to panic. Once you’ve calmed down, here are some key steps to take after an injury in Barrie:

  • Get yourself to safety and wait for emergency personnel to arrive.
  • Record as much evidence as you can, especially pictures, witness information, etc.
  • Save all medical documentation related to your injury, including hospital bills and statements. 
  • Keep a journal to record how the injury impacted you and your family, and any changes to your life and lifestyle.
  • Contact a personal injury lawyer in Barrie.

Speak to a lawyer as soon as possible after your injury, as it’s important for you to get their expertise and not miss any deadlines. Their help will  be invaluable in making sure your claim goes smoothly and you get the compensation you need.

Frequently Asked Questions about Personal Injury Lawsuits 

What is a personal injury?

There are two different definitions of “personal injury.” In general terms, it means any injury inflicted onto a person’s body, which is different from damage to property, or to reputation. However in legal terms, it means physical injury, mental injury, or property damage caused to you or the ones you love by another party’s negligence.

If your personal injury was due to another person’s negligence or inattention, you may have a case to file a personal injury lawsuit to seek damages for your pain and suffering. Call +1 (613) 233-4529 today to set up your free consultation and learn how our personal injury lawyers can support you. 

Will my personal injury case go to trial?

Most personal injury lawsuits never go to trial. Up to 90% of them are settled during the mediation phase, and there’s no need for you or your injured loved one to see the inside of a courtroom.

However, our team prepares for every case as if it will go to trial, making sure that all the evidence is in line, your case is strong, and you’re prepared for being interviewed on the witness stand. So if your case does go to trial instead of settling, you don’t need to worry, because your lawyer will make sure you’re prepared and ready no matter what happens in your case.

What is personal injury mediation?

In many parts of Ontario, a mandatory 3-hour mediation is often scheduled early in the lawsuit process, to help parties attempt to settle before things can go to trial. To prepare for mediation, Richard, Brenda, or one of our other lawyers will choose a mediator who has a good reputation, prepare a statement of issues (otherwise known as the mediation memorandum), and represent you at the mediation when it happens.

How long do I have to file a personal injury claim?

It’s best to file as soon as possible after you’re injured. There are deadlines that are different per each type of injury, and the longer you wait the less evidence you may have unless you collected it from the scene at the time of your accident.

Contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after your accident to ensure you have the expert help you need to support you in this stressful time. Call +1 (613) 233-4529 today to set up your free consultation and learn how the lawyers at Auger Hollingsworth can support you. 

How much does a personal injury lawyer cost?

Our contingency clause means that you won’t pay us anything unless and until we get a settlement or judgement delivered on your behalf. At that point, our firm will take a pre-agreed upon amount of your compensation as our fee. All of the fees are transparent, and will be discussed in advance and outlined in your contract before we even start working on your case.

To determine the claim amount, the amount of your damages and the extent of your injuries will be considered.

 A knowledgeable personal injury attorney can help you negotiate the best settlement or fight for a higher claim amount in court.

What Our Clients Say:

“I was referred by a friend to Auger Hollingsworth firm. I had the pleasure of working with Kevan Wylie on my lawsuit injury case. Kevan is very responsible, intelligent, detailed-oriented, and responsive. He studied my case very well and acted in my best interests. He guided me well throughout the case. In addition, he was very calm and patient during the mediation, which helped make an informed decision. Thank you Kevan for all your guidance and help. 10/10!!”

Maryam R

Rating: 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Contact a Barrie Personal Injury Lawyer!

Ontario accident lawyers Richard and Brenda have years of experience earning the compensation their clients need. Our clients are our number one priority, and we fight hard to make sure they get what they deserve. For a free consultation with one of our qualified personal accident attorneys, contact us today at +1 (613) 233-4529 or online.

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