Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Hamilton
At Lamont Law, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, expert legal representation for individuals facing personal injury challenges. Our team of seasoned lawyers specializes in a wide range of cases, including motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, medical negligence, and catastrophic injuries. With decades of combined experience, we prioritize client needs by offering personalized attention while navigating complex legal processes. Our firm's commitment to staying current with evolving case law and government regulations ensures we deliver informed advocacy for every client. We serve Hamilton and surrounding areas, including Ancaster, Burlington, and Mississauga, with a focus on achieving fair compensation for our clients.Our track record includes successful settlements for car accidents, spinal cord injuries, and long-term disability denials. We maintain strong community ties through charitable support and local revitalization efforts. Our approach combines legal expertise with genuine care, ensuring clients feel valued beyond their case files. We emphasize transparency throughout the litigation process and leverage insights from insurance defense experience to strengthen our advocacy. Our team includes certified specialists recognized for excellence in civil litigation.
Services
Car Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Slip and Falls
Medical Negligence
Wrongful Death
Brain Injuries
Spinal Cord Injuries
ATV Accidents
Bicycle Accidents
Dog Attacks
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of personal injury litigation experience
- Our team includes a Law Society of Ontario certified specialist in civil litigation
- We maintain 100% transparency throughout the legal process
- Our lawyers combine insurance defense insights with plaintiff advocacy
- We provide community-focused legal representation with local roots
What people say
Compassionate team
Successful settlements
Timely communication
Community involvement
Personalized attention
Services
Car Accident Claims
Our car accident lawyers help clients recover compensation for injuries and damages. We handle insurance negotiations and litigation for collisions involving traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and other serious injuries. Our team works with medical experts to document long-term impacts while managing all legal complexities.
Medical Negligence
We represent clients harmed by medical errors including misdiagnosis, surgical mistakes, and birth injuries. Our lawyers collaborate with healthcare professionals to prove negligence and secure compensation for additional medical care, lost income, and pain and suffering through settlements or court awards.
Slip and Fall
We handle cases where property owners' negligence caused injuries from icy sidewalks or unsafe conditions. Our team investigates incidents, documents evidence, and pursues claims for medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, and lost wages while adhering to strict notice deadlines for municipal properties.
Wrongful Death
We support families seeking justice for preventable deaths through wrongful death lawsuits. Our compassionate approach secures compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional damages while holding negligent parties accountable under Ontario's Family Law Act provisions.
Disability Denials
Our lawyers challenge long-term disability claim denials by insurance companies. We prepare comprehensive cases demonstrating eligibility, negotiate settlements, and represent clients in appeals to ensure access to critical financial support for work-preventing medical conditions.
People
Erica Lamont
Lawyer
Personal injury lawyer with extensive experience in accident benefits and catastrophic claims. Graduated from University of Calgary Law School and actively involved in local community organizations and legal associations.
Braden Adsett
Lawyer
Personal injury attorney with insurance defense background providing unique insights into claim valuation and negotiation strategies while serving on local legal committees.
Michael Lamont
Founder
Certified civil litigation specialist with 40+ years of personal injury experience. Recognized for community contributions including the John F. Evans Award of Community Distinction.
Carrie Stewart
Paralegal
Licensed paralegal with 20+ years of experience handling personal injury cases, specializing in statutory accident benefits and settlement negotiations.
Phil Vivian
Paralegal
Former UK educator turned personal injury paralegal, managing both accident benefits and tort claims while balancing family life with community involvement.
Questions
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle all major personal injury categories including car accidents, motorcycle collisions, slip and falls, medical negligence, wrongful death, and catastrophic injuries like brain and spinal cord damage.
How are legal fees structured?
We operate on a contingency fee basis - you pay nothing upfront and only receive payment if we successfully resolve your case through settlement or trial.
What should I do immediately after an accident?
Seek medical attention first, document the scene with photos, collect witness information, and contact our office within 48 hours to preserve critical evidence.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Most personal injury claims in Ontario have a two-year limitation period from the accident date, though specific notice requirements apply for municipal property incidents.
Can I claim benefits if not at fault?
Yes, Ontario's no-fault insurance system allows accident benefits regardless of fault, while tort claims can pursue additional damages against responsible parties.
How do you handle complex medical cases?
We collaborate with medical experts to document injury impacts and future care needs, ensuring comprehensive compensation for both immediate and long-term consequences.
