Category: Motor Vehicle Accident Injury
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.
We know …
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?
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 …
Court of Appeal Confirms Test – When Should Disbursements For Expert Reports Be Allowed?
In Fan v. Chana, 2009 BCSC 1127, an infant Plaintiff went to trial and was awarded damages for her injuries in the amount of approximately $32,000 and, in the usual fashion, was entitled to costs with liberty to …
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 …
Maintaining a Pain Journal After a Motor Vehicle Collision
Should I keep a “pain journal” following my accident?
After an accident, substantial time can pass before the settlement with ICBC or your matter goes to trial. It is very difficult to keep track of events unless they are written …
