When you’ve been injured in an accident or denied disability benefits, timing is critical. In Ontario, the general rule is that you have two years to start a lawsuit—either from the date of the incident or the date your benefits were denied. But many people are unaware that exceptions exist, and missing these can jeopardize your case.

In this video, Toronto personal injury lawyer Tijana Potkonjak outlines how limitation periods work in Ontario personal injury and insurance claims, including special considerations for minors and key deadlines following slip and fall incidents. You’ll also hear how tight notice periods can be—like the 10-day requirement for falls on city property or the 60-day notice for incidents outside a condo building. In many cases, several parties could be liable, such as condo corporations and snow removal contractors.

Because the rules vary and the deadlines can come up quickly, it’s important to speak with a lawyer right away after an accident. Early advice can help preserve your right to compensation and prevent technical issues from blocking your claim.

Tijana Potkonjak joined Devry Smith Frank LLP (‘DSF’) in 2022 as an associate lawyer in our personal injury and insurance defence departments. She earned her B.A. (Hons) from York University and her M.A. from Concordia University and finally received her J.D. from the University of Ottawa. She was called to the Ontario Bar in 2018.

Tijana is committed to helping her clients feel heard and understood, reassuring them that their unique trauma is going to be addressed with empathy and compassion while making sure that their claims are dealt with in an efficient and expedient manner.

If you or someone you know has been injured in an accident, please contact Tijana or our personal injury department by emailing info@devrylaw.ca or by calling 416-449-1400.