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So how many Canadian Snowbirds are there and where do they go?
The present estimate is approximately 4 million Canadian and Northern US residents head to Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Texas, Arizona and California over the winter months. These states experience a tremendous influx of migrating Birds. For travel info go to Snowbird Travel USA. An excellent resource for every family.
Travelling is not risk free.
Before going south, Canadians need to make sure they have extra medical & travel insurance. Private Medical coverage should be purchased for every family member prior to leaving Canada. It is also a very good idea to increase optional car insurance coverages. In particular we recommend you increase your liability limits; Statutory Accident Benefits; and, make sure you have Underinsured/Uninsured motorist protection. These optional benefits are relatively inexpensive. In a serious motor vehicle collision they can be invaluable to you and your family.
Check this article: https://snowbirdaccidents.com/cross-border-accidents-blog/
Canadians involved in US car accidents.
Tort Rights: The law of the state or province where the accident happened dictates the rights and remedies you have. In most states you can sue (or be sued) for pain and suffering and any economic losses suffered. Furthermore, each state has different procedural rules as to when and how a claim can be made. You will need a lawyer/attorney in that state to provide legal advice and enforce your compensation rights.
SPECIAL NOTICE FOR Quebec, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba RESIDENTS: These provinces are now a pure ”no fault regime”. If you are involved in a car accident you are not allowed to sue. It is a great system if your are catastrophically injured and/or responsible for the accident. Residents of those provinces are allowed to sue for personal injuries outside of their province in jurisdictions which allow lawsuits.
Any personal injury law firm, personal injury lawyer, or personal injury attorney we recommend has shown they have extensive knowledge and expertise you can trust when faced with the challenge of a cross-border accident. In most instances, you can deal directly with them by going to their website. As an alternative, you are welcome to complete the contact form or give us a call.
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Snowbird Accidents is not a law firm. We are an International “Qualifying Referrer”. We provide information about car accidents, car insurance options, medical insurance options, personal injuries, and more. We do not provide legal advice. That is the job of the personal injury attorney or lawyer that you end up retaining.
We can recommend personal injury lawyers familiar with the complexities of cross-border accidents in the province you reside in and the state you were injured in. The lawyers and attorneys recommended by us are leaders in their field and frequently deal with catastrophic car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, and pedestrian accidents.
The Snowbird Helpline offers peace of mind if the unthinkable happens. We are here to connect you with a team of lawyers and attorneys that are knowledgeable about personal injury claims, no matter what province or state you were injured in.
When a serious personal injury happens in a different country, you quickly need help. That’s where Snowbird Helpline comes in. Our team has extensive knowledge and expertise that you can trust when faced with the challenge of a cross-border accident.
We are not lawyers or a law firm. No legal fees are paid or shared with us. Instead, we offer advice on what your next steps should be and who you should contact. We recommend personal injury lawyers and attorneys that are familiar with the complexities of cross-border accidents.
For over 35 years, we have assisted Canadian snowbirds involved in car accidents and other personal injury accidents in the United States.
Snowbird Accidents assists people experiencing serious personal injuries of all kinds. Primarily we assist with those who have been involved in serious car accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, or trucking accidents.
We are here to help organize the steps you have to take with your insurance company and connect you with experienced personal injury lawyers and attorneys, and more.
Snowbird Accidents is a USA corporation with headquarters in West Palm Beach, Florida, and offices in Toronto, Canada.
We offer expertise and personal injury lawyer recommendations in over 50 states and 10 provinces. To quickly get in touch with us about your situation, give us a call at 1-800-436-0353.
Our goal is to be accessible at all times to snowbirds who require assistance. You can fill out our online contact form or give us a call at 1-800-436-0353.
Additionally, you can contact the lawyers mentioned on our site directly through their websites or online contact information.
Your health and safety, plus the health and safety of your family or other injured parties is always top priority. Be sure to seek out medical attention immediately. It is important to make sure the police are contacted.
If possible, while still on the scene, obtain the driver’s license and insurance information of those involved in the accident. If possible, get contact information for all witnesses. Additionally, you should take notes and pictures of everything you can. This includes the scene of the accident, the other car, any visible injuries, and what caused the accident if known.
Make sure that your doctors are informed about the accident and all of your injuries. Take notes of what the doctor advises and keep a record of your injuries and healing process.
As soon as you are able, contact Snowbird Helpline. We can help advise you of the next steps you should take.
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