Workplace Injury Lawyer in Toronto

Employers are obligated by law to provide safe working environments. However, this isn’t always the case. A slip, fall, or sudden jolt can happen in a split second due to negligence and result in life-changing consequences. Workplace injuries can leave you with excruciating physical pain. They can also cause emotional distress and financial problems if they inhibit your ability to work.

However, the real test comes when battling for fair compensation. If the underlying workplace injury was caused by the negligence of third parties, you still need to prove it. What’s more, you must show the accurate impact of your injury in financial and non-financial terms. You’ll need legal experts in workplace injury to get this right.

Don’t face your workplace injury alone. At Noohi Law, we’ve done everything necessary to help victims seek justice. We even take cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you never pay any legal fees if you don’t win your case.

We also understand workplace injury law in Toronto better than anyone else. For 20+ years, we’ve offered expert guidance and relentless advocacy to victims of workplace injury in Toronto and beyond.

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What is a Workplace Injury?

Workplace injuries can be described as physical or psychological harm suffered by employees or other workers while at work. Workplace injuries are all linked to the working environment or the underlying work task being performed.

What Must I Prove in a Workplace Injury Case?

For an injury to qualify as a workplace injury, it must meet the following criteria or the elements discussed below:

1. Causation: In personal injury law, there must be a direct linBullet listk between your injury and your work environment or work-related tasks to launch a successful workplace injury claim. This simply means that the success of a workplace accident claim is directly linked to how well a victim can demonstrate that the injury wouldn’t have occurred were it not for the employer’s direct/indirect action or inaction.

2. Negligence: For work-related personal injury claims to be successful, they must also have an element of negligence proven against an employer or third party. Negligence is proven by showing duty of care owed was breached and the underlying breach caused the injury or harm.

3. Damages: Workplace injury claims are also launched to seek compensation for damages, which can be economic or non-economic in nature. Examples of economic damages include past and future lost wages, a loss of income/earning capacity, as well as out-of-pocket medical expenses like over-the-counter medication and ongoing medical attention. Examples of non-economic damages include chronic pain and emotional distress.

Contrary to popular belief, it’s not always easy to show causation and prove negligence. It gets harder when quantifying damages, including the actual cost of not being able to work, losing working opportunities, and suffering emotional distress. That’s where we come in! Our workplace injury lawyers have over 20 years of experience pursuing justice for victims of workplace injuries. We know how to quantify everything from loss of income/job opportunities to emotional trauma. Tell our experienced employment lawyers your story!

What is Considered a Workplace Injury in Ontario?

If you get any of the injuries or conditions discussed below while at work or while discharging your work duties, you may have grounds for launching a workplace injury claim.

Traumatic Injuries

Slips, falls, and trips resulting in sprains, fractures/broken bones, head injuries, or other injuries.

Injuries caused by falling objects, leading to head/brain injuries.

Burn injuries (chemical, electrical, or thermal burns)

Machinery accidents leading to amputations, crush injuries, and lacerations

Motor vehicle accidents and motorcycle accidents (for workers who drive/ride as part of their work)

Electrocution

Violence at work leading to injuries linked to fights/punishment

Occupational Diseases

Respiratory illnesses such as silicosis and asbestosis (due to exposure to harmful compounds at work)

Hearing loss (due to exposure to high noise levels at work)

Skin conditions (due to chemical exposure at work or while working)

Certain types of cancer (linked to workplace hazards)

Repetitive Strain Injuries

Neck injuries and back strain/injuries are linked to repetitive tasks, poor ergonomics, etc. Serious examples include spinal cord injuries.

Carpal tunnel syndrome linked to pain, numbness, and weakness of the hands/fingers due to repetitive motions, awkward wrist positions, and forceful gripping at work.

Tendonitis (tendon inflammation) also linked largely to awkward postures, repetitive motions, and forceful exertions.

Psychological Injuries

You can also suffer psychological effects from a workplace injury. The most common include stress and anxiety linked to the injury and other factors like workplace harassment or excessive work. A medical diagnosis of conditions like depression and post-traumatic stress disorder can be proof of mental health effects/psychological injury.

The Need for Injury at Work Lawyers

Workplace injuries also affect victims in multiple ways, most of which a victim may not know. If you suspect you have an injury that may be directly or indirectly linked to your work or workplace, contact us now to learn how to claim compensation. Work injury attorneys are the best-placed professionals to assess your case, do comprehensive investigations, offer legal advice on evidence/documentation, come up with a compensation figure, negotiate with the employer/insurance company, and go to trial if need be to ensure you get what you rightfully deserve.

How Much Do Most Work Injury Lawyers Charge?

If you choose reputable work injury attorneys like those at Noohi Law, you shouldn’t expect to pay anything until you win the case and get compensated. Since legal fees vary depending on many factors, it is advisable to request a quote after discussing your case.

Can I Sue My Employer?

Yes! If you can prove their actions/inaction directly or indirectly caused your psychological and/or bodily injury, you may have a case worth pursuing. However, we suggest you talk to your personal injury lawyer first before launching a personal injury lawsuit.

Are There Statutes of Limitations for Workplace Injuries in Ontario? How Long Should I Wait Before I Report?

WSIA (Workplace Safety & Insurance Act) is the law largely responsible for dictating the timelines and other requirements for reporting workplace claims in Ontario. Ideally, injuries should be reported as soon as possible/immediately when they occur. However, this may not be possible for some claims, like cancer linked to exposure to chemicals at a workplace.

In such cases, reporting should be done immediately after a diagnosis (not exceeding 6 months after diagnosis). For repetitive strain and related injuries, claimants also have six months after diagnosis or when they first became aware of their work-related injury.

If you miss the deadline, don’t worry. Claims can still be accepted under specific circumstances. Talk to our workplace accident lawyers. We have a FREE no-obligation initial consultation.

Ask about anything, including our workplace injury claim process, non-physical/physical injuries, catastrophic injuries, compensation for pain, compensation for permanent disability and short-term disability, compensation cost, compensation rates, average settlement, etc.