Stoney Creek Personal Injury Lawyer

If you’ve been injured in Stoney Creek, you need a Stoney Creek personal injury lawyer who can explain your options and who can take practical steps to get you compensation and benefits. At Derek Wilson Injury and Disability Law, you won’t get passed off to a junior or left wondering who’s handling your case. You work directly with me, Derek Wilson — a local personal injury lawyer with over 30 years of experience helping clients secure the compensation they need.

I understand how overwhelming a serious injury can be and my goal is simple: to help you recover fair compensation and provide the support you deserve. With a selective caseload, I focus on your case. Whether you’ve been injured in a car accident, slip and fall, pedestrian accident, or another serious incident, I am here to seek compensation for you — and I only get paid when your case is resolved successfully.

Reach out for a free, no-obligation consultation today and let’s talk.

Understanding Personal Injury Law in Stoney Creek

Personal injury law exists to help Ontarians who have been hurt due to someone else’s negligence. In Stoney Creek, this can cover a wide range of incidents, including car accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, slip and falls, and more. Personal injury law can cover any situation where you have been injured due to someone’s recklessness.

The legal process can feel confusing, however, and can vary widely from injury to injury type. For example, with a car accident, you may be eligible for no-fault insurance benefits, which will cover a portion of your injury costs. However, you may also be able to file a personal injury claim that can help cover medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages.

No matter what kind of injury you have suffered, you may have disability benefits through work and may be able to apply for those benefits. You may also have a personal injury claim to seek compensation beyond what your benefits offer.

We represent clients in a wide range of personal injury cases, including:​

• Car accidents
• Brain injuries
• Truck accidents, including rollovers and commercial vehicle collisions
• Pedestrian accidents
• Slip and fall incidents and other premises liability claims
• Spinal cord injuries
• Recreational vehicle accidents, including ATV, boating, and snowmobile incidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Sports-related injuries
• Bicycle accidents
• Chronic pain conditions
• Wrongful death claims
• Bus and public transit accidents​

It is important to keep in mind that if you have been injured in any situation where someone’s negligence may have caused your injuries, it can be useful to contact a Stoney Creek personal injury lawyer to at least find out how much you may be able to seek in compensation. Your lawyer can help you review how you may be able to secure compensation for costs that OHIP and insurance does not cover. 

One of the benefits of working with my law firm is that we focus exclusively on personal injury and disability claims. These two often go hand in hand. If you have long-term or short-term disability benefits through work and are denied these claims, my team can help you fight back so you get your rightful benefits. We can also help you with your personal injury claim.

Benefits of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer

A serious injury doesn’t just disrupt your health—it can have a serious and lasting impact on every part of your life, from your finances to your family relationships. While a Stoney Creek personal injury lawyer can’t undo the injury or fix your relationships, a lawyer can help you to get fair compensation.

It is difficult to overstate the importance of getting fair compensation after any serious injury. Many people underestimate the total costs of their injury, which can cause severe financial distress. After a serious injury, you may lose income if you can’t work, may face medical treatments not covered by OHIP, may need to pay for property damage, and more. Long-term, a serious injury can impact your earnings capacity and can increase your costs long-term. For example, if you cannot drive because of a permanent injury, you will be paying for transportation for the rest of your life. An experienced lawyer knows what the costs of an injury are and can seek the fairest compensation for you.

Getting fair compensation can also help you get the support you need to rebuild your life. If your relationships and mental health are impacted by a serious accident, for example, compensation can help you pay for mental health treatment as well as support around your home while you recover. If you don’t seek compensation or do not secure enough, you will be paying your costs out of pocket. Some accident survivors find they face financial distress due to their costs, and seeking fair compensation now can protect you from this eventuality.

An experienced lawyer understands how the law applies to your situation, knows what evidence to gather, and can anticipate the tactics insurance companies might use to undervalue your claim. This experience can help you get the fair compensation you need to rebuild.

A lawyer also steps in to manage the legal process, so you can focus on getting better and taking care of yourself and your family. With a lawyer handling the legal side of things, you can have the confidence that your case is moving forward properly. You’ll have someone to answer your questions, explain the process, and stand by you every step of the way.

You are not required to file a personal injury claim. You can always apply for benefits and insurance, if you qualify. However, working with a Stoney Creek personal injury lawyer can help you secure fair compensation and can reduce some of the pressure you may be feeling in handling all the paperwork and decisions after your accident.

