How Do Previous Accidents Affect My Personal Injury Claim?
If you have been injured in an auto accident, you may be going through the often lengthy process of filing an ICBC claim. However, if you’ve had any prior injuries, you may wonder if...
Read Full PostCommon Types of Auto Accidents
The circumstances surrounding two car accidents are never exactly the same. Some common variables include the location, road conditions, damage to vehicles, and injuries sustained. Furthermore, there are many different ways in which accidents...
Read Full PostThe Dangers of Distracted Walking While Crossing the Road
The dangers of distracted driving due to smartphone use are well documented, but there’s another surprising danger of the smartphone that could land you in the hospital – distracted walking. Pedestrians who pay attention...
Read Full PostUnderstanding a Pedestrian’s Right of Way at a Crosswalk
Each year, serious injuries and even fatalities occur when pedestrians and motorists fail to understand right-of-way laws. As either a motorist or a pedestrian, it is your responsibility to be aware of and obey...
Read Full PostThe Truth Behind ICBC Injury Caps in Canada
In recent months, ICBC has been discussing the possibility of placing caps on their payouts for personal injuries related to auto vehicle accidents in British Columbia. Specifically, proposed payout caps for “minor injuries” will...
Read Full PostThe Benefits of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer
When you’re injured in an auto accident in British Columbia, seeking legal recourse typically involves filing an official claim with ICBC. Unfortunately, the process of submitting a claim and reaching a fair settlement with...
Read Full PostPassengers Can be Governed by Different Law on the Same Plane
Did you know that the passenger sitting next to you could be governed by different legal rights if there was an injury suffered on board the plane? Many people (including lawyers) would assume that...
Read Full Post10 Important Questions to Ask Your Personal Injury Lawyer
If you or a loved one were recently involved in an auto accident in Vancouver, you may be entitled to compensation for the injuries you sustained. Finding a qualified personal injury lawyer should be...
Read Full PostAvoid These Top 10 Mistakes When Making an ICBC Claim
If you’re in an auto accident in British Columbia, there’s a good chance that you’ll need to file an ICBC claim at some point. Unfortunately, the ICBC claims process can be quite confusing, which...
Read Full PostICBC to Cap Most Injury Claims at $5500
Like many of you, we have been closely following this week’s news that ICBC wants to impose “injury caps” to reduce compensation for accident victims. There is one piece of good news: the proposed...
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