Category: Car Accident Lawyer
Have you ever wondered which cars are the most likely to get pulled over? People have all kinds of anecdotal theories. Sports cars get pulled over more. Red cars get the most tickets. But where does the truth lie? And more importantly, does it matter when it comes to speed-related accidents? Which Cars Get the […]
Citing a “serious problem” facing the car insurance industry, the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) made sweeping changes to its auto accident policies earlier this year. ICBC states that these changes were necessary because B.C. crashes, injury claims and repair costs had reached an all-time high. But the new policies may be leaving drivers […]
Car-sharing is a popular way to rent a car for short-term trips. Users can rent cars from a company or another individual without the hassle, expense, and 24-hour commitment associated with traditional rental car companies. The convenience and affordability of car-shares have made Zipcar, Evo, and Modo vehicles pervasive in many Canadian cities — but […]
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 […]
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 lawyers 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. […]
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 […]
Following another vehicle too closely, or tailgating, is a dangerous driving practice that many motorists engage in. When a driver is in a rush, distracted, or simply doesn’t realize they are not leaving enough space to slow down or stop, severe and sometimes fatal car accidents can occur. We’re all taught in our driver’s education […]
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 […]
ICBC What to Do After a Crash 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 […]