FAQ

Masgras Personal Injury Lawyers is committed to providing clients with outstanding representation. We focus on delivering affordable justice to all that have been unfortunate to suffer from some sort of injury due to an accident. We offer a free initial consultation where prospective clients will meet with someone from our firm without any fees or charges. This is where we have the opportunity to gather facts and information in relation to your incident in which we can personally make an assessment of your case. At this point, we may agree to represent you or refer you to the appropriate legal professional who could best assist you.

After this assessment and having been retained by you, we will work on a contingency-based fee agreement. This means that payment to our lawyers for legal services provided will depend upon there being some recovery or award in the case. Compensation for us then will be based on a percentage of your total recovery being consistent with Court rules and statutes which regulate these fees.

We recommend that you do not communicate with the Adjustor from your Insurance Company. Some insurers attempt to pay the injured party directly in an attempt to try to avoid legal fees and expenses. There are many things that the injured party may not know is available to them or they may have the right to in which the insurer may take advantage of. By retaining a lawyer from Masgras Personal injury Lawyers, we will thoroughly assess your case with your particular situation. We will be responsible for contacting and negotiating with your insurer to assure the best possible outcome for you. We will advise of your choices and help you understand some of the insurance policy and terms. There may also be other options available to your case in suing the other driver at fault in a Motor Vehicle Accident. You may also be legible for income Replacement benefits. These are all factors in which you may not be aware of if you decide to deal with the Insurance Company yourself. It is crucial in understanding the risks you will be taking in doing so. Trust that at Masgras Personal injury Lawyers, we have your best interest in mind

Settlements of claims vary from a variety of factors as it is typically on a case-by-case basis. Due to the nature of personal injury accidents, there is no set time frame for settlements of claims, especially if they go to trial. Our approach at Masgras Personal injury Lawyers is to provide exceptional legal representation where we value and dedicate ourselves to every detail of the case. We limit the time frame of our cases by attempting to avoid lengthy litigations and seeking settlements as quickly as possible allowing you the time to properly recovery and move on with enjoying your life.

On the other hand, we denounce with righteous indignation and dislike men or women who are so beguiled and demoralized by the charms of pleasure of the moment, so blinded by desire.

A limitation period is a legal time limit that forces you to file a claim within a specific period of time following the incident that caused your injury. Failure to do so will prevent you from suing or filing to recover compensation. The specific limitation periods for different matters range from several years to merely a number of months. There are situations where the standard one or two year limitations do not apply. We advise that you do not waste any time in consulting with us over your matter. It is free and will certainly benefit you as you will become aware of the options available to you.

Benefits will vary depending on the type and gravity of your injuries. Accident benefits is one in which you can claim compensation as a result of sustaining injuries in a motor vehicle accident regardless of who was at fault for the accident. Any accident benefits will come from your insurer. You could also be eligible for Income Replacement Benefits which are those you can claim for up to 104 weeks as long as you suffer from a substantial inability to perform essential tasks and enjoyment of life. These are just two of the main ones, yet there are many other benefits that may be obtainable to you.

No. The injured person must notify their car insurer within 7 days or as soon after as is practicable of the accident that the injured person wishes to apply for accident benefits. The injured person’s car insurer must then promptly give the injured person application forms. If the injured person is a passenger in the car then they must notify their own car insurer even though their car was not involved in the car accident. The injured person must file the completed application forms with their accident benefit car insurer within 30 days after receiving them from the car insurer.

This can all happen very fast, especially when dealing with the trauma and injuries resulting from the accident. Masgras Personal Injury Lawyers are very well aware of the hardship injured parties face. They also know of the deadlines as the particular forms which need to be dealt with to begin this process. You can feel comfortable and at ease knowing that one of the lawyers from our firm is dealing with your case.

It is a private wrong against a person for which the person may recover damages. They may do so through civil procedures and lawsuits. The damages that can be recoverable may include pain and suffering, loss of present and future income, and medical expenses.

Personal injury law encompasses all types of physical and psychological injuries such as injuries arising from motor vehicle accidents, occupier’s liability claims, public liability claims, and catastrophic loss claims such as accidents resulting in paraplegia. Masgras Personal Injury Lawyers may be able to help you with your tort claims, as they have specialized professionals that have much experience with this. Achieving compensation for a wrong done to you is your right and we are here to make sure you get what you deserve.