✓ Status doesn't decide your rights
Your right to seek compensation for an injury in Ontario generally does not depend on being a citizen or permanent resident.
✓ Help in your language
You can be helped in your own words. Azimi Law assists clients in English and Farsi, and this guide is offered in three languages.
✓ No win, no fee
You pay nothing up front. The legal fee is a percentage of what's recovered — and only if there is a recovery.
✓ Free & confidential
The first conversation is free, private, and carries no obligation. It costs you nothing to understand your options.
Questions people are often afraid to ask
Do I need to be a citizen or permanent resident to make a claim?
Generally, no. In Ontario, an injured person can usually pursue a personal injury claim and access statutory accident benefits regardless of their immigration status. Your right to be compensated for harm caused by someone else's negligence is not conditioned on citizenship. A lawyer can confirm how this applies to your specific situation.
Will making an injury claim affect my immigration status?
A personal injury claim is a civil matter — it is separate from the immigration system. Pursuing compensation for an injury is a normal legal right. If you have any concerns about your particular circumstances, raise them at your free consultation so they can be addressed directly.
What if I don't speak English well?
You should never lose your rights because of a language barrier. Azimi Law serves clients in English and Farsi, and can arrange for you to be understood. You can explain what happened in your own words, ask questions, and understand each step.
What does it cost to hire a personal injury lawyer?
Nothing up front. Injury lawyers in Ontario typically work on a contingency fee — "no win, no fee." The firm funds the costs of building your case, and the legal fee is a percentage of what is recovered. If there is no recovery, you owe no legal fee. It is all set out in a written agreement, explained in plain language before you sign.
What if the accident was partly my fault?
You may still have a claim. Ontario law allows recovery reduced by your share of responsibility in many situations — and for auto accident benefits, fault does not matter at all, because they are "no-fault." It is worth a free review before assuming you have no case.
How long do I have to act?
Ontario has strict deadlines. The general limitation period to start a lawsuit is usually two years, but some notice deadlines are far shorter — a few days to weeks. Because missing a deadline can end a claim, the safest step is to get advice early. See our Deadline Checker.
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