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…
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 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 was reports that one of the most widely-publicized, sports-related lawsuits in Canada had reached a settlement. According to reports, the Steve…
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…
Finding fault in motor vehicle accidents
If you are unfortunate enough to be involved in a motor vehicle accident, and it is reported to ICBC, you will be assigned an adjuster….
ICBC’s ‘Hardball’ Tactics With Injured People?
Recent news reports about ICBC’s treatment of injured people—their own customers—has led to some interesting discussions at workplace water fountains. And we’re seeing colleagues who…
Are Lawyers to Blame for ICBC Rate Increases?
ICBC is blaming ‘soaring injury claims’ for their intended rate hike of 4,9% according to an article published recently by the Vancouver Sun and a…
