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Melanson Law offers personal injury law services to clients throughout New Brunswick. With over 35 years of experience, specifically in the area of personal injury law, our team can provide you with excellent legal representation for your claim.
How Melanson Law can help
If you have been injured in an accident, you may be entitled to compensation or benefits. Engaging a lawyer early on can ensure you recover all the compensation and access all the benefits you are entitled to. Melanson Law can help navigate claims involving multiple insurance policies. We work hard to pressure insurance companies and the at-fault parties to offer fair settlements. Feeling overwhelmed after an accident is normal. The personal injury lawyers at Melanson Law can guide you through accessing medical care, dealing with insurance companies, and ensuring you receive compensation for your expenses and losses.
Why do I need a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Our lawyers exclusively practice personal injury law, and we only ever represent the side of the injured person. We have represented thousands of injured individuals for their personal injury claims in Fredericton and throughout New Brunswick. We work hard to recover the compensation our clients deserve. Our injury lawyers are not only focused on getting you an excellent result on your injury claim but are also trained in trauma-informed practices to help support you as you navigate the legal system.
We represent injured individuals for the following types of claims:
New Brunswick has mandatory automobile insurance, that includes some basic coverage under four policy sections (A, B, C, & D). If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, you are entitled to different types of compensation and benefits under these policies of insurance.
Slip and fall claims involve accidents resulting from slipping on ice, slipping on water, tripping over a hazard, or having a hazard strike you. These accidents may occur in a store, on a walkway, at someone’s home, or in other areas.
Medical malpractice claims occur when a doctor, or other medical professionals, makes a mistake that results in injury or loss. These claims often require securing evidence and expert opinions early and it is important to consult a lawyer as soon as possible.
Tragically, some accidents can result in death at the time of the accident or after. In New Brunswick, special statutory claims can be brought for a wrongful death or fatal accidents.
New Brunswick has mandatory automobile insurance, that includes some basic coverage under four policy sections (A, B, C, & D). If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, you are entitled to different types of compensation and benefits under these policies of insurance.
If you have been assaulted, you may have a claim for compensation for your injuries. An assault may include hitting, kicking, punching, or pushing. An assault can also be of a sexual nature, such as rape. Even if criminal charges are not pursued, or the perpetrator is not convicted, a civil claim can still be successful.
If you are involved in a collision with a motor vehicle while walking or on a bicycle, you are entitled to coverage for your injuries under the motor vehicle’s insurance policy, regardless of whether you have insurance. If someone else is at fault for the accident, you may be entitled to compensation for treatment and medication expenses, past and future loss of income, general damages for pain and suffering, loss of valuable services, future cost of care, and more.
Courts have recently recognized that violations of privacy can give rise to a claim. You may have a claim where your privacy is invaded when your information is improperly accessed, collected, or shared.
Types of Injuries
We represent clients for personal injury claims with all types of injuries. Some of the injuries that clients commonly sustain are:
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Retaining a lawyer, preserving evidence, and notifying the relevant parties and insurers.
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Collecting information and documents to support the claim, exchanging information with the other party or insurance company, and examination for discovery (if necessary).
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Resolving the claim through a negotiated settlement, mediation, settlement conference, or trial.
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Thinking about pursuing a personal injury claim? Here is some information to consider.
Depending on the type of accident or injury, you may be entitled to different types of compensation under different insurance policies. You may also be entitled to other benefits. A lawyer can ensure that you recover all types of compensation and benefits that you are entitled to. For claims, such as motor vehicle accidents and slip and fall incidents, that may involve multiple insurance policies, it is important to consult a lawyer as early as possible to discuss the process for different claims and the deductions that arise when dealing with benefits under different policies.
Depending on the insurance policy and whether a Defendant is personally liable, it may be challenging to get the compensation you are entitled to without having a lawyer represent you. Often insurance companies are reluctant to offer compensation without the pressure of litigation. For Defendants that are personally liable, often a judgment is needed to require the Defendant to pay the appropriate damages. Even if you are offered compensation, it is important to consult a lawyer to ensure that the compensation is fair. A personal injury lawyer can review your legal rights with you and ensure you get fair compensation.
It is also normal to feel overwhelmed after being injured in an accident. Attending the medical and therapy appointments necessary to rehabilitate your injuries can be time-consuming. You may also be faced with a loss of income and the cost of medical and treatment expenses. At Melanson Law, we are very familiar with all the available local medical services and professionals in Fredericton. We also deal frequently with insurance companies. Our personal injury lawyers can guide you through the process of accessing medical care and treatment. We can also ensure that you are compensated for your expenses and losses fairly.
If you have been injured as a result of an accident in New Brunswick, it is important to consult a lawyer as soon as possible to determine your legal rights. There are different types of compensation available to injured parties in New Brunswick. A personal injury lawyer can explain what compensation may apply to you.
