Daylight Savings, Driving, and the Risk of Pedestrian Collisions
According to a report released last November, the most fatal pedestrian collisions in British Columbia occurred in Vancouver and Surrey. Data from the BC Coroners Service…
Common Injuries Experienced In Motor Vehicle Collisions
If you drive a car, there is a chance that at some point you will be involved in a collision. For example, there are an…
How to Stay Safe on the Road When It Gets Dark – As a Driver
As holiday decorations, chocolates, and gift wrap appear in our stores, we know that the colder months, shorter days and longer nights are upon us….
Witnesses at Trial
Being injured in an accident can prove to become a difficult life changing event and/or interruption. You may be left unable to work, care for…
What’s Involved in an ICBC Investigation and How Do Prepare
Insurance Corporation British Columbia (ICBC) is the public auto insurance corporation in BC under the Insurance (Vehicle) Act. They must scrutinize each claim and will…
How Seeing a Physician After an Accident Can Help Your Case
There are many ways in which seeing a physician after an accident can help your personal injury case and increase your chances of reaching a…
How a Lawyer Can Help if ICBC Begins to Investigate Your Claim
While you may believe that you are entitled to monetary compensation from ICBC after an accident, there is a possibility that a legitimate claim could…
One Accident, Two Claims: When to Speak to an Injury Lawyer in BC
Getting into a car accident in British Columbia can be extremely stressful, especially when serious injuries have occurred. You will understandably be focused on getting…
When a Government Entity or Employee is Liable for a Car Accident
Mistakes and negligence on highways and roads can lead to unsafe driving conditions for motorists in British Columbia. Sometimes it is a government, municipality or…
Moore-Bertuzzi Lawsuit Highlights Access to Justice Challenges
Earlier this week there were reports that the Moore-Bertuzzi dispute, one of the most widely publicized, sports-related lawsuits in Canada, had reached a settlement. According…
Should you sue your spouse or close friend?
On August 8, 2014, the BC Supreme Court awarded $3.2 million damages to a woman who was seriously injured in a car accident when her…
How Do Courts Decide Who Is at Fault in a Motor Vehicle Accident?
There’s a unique role for ICBC to play in determining fault, but ultimately it’s not up to ICBC. The real question is: How would the…