Choosing the Right Lawyer

Selecting a lawyer can affect your recovery and your future, but you need the right lawyer to ensure you pursue the compensation you need and to ensure you get the support you deserve. There are many law firms in Stoney Creek and Hamilton, and here are some factors to consider when making your choice:

• Proven experience. Look for a lawyer with a solid track record in personal injury law, and specifically the kind of injury you have. Years of experience means your lawyer has seen cases like yours before and knows how to achieve results.
• Personal attention. Make sure the lawyer you hire will personally handle your case, not hand it off to junior staff. You deserve a lawyer who will work with you one-on-one. There’s no point in seeking out a law firm with decades of experience only to have your case handled by someone who has just completed law school. Make sure you understand who will be overseeing your case.
• Local focus. A lawyer who works in Stoney Creek and surrounding areas brings valuable local knowledge. They understand the local court system, are familiar with area insurers and medical providers, and know how to build a case that fits the local legal landscape.
• Clear communication. You should feel comfortable reaching out with questions and receiving honest, clear answers. A good lawyer will explain complicated concepts in plain language and keep you informed throughout your case. Look for a lawyer who replies promptly to your emails and phone calls and who makes you feel comfortable.
• No upfront costs. Look for a personal injury lawyer who works on a contingency basis—meaning you only pay if they successfully recover compensation for you. This gives you access to experienced legal help without worrying about upfront legal fees.

Are you looking for a lawyer with all these attributes? I built my law firm, Derek Wilson Injury and Disability Law, to provide attention to every case and I use my over 30 years of experience to bring clients results.

The Legal Process

After a serious injury, if you decide you may want to file a claim you will generally meet with a Stoney Creek personal injury lawyer in a free, no-obligation consultation. This is where you and the lawyer find out more about each other and the case to determine whether you will work together.

If you decide to work with the lawyer to file a claim, your lawyer will take care of many of the steps of the legal process for you. They will gather evidence, such as medical records, accident reports, witness statements, and photos, to build a strong case that supports your right to compensation. They will take over communication with insurance companies and other parties, so you don’t have to worry about stressful calls or negotiations.

The core of the process is trying to negotiate a fair settlement that reflects your actual losses — from medical bills and lost wages to pain and suffering. If the insurance company won’t offer fair compensation, your lawyer should be fully prepared to take your case to court and fight for your rights before a judge and jury.

Determining Fault and Compensation

Your lawyer will investigate whether another party — such as a driver, property owner, or business — failed in their duty of care and caused your injury through negligence or recklessness. If there is an at-fault party, you may have a claim and may have a right to seek compensation from that liable party or their insurance company.

There may also be more than one liable party in your case. For example, if you have been in a truck accident, the company who owns the truck may be liable, but so could the driver and the party who owns the cargo. Even the manufacturer of the truck may be liable if a defect in the vehicle caused your crash.

Your lawyer will find all liable parties and gather evidence of liability to secure compensation for you. Your lawyer will also evaluate how much compensation you should receive for your injuries. To do this, your lawyer will consider all the costs of your injury, including medical bills, lost income, out-of-pocket expenses, rehabilitation costs, and even future care needs. Your lawyer will also look at how your injury has affected your mental health, your family life, and your ability to enjoy activities you once loved and will seek compensation for these losses.

Our Expertise and Why You Should Choose Derek Wilson

At Derek Wilson Injury and Disability Law, we believe there are several reasons you should turn to us when you’re injured:

• Decades of experience. Derek Wilson has been practicing personal injury and insurance litigation since 1995, giving you access to over 30 years of hands-on knowledge.
• Direct lawyer contact. When you hire Derek Wilson, you get me, Derek Wilson. Your case won’t be passed off to a junior lawyer—you’ll always have personal, one-on-one attention from an experienced lawyer who understands your situation.
• Unique insight into insurance. Having worked on both sides of personal injury law, Derek understands the tactics insurers use and knows how to counter them effectively to get the best outcome for his clients. Derek also helps clients with both accident and benefit claims, so you have someone helping with personal injury claims and helping you with disability claim denials.
• Selective caseload. Our law firm intentionally takes on a limited number of cases so we can devote the care that each client deserves. You’ll never feel like just another file.
• No upfront fees. You don’t pay until we recover money for you and you enjoy a free consultation when you get started with our law firm. This lets you pursue justice without worrying about the cost.

With a reputation for results and compassion, Derek Wilson Injury and Disability Law is here to help you during some of the most difficult times of your life.

Contact Us for a Free Consultation

If you’ve been injured in Stoney Creek, contact Derek Wilson Injury and Disability Law for a free consultation.