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 right-of-way laws, particularly as they relate to crosswalks. As a driver, having a better understanding of when pedestrians have the legal
The warmer months of summer have finally arrived, which means more cyclists will be exploring local biking trails and sharing roads with motorists. If you’re a cyclist, be sure to follow some key tips for keeping yourself and others safe on the road! 1. Know Your Route Being familiar with your route can help you
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 your first course of action. It’s not uncommon for attorneys to claim they handle personal injury cases when in reality, their
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 injury cap will not affect existing claims. It will only apply to claims for accidents that occur after April 1, 2019. People
It’s no secret that ICBC claims can be complex. While they’re meant to assist you in the event of an accident, it’s also important to remember that they serve similar protections to the other party (or parties) involved in your accident. As a result, you should play it safe by assuming that the ICBC doesn’t always have
In driving school, you likely learned that safe motorist should stay a safe distance behind the drivers in front of them. The truth is, like you, most drivers simply drive at what they deem to be a “comfortable” distance between other cars — a distance that’s generally too close for real safety. After all, there’s a reason driving schools
Car accidents are on the rise in British Columbia, much to the dismay of drivers everywhere. There were 260,000 car accidents in British Columbia in 2011, according to a study conducted by ICBC. By 2015, that number had increased to 300,000 – bringing the 5-year average up to a harrowing 270,000 incidents annually. One of the most important
One of the most unfortunate things about car accidents is that you can’t plan for them – they occur when you least expect them. In the event that you do find yourself in this type of stressful situation, it’s important to understand what essential steps you have to take next to not only make sure
Every year, almost 300,000 car accidents and collisions occur in British Columbia, and over 50,000 of these result in a personal injury to innocent people because of the careless actions of irresponsible drivers. Since ICBC has a monopoly in basic auto insurance coverage for B.C., and a near monopoly (approximately 90%) in optional supplementary
Although we may not be strangers to commuting in the rain, it is important for all drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution and be alert while on the road. Before Driving: Check that your tires are in good condition, have enough pressure and that the tread hasn’t worn out; Test your windshield wipers to make
Statistics provided by ICBC demonstrate that there are approximately 49,000 hit and run accidents in British Columbia every year. Chances are you or someone you know have been involved in an accident where the responsible party has left the scene of the accident. What to do if a driver leaves the scene of an accident?
A serious injury can impact every aspect of daily life. Not only does a serious injury effect the life of the injured victim, but also that of their loved ones. This is why it is essential that you consult a lawyer immediately after a serious car accident in British Columbia. Continued Care after Hospital Discharge
With BC preparing for its second snowstorm of the winter season, we are reminded that we must take extra caution when driving. As the number of car accidents increase due to hazardous driving conditions during this time of year, drivers must slow down and allow for extra travel time. Read the tips below to ensure you reach
As the holiday season is upon us, many of us will be attending parties, going to shopping centers to complete our loved one’s wish lists or driving out of town to spend time with our family and friends. What do all of these things have in common? Relying on the use of a vehicle. In
Injured in a car accident while working? If you are involved in a car accident while working, it is important that you seek legal advice without delay and call the personal injury lawyers at Warnett Hallen LLP. In British Columbia there are several factors to consider if you have been injured in a car accident while on
A common issue that arises in personal-injury disputes from car accidents in Vancouver is what happens when somebody causes a collision in a car they don’t own. These kinds of incidents happen all the time in a city like Vancouver, a popular destination for friends and family to visit their loved ones where car-borrowing to
After an injury it can be difficult to find a legal team that has the experience necessary to make you feel that your personal injury claim will be properly prepared, quantified and presented to the insurance company or trial judge. At Warnett Hallen, we understand the decision to hire a lawyer can be stressful. This is especially
We have all seen the commercials about the importance of hiring a lawyer after an accident to protect your interests. The personal injury lawyers at Warnett Hallen LLP would agree, hiring a lawyer as soon as possible after an accident is very important. However, seeking medical treatment and attending continued care after an accident is the
As summer becomes fall we are reminded that students will be returning to school in September. This means more traffic and road stress, so all drivers in British Columbia should familiarize themselves with the indicators that schools or playgrounds are near and use extra caution while driving. Safe driving in school zones is important to avoid car accidents,
In Vancouver we experience all kinds of weather from one day to the next, and these fluctuations can affect driving safety. We have some tips for safety solutions when driving with sun glare. Although Vancouver is not know for many sunny days, when we do get one it can be blinding while driving and sun glare
