Car Accident Lawyer in Peterborough

Hurt in a Crash?

At Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, our car accident lawyers for Peterborough explain your benefits, timelines, and compensation following a serious car accident. We handle the claims process and negotiate assertively to pursue full, fair results — so you can focus on recovery.

Free consultation. No upfront fees. If we don’t recover compensation, you don’t pay legal fees.

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What to Do After a Car Accident in Peterborough

1. Get medical care first. Your health comes first, and medical notes create a record of injuries.
2. Report the collision. Exchange information and file a police report if required.
3. Document the scene. Photos, witness names, weather and road conditions.
4. Tell your insurer promptly. Notices and forms have timelines.
5. Get advice before dealing with the other driver’s insurer. A short call can help you avoid mistakes.
6. Keep receipts and records. Treatment, medication, mileage, time off work.

Accident Benefits (SABS) — What You Can Claim

Ontario’s no-fault benefits can support you whether or not you were at fault. Depending on your situation, you may qualify for:

• Medical and rehabilitation treatment
• Income Replacement Benefit (if you can’t work)
• Non-Earner Benefit (if IRB doesn’t apply)
• Caregiver and attendant care (in certain cases)
• Housekeeping and home maintenance (where available)
• Death and funeral benefits
• Catastrophic Impairment pathway (enhanced benefits in the most serious cases)

Can I Sue?

Alongside no-fault benefits, some people pursue a tort claim for losses SABS doesn’t fully cover — such as pain and suffering, future care, and income loss. We build the evidence, press for full and fair compensation, and pursue firm legal action when it’s the right move. Ontario has a threshold and deductible; a quick and free consult can clarify if a tort claim makes sense for your injuries.

How Long Do I Have?

Ontario sets strict timelines for both accident benefits and lawsuits. Some notices and forms are due quickly; many claims must be started within up to two years in typical cases (with exceptions).

Key timing at a glance

• Insurer notice & forms: soon after the crash (deadlines vary)
• Most tort claims: up to 2 years (exceptions can apply)

How Long Will My Claim Take?

Many claims resolve in months; others take longer if injuries need time to stabilize or if a legal claim is required. Timing depends on:

• injury severity and recovery progress
• insurer cooperation and documentation
• whether a tort claim is appropriate

Next step: we map a timeline at your free consult and keep you updated at every stage.

Compensation After a Car Accident

Depending on your situation, compensation may cover:

• Income loss: past and future
• Medical & rehabilitation: therapy, treatment, devices
• Care costs: attendant care, housekeeping (where available)
• Pain and suffering: in tort claims where the legal threshold is met
• Out-of-pocket expenses: prescriptions, travel to appointments

PTSD and Psychological Injuries After a Crash

Psychological injuries are common after collisions. Diagnosing and documenting symptoms early supports treatment and your claim. If PTSD or anxiety is downplayed, Samfiru Tumarkin LLP escalates with proper medical evidence and clear advocacy.

• Examples & factors: PTSD Car Accident Settlement Amounts in Ontario

Can’t work because of your injuries? You may also need disability benefits. Our disability lawyers serving Peterborough can help you navigate the following claims:

• Short Term Disability Ontario
• Long Term Disability Ontario

Peterborough Areas We Serve

We assist clients across Peterborough and nearby communities, including Downtown Peterborough, East City (Ashburnham), West End, North End, Otonabee-South Monaghan, Cavan-Monaghan, Lakefield, Ennismore, Bridgenorth, Millbrook, and Havelock.

Fees and Free Consultation

• No upfront fees on all car accident cases
• We explain fees in plain language before you decide
• If we don’t recover compensation, you don’t pay legal fees
• Start with a free consultation to understand your options

When you’re ready, put experienced advocates on your side — we’re here to protect your recovery and get you results.

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