Calgary Motor vehicle Accident Lawyers | Injury Lawyers
Car accidents often lead to serious, life-changing injuries with costly medical bills and lost income. If you’ve been injured or lost a loved one in a car accident, you may be entitled to compensation for expenses, lost wages, and other damages.
The Alberta motor vehicle accident lawyers at Merchant Law Group LLP offer free case evaluations to determine if you have a valid claim. With a proven track record of recovering million for clients, we’re here to fight for the compensation you deserve.
Why You Should Hire an Alberta Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer Quickly
After an accident, acting fast is crucial to ensure your case is successful. Valuable evidence can disappear quickly—whether it’s dashcam footage, black box data, or even eyewitness testimony. The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to gather evidence and meet filing deadlines for personal injury or wrongful death claims.
Our experienced lawyers will guide you through every step of the claims process, helping you avoid common mistakes and ensuring you take the right actions to strengthen your case.
Proving Negligence & Liability in Motor Vehicle Accidents
To win a motor vehicle accident case, we must prove the defendant was negligent—meaning they failed to uphold a duty of care, causing your injuries. Common causes of negligence include:
- Distracted or speeding drivers
- Unsafe lane changes or left turns
- Drunk or fatigued driving
- Defective auto parts or equipment
The evidence used will depend on your case. If a drunk driver caused your crash, for example, we’d rely on the police report, photos, toxicology tests, and eyewitness accounts. In cases involving commercial vehicles, critical evidence might include black box data, driver logs, and more.
With decades of experience, our team knows what evidence is needed and will work quickly to build a strong case before entering settlement negotiations.
Damages in Alberta Motor Vehicle Accident Cases
You may be entitled to:
- Economic Damages: Medical bills, lost income, vehicle repairs, and other verifiable losses.
- Non-Economic Damages: Pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of companionship, and more.
- Exemplary (Punitive) Damages: If the defendant’s actions were particularly reckless or malicious (e.g., drunk driving), you may be entitled to additional compensation.