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PERSONAL INJURY

civil litigation

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PATH has experience in personal injury claims, including sexual assault, against institutions such as police, prisons, or treatment centres. PATH utilizes civil litigation as a tool for holding institutions accountable for serious physical and psychological harm and aims to secure fair compensation for clients.  

What is settlement?

The media usually shows lawyers working in the courtroom, but in reality, most legal work is completed outside of the courtroom. Before going to trial, lawyers must exchange and examine evidence to determine the strength of each side’s arguments. However, a trial may never come. In fact, frequently lawsuits end after a settlement has been reached.  


So, what does it mean to settle a lawsuit? After evidence has been examined and exchanged, lawyers engage in negotiations. This means that the lawyers get together to discuss and propose fair offers to resolve the issues and find a solution that everyone can agree to.  

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The Process

FILE A LAWSUIT WITH THE COURT

After a lawyer has been hired, they will submit the appropriate documents to the court and to the opposing party.

EXCHANGE AND EXAMINE EVIDENCE

Once all initial documents have been filed, both parties must exchange relevant evidence with each other. 

SETTLEMENT NEGOTIATION

After collection and examination of all relevant evidence, the parties will attempt to negotiate a settlement.

TRIAL

If no settlement can be reached or settlement is undesirable, the two parties will go to trial.

REMEDY/OUTCOME AT TRIAL

At trial, each party will present evidence and arguments to the judge who will make the final determination as to whether serious harm was suffered. Subsequently, they will order any appropriate remedies.


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Possible Remedies

  1. If you win the trial, the judge may order financial compensation or other remedies requested. 

  2. Through settlement, there are many creative remedies that can be agreed to such as,  

    1. Financial compensation 

    2. Apology or form of accountability 

    3. Restorative justice circle practices 

    4. Counselling, treatment or training 

How PATH can help
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  1. Summary advice for someone contemplating a lawsuit 

  2. Legal representation for a civil lawsuit (pre-trial, settlement and/or trial) 

  3. Can take over cases that were started by a different law firm 

  4. Can draft originating documents for you to then represent yourself in settlement and/or trial 

LOOKING FOR OUR HELP?

Fill out our Intake Form, or reach out to our Office Manager by phone at 902 - 704 - 3628 or by email at m.macdonald@pathlegal.ca.

We will reach out to you in a timely manner.

OUR FEES

Justice for All, Fair Fees for Everyone: Empowering Communities with Equitable Legal Services.

We will work closely with you to develop a customized payment structure that accommodates your circumstances, ensuring access to quality legal services without compromising your financial well-being.

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Practicing  lawyers

Jessica Rose

Managing Lawyer

Emma Arnold

Staff Lawyer

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401-1741 Brunswick Street, Halifax, NS B3J 3X8

Email: info@pathlegal.ca

Main Office: (902) 706-4607

Intakes: 1 (888) 237-9003

Fax: (902) 600-9793

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In partnership with the Elizabeth Fry Society of Mainland Nova Scotia.

DISCLAIMER

Outcomes vary according to the facts of each individual case. You should not rely on information about any particular service or practice area in the place of legal advice. For more information about a particular service or for legal advice, contact a lawyer. 

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