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New Westminster Car Accident Lawyer

One of the largest cities in British Columbia, New Westminster is no stranger to heavy traffic. Congested roadways frequently increase the chances of a motor vehicle crash. However, there are many factors that could impact the chances of a collision, including pedestrians, commercial trucks, motorcycles, and cyclists. If you have sustained an injury in a vehicle accident, you could benefit from the guidance of a New Westminster car accident lawyer.

At the Preszler Injury Lawyers, our lawyers work tirelessly to defend the legal rights of New Westminster accident victims. To speak with a compassionate car accident law firm ready to take on your case, contact the Preszler Injury Lawyers right away.

Potential injuries in a car accident

Car wrecks have the potential for severe injury and even death. It should come as no surprise, given the large mass of these vehicles combined with the high speed they frequently travel at. If you sustained injuries in a crash, you could have a viable damages claim against the person responsible.

Common injuries in a car accident include:

  • Broken bones
  • Cuts and bruises
  • Concussions and other brain injuries
  • Whiplash and other neck injuries
  • Damaged tendons
  • Damaged ligaments
  • Burns
  • Disfigurement

If you receive treatment for an injury resulting from a car crash, it is crucial that you retain your medical records. These records could be valuable to a car accident lawyer during the investigative process.

Types of damages available in a BC car accident case

It is up to your car accident lawyer to identify damages in your case prior to filing suit. Damages commonly available in a car accident case include:

  • Medical bills
  • Lost wages
  • Future medical costs
  • Diminished employment opportunities
  • Disfigurement
  • Loss of consortium
  • Pain and suffering
  • Property damage repair bills

Calculating damages in your lawsuit

The process of calculating damages in your case is more complicated than simply pushing a button and waiting for a value to spit out. There is no formula for calculating damages, as there are far too many factors to take into account.

The ICBC does use some guidelines in determining the kind of offer they might make in your case. Every injury has a different range of potential value. Whiplash injuries, for example, could be worth as little as $6,500 and as much as $15,000. These are merely settlement offers, however, and courts are not bound by these limits. In many cases, a court will award damages significantly higher than ICBC settlement offers.

Discuss your case with a New Westminster car accident lawyer

You deserve a team of lawyers that will work tirelessly toward your goal of financial recovery. Have questions about the claims process? Our compassionate lawyers may have the answer. To discuss your case, contact our firm right away to schedule your free, no-obligation initial consultation right away.


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Suite 301,
Victoria, BC
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Vancouver, BC
V6E 3C9
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