Posts by Waterstone Injury Group
Sharing the Road: The (Often Overlooked) Cyclist Right of Way
“Share the road” is a common admonition but unfortunately those behind the wheel of a vehicle are often guilty of not following this safety principle — and legal requirement.
In fact, a recent cycling safety study commissioned by the City …
11 signs you may have a brain injury
As a personal injury lawyer I work with many people who have suffered from head trauma. As a result, I spend a great portion of my time reading through medical records and talking to my clients about their symptoms. I’ve …
Car vs. Pedestrian: is the driver always at fault?
It’s often said that when it’s car vs. person, the car always wins. So does it follow that a driver who injures a pedestrian is automatically at fault? You might think so, but that’s not always the case.
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Social Media: a false reality can damage your claim
Most of us are using social media in one way or another. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and other forms of social media allow us to communicate with others and share details about our lives with just a click of a mouse …
ICBC’s Accusation of Fraud Backfires
Last month the British Columbia Supreme Court ordered ICBC to pay $350,000 in punitive damages to a woman that the insurance company wrongly accused of fraud – an amount that will ultimately come out of the pockets of ICBC’s policy …
I’m the Victim of a “Hit and Run” – What Should I Do?
Being in a car accident is overwhelming at the best of times, but what if the guy who crashed into you takes off and you have no idea who he is. What are you supposed to do then?
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My Child has been Injured in a Car Accident – What Should I Do?
It can be terrifying when your child has been injured in a collision. Your first concerns, obviously, are for his or her well-being. You may also be unsure of how to deal with ICBC because, as you might suspect, special …
I’ve Been Injured in a Car Accident – What Compensation Am I Entitled To?
If you have been injured in a collision through no fault of your own, you may be entitled to financial compensation. It is helpful for you to know what that type of compensation might include, as your ICBC adjuster’s motivation …
What Do You Mean ICBC Isn’t My Insurer?
…You’ve been injured in a collision through no fault of your own. You know you’re entitled to compensation for your injuries, but you keep hearing that “ICBC is not your insurer”. You have your basic insurance through ICBC, so of
Your Facebook Profile as Evidence Against You – Part 2
Roughly a year ago, I wrote a blog post titled “Your Facebook Profile as Evidence Against You.” Since that post, I have been contacted numerous times on the topic of Facebook profiles as evidence, most recently by Canadian …