There are also often limited dates for bringing personal injury claims. The rules around these limitation periods are governed by specific New Brunswick statutes and laws. A personal injury lawyer can advise you of any potential limitation dates and ensure that you do not lose your right to bring a claim. The earlier you contact a personal injury lawyer, the better your lawyer can help you avoid missing a limitation date.
Melanson Law offers free consultations for people who have been injured in an accident. At Melanson Law, we represent clients who have been injured in motor vehicle, accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, and slip-and-fall incidents. We also represent the family or loved ones of those who have suffered a fatal accident. During the free consultation, we can explain the process for personal injury claims, and discuss the types of compensation you may be entitled to.
We offer free consultations over the phone. Alternatively, you can meet with one of our lawyers in person. For those located in Fredericton, a meeting can be scheduled at our Fredericton office. Call our office on our toll-free line anytime and we can schedule an appointment for your free consultation.
Personal injury claims can last for months, or even years. It is important to choose a personal injury lawyer that can both support you through the process and get you the compensation you deserve. An excellent personal injury lawyer should meet the following criteria: have experience in bringing personal injury claims; have strong communication skills; have a clear fee structure; and have a passion for justice.
Personal injury law can be a complex area of practice. You want the lawyer representing you to have considerable experience in personal injury claims. The best personal injury lawyers know the nuances of the legal system and are intimately familiar with the law.
An experienced personal injury lawyer will have resolved many claims and will have established relationships and a reputation with insurance adjusters and defence counsel. This will be important to ensuring that your claim is taken seriously by the insurance companies.
It is also important that the personal injury lawyer you choose has experience in the jurisdiction where the claim will be brought. For example, if you are bringing a claim in New Brunswick, the lawyer should have experience practicing in New Brunswick, as the law and rules differ between provinces.
You also want a lawyer that has experience representing these types of claims before the Courts in Fredericton. Experienced litigation lawyers are familiar with the legal rules and can leverage this knowledge strategically during your claim.
At Melanson Law, we have over 35 years of experience bringing personal injury claims for injured clients. We practice exclusively personal injury law. We know the insurance companies well, and they know us. We also intimately know the legal issues that can arise during a claim, and we know how to address these issues. We appear frequently before the Courts in Fredericton. As an example, our clients are often in a position where they need early access to an advance payment to cover their expenses. Securing this type of advance payment may require going to Court. At Melanson Law, we will work with you to determine what your financial needs are and we will help to find the legal solutions.
A large part of the personal injury lawyer’s role is to guide the client through the legal process for resolving a claim. It is important that your lawyer be able to clearly explain the steps of the process as they happen. Your lawyer should also help you make informed decisions throughout the process by explaining your options and providing advice. It is important to choose a lawyer who you feel comfortable communicating with and who can communicate well with you. The best personal injury lawyers aim not only to get the best compensation for the client, but also to ensure the client is well supported throughout the process. A good personal injury lawyer will contact their clients on a regular basis to keep them informed and to discuss how the lawyer will move the claim forward.
Personal injury lawyers may offer different structures for legal fees. Some personal injury lawyers will work on contingency fees. This means that there are no legal fees unless and until your claim is settled or there is an award at trial. At Melanson Law, we offer a contingency fee arrangement as an option for clients. Lawyers also have different arrangements for expenses incurred on the file. For example, Melanson Law will pay for these expenses on their clients’ behalf, and the client does not pay for these amounts until the claim is settled or resolved.
Personal injury law, at its core, is about helping people. Often insurance companies will not provide the compensation an individual is entitled to without a lawyer getting involved to advocate for the claim. At Melanson Law we care about helping their clients enforce their legal rights. They want to see their clients get the compensation they deserve and will work with zeal to get an excellent result.
The personal injury lawyer’s primary role is to guide clients through the legal process of resolving a claim while providing clear explanations, support, and advice. They are responsible for effectively communicating each step of the process and ensuring that clients make well-informed decisions. Top personal injury lawyers not only work towards obtaining the best compensation for their clients but also prioritize consistent communication and updates throughout the case.
Personal injury claims can last for months, or even years. It is important to choose a personal injury lawyer that can both support you through the process and get you the compensation you deserve. An excellent personal injury lawyer should meet the following criteria:
Personal injury law can be a complex area of practice. You want the lawyer representing you to have considerable experience in personal injury claims. The best personal injury lawyers know the nuances of the legal system and are intimately familiar with the law.
An experienced personal injury lawyer will have resolved many claims and will have established relationships and a reputation with insurance adjusters and defense counsel. This will be important to ensure that your claim is taken seriously by the insurance companies.
It is also important that the personal injury lawyer you choose has experience in the jurisdiction where the claim will be brought. For example, if you are bringing a claim in New Brunswick, the lawyer should have experience practicing in New Brunswick, as the law and rules differ between provinces.
You also want a lawyer that has experience representing these types of claims before the Courts in Fredericton. Experienced litigation lawyers are familiar with the legal rules and can leverage this knowledge strategically during your claim.
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