Personal Injury / Accident Benefits

Personal Injury &

Accident Benefits

There are many types of accidents that can cause a personal injury, including slips, trips, or falls on public or private property, motor vehicle accidents, injuries from a defective product, dog attacks and more. If you have suffered an injury because of another party’s carelessness, negligence or recklessness, NM legal service lawyers are here to assist you in your financial and medical recoveries.

Pursuing legal action after you have suffered a personal injury in an accident can seem intimidating. You may experience new challenges that may make it difficult to resume your life in the same way it was prior to being injured. To help you in your recovery, NM legal service personal injury lawyers can guide you and assist you with obtaining compensation from your insurance company or the party at fault for your injury.

Navigating the legal landscape is complex on its own, and even more difficult if you’re injured. We will take the stress and confusion out of pursuing legal action for damages and benefits as a result of your injury.

NM legal services personal injury lawyers have helped thousands of injured victims throughout Ontario get the compensation that they deserve. Whether it’s you or a loved one who has been injured, contact us today for your free, no-obligation consultation.

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Small Claims Court is designed to resolve civil disputes in a more accessible and cost-effective manner than higher courts.

As of October 1, 2025, Small Claims Court handles claims of up to $50,000, excluding interest and costs.

Although the process is simplified, there are still strict procedural rules, timelines, and evidentiary requirements that must be followed.

Professional representation can help ensure that your case is properly prepared, your evidence is organized, and your legal rights are protected throughout the process.

NM Legal Services assists clients with both bringing claims and defending against claims in Small Claims Court.

Our office assists clients with a wide range of civil disputes, including:

  • Unpaid loans and personal debts
    • Unpaid invoices and services rendered
    • Breach of contract disputes
    • Property damage claims
    • Disputes involving contractors or defective workmanship
    • Claims against auto repair shops and mechanics
    • Recovery of unpaid legal or clinic invoices for services
    • Minor personal injury claims within Small Claims Court jurisdiction
    • Business disputes and payment recovery

We provide assistance throughout every stage of the Small Claims Court process, including:

  • Case evaluation and legal consultation
    • Drafting and filing a Statement of Claim or Defence
    • Preparing court documents and evidence
    • Settlement conference representation
    • Motion hearings and procedural matters
    • Trial preparation and court representation
    • Enforcement of court judgments

Our goal is to help clients present their case clearly, effectively, and in accordance with court procedures.

Understanding the process can help you better prepare your case.

Typical steps include:

  1. Filing a Statement of Claim
  2. Serving the Defendant
  3. Defendant filing a Defence
  4. Settlement Conference before a judge
  5. Trial if the matter does not settle
  6. Judgment and enforcement

Having legal representation can help ensure that each step is handled correctly and within the required timelines.

• Licensed Paralegal in Ontario
• Experience in Small Claims Court litigation
• Professional and client-focused representation
• Clear guidance throughout the legal process
• Efficient and cost-effective legal services