Vancouver is home to numerous venues where residents and visitors gather to enjoy major sporting events, concerts, theatre performances, professional conventions, and public events. Wherever crowds convene, the risk of serious injury increases. While some incidents are purely accidental, others are preventable and due to another’s negligence. In those cases, accident victims may be entitled to seek compensation under British Columbia law.
When an injury stems from negligence, a failure to take reasonable precautions, or unsafe conditions, the owner, promoter, or another party may be liable. But in order to build a solid case, you’ll need to present strong evidence of their legal fault and the harm you suffered as a result.
Here are some steps for preserving evidence after an injury at a Vancouver event or venue.
Evidence to Collect at the Event or Venue
In many ways, your personal injury claim begins the moment you’re injured. Try to recover as much of the following evidence at the accident scene if possible:
- Photos and video of the area where the accident happened and the hazard(s) that injured you
- The contact info for any eyewitnesses and brief witness statements
- The location of any nearby surveillance or security cameras that may have captured what happened
Also, be sure to report the accident to management and ask for a copy of the incident report.
Medical, Financial, and Ongoing Evidence to Keep
The days and weeks after the injury are just as important for gathering crucial evidence. Useful documentation can include:
- Medical records documenting your injuries, symptoms, diagnoses, and long-term prognosis
- Medical treatment notes
- Bills and receipts of any out-of-pocket expenses you incurred due to your injuries
- A written account of your memories of the incident
- The clothing and shoes you wore at the time of the incident — do not wash them
- Ticket stubs, wristbands, or emailed receipts proving you attended the event
Why Choose Warnett Hallen LLP for a Vancouver Event Injury Claim?
Clients in Vancouver and British Columbia have trusted Warnett Hallen LLP with their legal needs since 2013. Firm founders Paul Warnett and Manjot Hallen have over 45 years of combined experience handling a broad array of personal injury claims, from occupiers liability and slip-and-fall cases to life insurance denials and dental malpractice claims.
Here’s why clients choose us:
- Free, no-obligation consultation ‒ We will listen to your story, review the evidence you have been able to recover, and discuss your next steps.
- Proven results ‒ Our legal team has recovered millions for clients in settlement negotiations and at trial.
- Open communication ‒ We know you need a lawyer who’s accessible. We make ourselves available to discuss the status of your case and respond to calls and emails promptly.
- Comprehensive legal service ‒ While you rest and heal, we can start building your personal injury claim.
Time is of the essence when it comes to evidence collection after an injury, especially when it occurred on someone else’s premises. Hazards may be cleaned up or repaired quickly, and video footage may be overwritten if you don’t take steps to preserve it. Our skilled lawyers can send preservation letters to potentially liable parties requesting that they preserve relevant event injury documentation.
Contact a Vancouver Personal Injury Lawyer
Warnett Hallen is an established personal injury law firm serving clients in Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, Richmond, and other communities throughout BC. If you suffered an injury at a Vancouver venue or event, our team can help you understand your legal rights and options so that you can make informed decisions moving forward.
Here’s what one client said about their experience with our firm and lawyers:
“Manjot Hallen, Bojan, Leah, Karai, and the entire team at Warnett Hallen went above and beyond during my time with them as a client. As a busy professional with limited time, they took the initiative to ensure everything was running on track. I never had to chase for information or details. Things always felt firmly in motion and in control with them at the helm. The team was always proactive and never reactive. I am thankful for their professional services and exceptional results.” — Reeha Korpal
Contact us today to speak with a member of our personal injury team.
