PUBLIC TRANSIT ACCIDENT LAWYERS
Injured in a Public Transit Accident? We Can Help.
Millions of Ontarians rely on public transit daily to get where they need to go. It’s often the most cost-effective way to travel. Public transit companies like the TTC provide extensive training to drivers to operate the vehicle safely and ensure that the vehicle is in working order before operation.
Although public transit is usually a very safe way to travel, when an accident does occur, it can have devastating consequences. You may be entitled to benefits and compensation if you’ve been injured in a public transit accident.
Strype Injury Law consists of highly experienced trial lawyers who have represented clients in more than 250 trials. We know what it takes to successfully prove liability in public transit accident cases. Our lawyers will examine every aspect of the case and work with a highly experienced team of medical professionals to obtain the information and insight necessary to secure a successful post-injury settlement and accident benefits.
PUBLIC TRANSIT ACCIDENT LAWYERS
What To Do After a Public Transit Accident
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Stay Calm.
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Call 911, This will alert police and ambulance services.
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Check for injuries. If you feel that you have been seriously injured, do not try to move. Let the First Responders evaluate you and provide necessary care and support. It is important that if recommended, that you go to the hospital. Please proceed to the hospital right away. Hospital records are extremely important in evaluating which injuries occurred in the accident. The insurance industry often suggests that injuries had already existed or are not related to the accident because there was no initial complaint at the time of the accident.
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If the accident is minor or no major injuries are present, then move the vehicles to a safe area. Turn hazard lights on in all vehicles involved in the accident.
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Make notes of damages and take pictures.
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Record or photograph the names, addresses, license plate numbers, vehicle information (make, model, year) of each vehicle involved in the accident, as well as insurance information.
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Get information from any available witnesses, especially their names and contact information.
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When able, Contact your insurance company.
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It is absolutely vital that you begin a diary containing dates, times, places of medical treatment and insurance contacts.
PUBLIC TRANSIT ACCIDENT LAWYERS
We’re Dedicated to Your Case
Strype Personal Injury Lawyers will negotiate with your insurance company and refer you to our extensive network of medical professionals to ensure you receive the best treatment for injuries sustained in a public transit accident.
We will be your advocate and negotiate or litigate for as long as it takes for you to receive a reasonable settlement. We’ll work closely with you to ensure you receive all available benefits (accident, disability, third-party liability, or tort).