How is compensation paid by the Insurance Company?

How is compensation paid by the Insurance Company?

After you have successfully made a claim against an at-fault driver, the insurance company will compensate you. The insurance company has the right to pay your injury claim as a one-time payment (lump sum). This payment includes compensation for things that will happen in the future (i.e. future pain and suffering, future expenses, etc). The…

Compensation can help with life after a catastrophic injury

Compensation can help with life after a catastrophic injury

People who suffer from a catastrophic injury often need assistive devices to help them live life. The issue here is that these assistive devices are often costly, and not everyone will have the funds available to purchase and upkeep those devices. When insurance or provincial is available, the wait time for devices can be lengthy….

Time is limited, so take action quickly after an accident

Time is limited, so take action quickly after an accident

When you are injured in an accident, your top priority is probably getting the medical care you need. You might not think about the cost of that care or how you are going to make ends meet if you have a severe injury that prevents you from working. Once you have the medical emergencies handled,…

Injured in a public transit accident – Am I liable?

Injured in a public transit accident – Am I liable?

Although less frequent than car accidents, Canadians are injured in bus and train accidents every year. If you suffer from injuries following a public transit accident, you may be wondering if you are liable or not and what your options are. Can I claim for damages? Those injured in public transit accidents may claim for…

What to do about a long-term disability claim denial

What to do about a long-term disability claim denial

If you find yourself making a long term disability insurance claim in New Brunswick, you hope that everything goes as planned. This means receiving benefits as quickly as possible, as you don’t want to get too far behind in regards to your finances. Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon in today’s world for a long term disability…

The days immediately following a spinal cord injury are tough

The days immediately following a spinal cord injury are tough

A person who suffers from a spinal cord injury is likely going to feel the effects of the injury right away. The initial injury to the spinal cord causes the nerve cells in the area to die or become damaged. That is what causes some of the effects of the spinal cord injury. It isn’t,…

Identifying Common Cause of Traumatic Brain Injuries: Whiplash

Identifying Common Cause of Traumatic Brain Injuries: Whiplash

One of the most common myths associated with Traumatic Brain Injuries is that they are only caused by a sudden of severe accident to the skull. We see this type of TBI often with professional sports athletes, such as in the NFL. It is quickly recognized and diagnosed due to the obvious trauma to the…

Rehabilitation after a brain injury possibly hard to come by

Rehabilitation after a brain injury possibly hard to come by

Rehabilitation after a traumatic brain injury is a crucial part of recovery. The process of rehab can help people with a TBI to learn how to live life again. The skills learned in rehab can help them learn how to overcome obstacles so they can perform self care tasks and possibly work. There is an…

Help your loved one focus on recovery after a brain injury

Help your loved one focus on recovery after a brain injury

Watching a loved one recover from a traumatic brain injury is taxing. You have to deal with a complete life upheaval at a time when your loved one is struggling. Even though you are going through difficulties and changes, it is crucial that you help your loved one work toward recovery. In many cases, a…

Death and serious injuries that could have been avoided

Death and serious injuries that could have been avoided

Many road tragedies occurred in the last few months causing death and serious injuries that could have been avoided. Common factors leading to these fatalities and serious injuries are impaired driving, distracted driving, speeding and not wearing seatbelts. Impaired Driving Even though people are aware that driving under the influence is illegal, it doesn’t always…

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