Gill v. Lai: B.C. Court of Appeal Reduces Damage Award to Victim of Multiple Car Accidents

September 15, 2019

Categories: Car Accident, Personal Injury

Tagged with: car accidents

Car accidents can have serious, long-term ramifications for your ability to earn a living. Many accident victims find they are unable to return to work for months or years afterwards. Even those who do return to work may find their ability to advance in their careers sharply curtailed by their accident-related injuries. The Two Accidents … Continue reading Gill v. Lai: B.C. Court of Appeal Reduces Damage Award to Victim of Multiple Car Accidents →

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

September 15, 2019

Categories: Car Accident, Motor Vehicle Accident, Personal Injury

Tagged with: self-employed

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? →

Dornan v. Stephens: How do Prior Brain Injuries Factor into a Personal Injury Claim?

September 15, 2019

Categories: Car Accident, Personal Injury

Tagged with: brain injuries, medical history

If you have sustained serious injuries in a car accident, both the negligent driver and ICBC will go over your past medical history with a fine-tooth comb. It is in their interests to find anything in your past that might reduce their own liability for the accident. Even if the accident aggravated a pre-existing injury, … Continue reading Dornan v. Stephens: How do Prior Brain Injuries Factor into a Personal Injury Claim? →

Laliberte v. Jarma: Does Being a Single Mother Affect a Personal Injury Award?

September 15, 2019

Categories: Car Accident, Personal Injury

Tagged with: personal injury award

When it comes to personal injury claims arising from auto accidents in B.C., there is no one-size-fits all formula. A judge will take into account a number of factors related to the victim’s educational, employment, and even family status when determining damages for things like loss of past and future income or pain and suffering. … Continue reading Laliberte v. Jarma: Does Being a Single Mother Affect a Personal Injury Award? →

Laliberte v. Jarma: Does Being a Single Mother Affect a Personal Injury Award?

August 25, 2019

Categories: Car Accident, Personal Injury

When it comes to personal injury claims arising from auto accidents in B.C., there is no one-size-fits all formula. A judge will take into account a number of factors related to the victim’s educational, employment, and even family status when determining damages for things like loss of past and future income or pain and suffering. … Continue reading Laliberte v. Jarma: Does Being a Single Mother Affect a Personal Injury Award? →

Goldie v McLean: Pair of Auto Accidents Cause Kelowna Welder Chronic Back Pain

August 25, 2019

Categories: Car Accident, Personal Injury

Tagged with: chronic pain

One of the most common outcomes of an auto accident is chronic pain, particularly in the victim’s back. Indeed, such back pain may linger in a victim for years following an accident and affect his or her ability to work or carry out the basic activities of daily living. When the accident itself was the … Continue reading Goldie v McLean: Pair of Auto Accidents Cause Kelowna Welder Chronic Back Pain →

The Basics of a Airplane Accident Personal Injury Claim

June 13, 2019

Categories: Personal Injury

Tagged with: airplane accident

British Columbia Airplane Accident Lawyer A commercial and private airplane accident is often a life-changing event for victims and their family members, causing serious and debilitating injuries for some, and fatal wounds for others. All airplane accidents, however small or large, require thorough investigation by an experienced British Columbia airplane accident lawyer, even if you … Continue reading The Basics of a Airplane Accident Personal Injury Claim →

British Columbia Seatbelt Laws: What you Need to Know

March 27, 2019

Categories: Car Accident, Motor Vehicle Accident, Personal Injury, Truck Accidents

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 →

I’ve Been Bitten by a Dog in British Columbia: What do I do?

March 27, 2019

Categories: All Blogs, Dog Bites, Personal Injury

Although dogs are often referred to as “man’s best friend”, unfortunately this is not always the case.  Some dogs by their nature have the great capability to cause serious injuries, both to people and other animals.  If you are the unfortunate victim of such an incident, it is important to take the proper steps to … Continue reading I’ve Been Bitten by a Dog in British Columbia: What do I do? →

Navigating the Legal Implications of British Columbia Cross-Border Accidents

March 27, 2019

Categories: All Blogs, Personal Injury

For residents of British Columbia, crossing the border into the United States can be a regular, if not daily occurrence. Whether for travel to Washington, commuting for work, going on a day trip, or conducting other business, the reasons for doing so are wide and surprisingly common.  Many BC residents are even employed in the … Continue reading Navigating the Legal Implications of British Columbia Cross-Border Accidents →

Is Loss of Housekeeping Capacity Something that Injured Parties Can Be Compensated for in British Columbia?

March 27, 2019

Categories: All Blogs, Personal Injury

Persons injured in accidents often suffer different types of damages that can depend on their occupation, whether they are employed outside the home and whether they are the person in charge of performing household tasks at their home.  In many cases, it is not only a person’s loss of earning capacity that drives the value … Continue reading Is Loss of Housekeeping Capacity Something that Injured Parties Can Be Compensated for in British Columbia? →

Rickett v. Sangra: Burnaby Judge Awards $355,000 to Man Injured in 2015 Car Accident

March 20, 2019

Categories: All Blogs, Car Accident, Case Study, Personal Injury

Some of us are just not “complainers” by nature. That is to say, if certain people are involved in a car accident, they will not complain or “make a fuss” about their injuries or pain. Of course, they will still seek medical attention. But they just are not the type to complain about any ongoing … Continue reading Rickett v. Sangra: Burnaby Judge Awards $355,000 to Man Injured in 2015 Car Accident →

Proving a Traumatic Brain Injury in a Pedestrian Accident Case

March 20, 2019

Categories: All Blogs, Pedestrian Accident, Personal Injury

There are over 2,000 pedestrian accidents in British Columbia each year. The pedestrian obviously feels the brunt of a collision, as he or she lacks any protection from the road or other elements. Even when the motor vehicle driver is clearly at fault for the accident, there may still be a dispute as to the … Continue reading Proving a Traumatic Brain Injury in a Pedestrian Accident Case →

How is ICBC Repayment Handled?

