Why Should I Have a Personal Injury Lawyer?

If you’ve been injured in an accident, or if you’re just curious about the ins and outs of Personal Injury law, you may be thinking: “What does a Personal Injury lawyer really do, anyway? Should I bother hiring one?” Keep reading for an explanation on when you should talk to one, and the services they can provide for you.

Since 1976, we have been the choice of Albertans who want an injury law firm that cares about who they are and what they really need. We understand the profound impact that an injury accident has on your life. We are proud to be Alberta’s injury lawyers, but we want you to know why we really do what we do.

Have you ever felt:

Helpless, hopeless, or powerless?
Like the deck was stacked against you?
That justice is only for the rich?
That the average person has no chance of success against a huge corporation or government bureaucracy?
That the playing field is tilted against you?
Like your voice isn’t being heard?
Like there’s no fairness in the world?

These are some ways that our injured clients describe feeling before hiring us. Some may have tried to negotiate with an insurance company directly, fill out piles of forms on their own, or deal with their employer regarding wage loss or time off work. Others may have hired lawyers on an hourly rate and faced escalating bills with no guarantee of success. What they all have in common is a wish that they had someone truly on their side and in their corner, with their best interests at heart. And that’s what they find at Litco Law.

We do what we do because the world isn’t fair, insurance companies do have the upper hand, and the deck is stacked against you. We can help make your voice heard. Let us tilt the playing field in your direction. We won’t charge you a single cent for our services until we resolve your claim successfully for you – if we don’t win, you don’t pay. And we’ll also pay all the costs of running your claim, so you don’t have to worry about being denied access to justice based on the size of your wallet.

We believe that a business must exist for a higher purpose than making money – our purpose is to help those who can’t help themselves navigate our complex legal system. And we want to work for you to get you the compensation you deserve for your injury claim. Call us today for a free, no-obligation consultation, and let us show you what fairness and justice look like when you’ve got Alberta’s injury lawyers on your side.

What Compensation can I receive from my Personal Injury claim?

If you’ve been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence (like in a slip and fall, a boating accident, or a Motor Vehicle Accident), it’s a good idea to speak with a Personal Injury lawyer. Why? Well, you may be eligible for compensation for “damages” if you have been unable to work or live your life in the same way post-accident. Your Personal Injury lawyer may be able to help you get compensation to pay for the treatment you deserve, considering several different categories of damages, like:

General Damages
- Often referred to as ‘pain and suffering’
- Physical or emotional injuries suffered
- Negatively impacted life experience
Special Damages
- Treatment expenses
- Medication
- Medical supplies, or out of pocket expenses incurred as a result of the incident

The amount of compensation depends on factors like the severity of your injuries, medical costs, and long-term physical, financial, and emotional impact. In Alberta, there are maximum amounts payable for certain soft tissue injuries (in the case of a Motor Vehicle Accident), but claims can be made for compensation—lost income and cost of future care, for example—that don’t fall under the legislated limits. This area of the law is complex, so talking with an experienced personal injury lawyer is the best way to determine what a claim and compensation you may be entitled to might look like.

A Personal Injury lawyer and their team will gather evidence (such as treatment notes, loss of income statements, and other documents that may be required) to determine the amount of compensation you may be entitled to, and put together a proposal—based on their experience and case law research—for what you may be entitled to. When the at-fault party puts together their own proposals, your lawyer will present it to you, and take care of the paperwork per your instructions until an agreement can (hopefully) be made.

Common Personal Injury claims we handle

Contact Litco Law for Your Personal Injury Claim

At Litco Law, you can count on our legal team to provide free initial consultations. You don’t have to hire a lawyer after your initial appointment. And if you do hire us, we don’t get paid unless and until you do. Our caring team will handle the legal work so you can focus on your recovery.

If you’re wondering whether you can make a claim, just give us a call or email. You’ll always hear back from us within 24 hours during the week, and by the next business day on weekends. At Litco Law, it won’t cost you anything to talk to a lawyer. You’ll never feel rushed, and we’ll take the time you need to answer all your questions. And if you do choose us, we don’t get paid until you get paid. We’re here to help you get back to better.