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Preszler Injury Lawyers Once Again Victorious at Trial at Guan v Hayward

Preszler is proud to announce another fantastic trial win. The BC Supreme Court recently published reasons for their decision in Guan v Hayward, 2020 BCSC 552. In Guan, Preszler lawyer Josie Guglielmucci obtained a $124,744 award for the 25-year-old plaintiff who had been injured in a motor vehicle accident. This award is many times higher … Continue reading “Preszler Injury Lawyers Once Again Victorious at Trial at Guan v Hayward”

Preszler Injury Lawyers Win at Trial Again

The BC Supreme Court recently published reasons for their decision in Bucholtz v Zhang, 2020 BCSC 571. In Bucholtz, Preszler lawyer Seth Wheeldon obtained a $188,603 judgment in favour of the plaintiff. This is a strong result considering that the plaintiff worked through his pain and therefore had not suffered any wage loss. For background, … Continue reading “Preszler Injury Lawyers Win at Trial Again”

What Happens If Someone Leaves the Scene of an Accident?

By law, anyone involved in a car accident must remain at the scene until law enforcement arrives. Leaving the scene after a collision results in Failing to Stop at the Scene of an Accident, a criminal offence with potentially serious penalties. This attempt to avoid responsibility is better known as a hit and run. The … Continue reading “What Happens If Someone Leaves the Scene of an Accident?”

How Does an Auto Accident Affect a Self-Employed Person’s Income?

If you are self-employed, an auto accident can have a devastating impact on your ability to earn a living. Especially if you work in an industry where client demand tends to fluctuate, it may be difficult to calculate the precise loss of income attributable to an accident. Nevertheless, B.C. judges have a legal duty to … Continue reading “How Does an Auto Accident Affect a Self-Employed Person’s Income?”

British Columbia Seatbelt Laws: What you Need to Know

Cars have been equipped with seatbelts for decades.  The regulation of seatbelts and the impact that they have on both drivers and passengers in the unfortunate event of a motor vehicle crash have been the subject of much debate over the years. There are some schools of thought that would believe that seatbelts are not … Continue reading “British Columbia Seatbelt Laws: What you Need to Know”

Do You Need to Get a Police Report After a Car Accident?

One of the more common mistakes people make following a car accident is failing to contact the local police. B.C. law actually requires anyone involved in an accident to notify the police within 24 hours (or 48 hours in rural areas) if the estimated damages exceed $1,000. Even if you are unsure of the amount … Continue reading “Do You Need to Get a Police Report After a Car Accident?”

 
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