Category: Personal Injury
If you have a long-term disability in British Columbia, you may have the right to pursue disability benefits. But even with disability insurance coverage, you may not necessarily succeed in your claim if you attempt to file it alone. Insurance companies have a financial incentive to challenge disability claims. That’s why you should consider enlisting […]
After a loved one passes away, life insurance could help pay for their final medical expenses, funeral and burial costs, and financial contribution to your household. However, insurance companies sometimes try to maximize their profits by wrongfully denying, delaying, or underpaying claims on life insurance policies. If you’re stuck in a life insurance dispute in […]
Statistics show that slip-and-fall accidents cause serious injuries throughout Canada every year. If you were severely injured in a slip-and-fall accident on someone else’s property, you might be eligible to seek financial compensation for your injuries and other losses. A occupiers’ liability lawyer in Vancouver, BC from Warnett Hallen LLP can answer your questions in […]
Fibromyalgia is estimated to affect roughly two percent of all Canadians, yet it’s a disease that’s widely misunderstood and difficult to diagnose. This can make it hard for sufferers to get the treatment they need and the public benefits that may make their lives easier. Are you suffering from fibromyalgia and struggling to obtain disability […]
Women who are involved in front-end car accidents are 73 percent more likely to sustain serious injuries than men, even when wearing seat belts, a study recently published in the journal Traffic Injury Prevention reports. Specifically, women are more susceptible to lower body injuries in the legs, spine, and abdomen. The data also shows that […]
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 […]
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 […]
If you are interested in hitchhiking in BC start by understanding the rules of the road. While hitchhiking is not illegal, there are several instances where you could be arrested for the practice. To help you avoid legal issues as a BC hitchhiker we have created a helpful guide outlining the basic practices for requesting […]
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 […]
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 LLP, we understand the decision to hire a lawyer can be stressful. […]