Category: Insurance
Distracted Driving in BC: Tickets, Point Penalties, Prohibitions and Other Penalties
Depending on how you look at it, technology can be a boon or a bane. It makes our lives so much easier and better in many ways, but it also has its downsides.
One of those negative aspects is that …
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 …
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?
Our Insurance …
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
CBC Marketplace – Travel Insurance
This evening (March 9/2012) the CBC’s Marketplace will be doing an episode on the pitfalls of travel insurance. From the previews I listened to on the radio this morning, it sounds like this episode will be well worth viewing for …
Disbursement Loan Interest – Registrar Allows Only Partial Reimbursement
It is becoming more common for counsel to borrow funds from a lender to pay for the disbursements expended on behalf of the Plaintiff. Whether the Plaintiff should be reimbursed by the Defendant for the interest on that loan has …
ICBC’s Demystifier of Auto Insurance: Demystifying the Demystifier
Ouch. If you are a Canucks fan, last night was not a good hockey night! Thankfully, at least for this last go-round in Boston, we weren’t subjected to any more of Vicki Gabereau’s ICBC ads on top of it.
The …