March 20, 2019

Categories: All Blogs, Case Study, ICBC Claims, Personal Injury

One of the risks in filing an ICBC claim is that the corporation may initially pay for damages to your vehicle following a car accident, only to turn around and demand repayment. This can happen when an ICBC adjuster decides your damages were unrelated to the accident in question, you exaggerated or falsified your claim, … Continue reading How is ICBC Repayment Handled? →

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

March 20, 2019

Categories: All Blogs, Car Accident, Case Study, Motor Vehicle Accident, Personal Injury

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? →

Proving Loss of Future Earning Capacity While in School

March 20, 2019

Categories: All Blogs, Car Accident, Case Study, Personal Injury

A motor vehicle accident can leave you with debilitating, long-term pain that makes it impossible for you to return to your previous job. For this reason, B.C. law permits damages for loss of an accident victim’s “future earning capacity.” Calculating this category of damages is often easier said than done. If the victim was regularly … Continue reading Proving Loss of Future Earning Capacity While in School →

When is a Highway Not a Highway?

March 18, 2019

Categories: All Blogs, Case Study, ICBC Claims, Pedestrian Accident, Personal Injury

A hit-and-run car accident poses unique legal challenges for the injured parties. After all, who do you sue if you never saw the driver who hit you? Fortunately, B.C. law provides an answer in most cases–namely, that ICBC is responsible for any hit-and-run arising from the “use or operation of a vehicle on a highway … Continue reading When is a Highway Not a Highway? →

Who is Responsible for an Ambulance Accident?

March 18, 2019

Categories: All Blogs, Car Accident, Case Study, Motor Vehicle Accident, Personal Injury

Under the normal rules of the road, speeding and running a red light are the type of reckless acts that would make you liable for a car accident. There is a critical exception for emergency vehicles such as ambulances. Under B.C. law, the driver of an emergency vehicle may “exceed the speed limit” and “proceed … Continue reading Who is Responsible for an Ambulance Accident? →

Do I Need a Lawyer for a Personal Injury Case in British Columbia?

March 18, 2019

Categories: All Blogs, Car Accident, Case Study, Personal Injury

When you have been seriously injured in a car accident and are facing financial hardship, you may be hesitant to contact a lawyer about your case. But the fact of the matter is that attempting to serve as your own lawyer in a personal injury lawsuit, especially one where you are seeking a significant amount … Continue reading Do I Need a Lawyer for a Personal Injury Case in British Columbia? →

Is the Motorist Always Responsible for Pedestrian Accidents in B.C.?

March 18, 2019

Categories: All Blogs, Case Study, Pedestrian Accident, Personal Injury

Although pedestrian accidents are by definition a mismatch–a 1,500-kilogram car versus a human being–that does not mean the motorist is automatically liable for any injuries sustained by the pedestrian. As with any personal injury claim, a court must consider the relative fault of all parties involved. A judge may, in fact, decide that the pedestrian … Continue reading Is the Motorist Always Responsible for Pedestrian Accidents in B.C.? →

B.C. Judge Awards Damages to Man Injured in Burnaby Starbucks Fight

March 18, 2019

Categories: All Blogs, Case Study, Personal Injury

Personal injury cases in B.C. usually involve accidents, such as a motor vehicle collision caused by someone driving recklessly or unsafely. There are also plenty of cases in which one party intentionally injures the other. Let us say a fight breaks out and one person seriously injures the other. The aggressor may be held liable … Continue reading B.C. Judge Awards Damages to Man Injured in Burnaby Starbucks Fight →

B.C. Court of Appeal Upholds $4.8 Million Volvo Personal Injury Award

March 18, 2019

Categories: All Blogs, Case Study, Personal Injury, Truck Accidents

Truck accidents are not always the result of driver negligence. In many cases, the vehicle itself may have some sort of defect that causes a driver to lose control. Sometimes these defects are the result of shoddy maintenance by the truck’s owner. But the problem may also go all the way back to when the … Continue reading B.C. Court of Appeal Upholds $4.8 Million Volvo Personal Injury Award →

Loss of Past and Future Income: What Do B.C. Judges Look For?

November 02, 2018

Categories: All Blogs, Personal Injury

Tagged with: car accidents, case study, damages, injury lawyer, personal injury claim

An auto accident can significantly harm your long-term employment prospects. Whether you are currently employed or looking for work when your accident

Damages in British Columbia Tort Claims: What You Need to Know

September 28, 2018

Categories: Personal Injury

Tagged with: car accidents, damages, injury lawyer, personal injury claim

When a person is injured in a motor vehicle accident in British Columbia, he or she may have as many as three types of ICBC claims. One of those is a

How Do B.C. Courts Assess Damages for Chronic Pain Victims?

August 15, 2018

Categories: All Blogs, Personal Injury

Tagged with: car accidents, chronic pain, injury lawyer, personal injury claim

Not all car accident injuries heal with time. Many B.C. residents find themselves dealing with chronic pain for years following an accident. Chronic p

How Do Previous Accidents Factor Into My Personal Injury Claim?

July 04, 2018

Categories: All Blogs, Car Accident, Personal Injury

Tagged with: car accidents, injury lawyer, motorists, personal injury claim

In assessing damages following a car accident, a British Columbia judge will carefully scrutinize the victim’s pre-accident medical condition, includi

What is a Child’s Liability for Causing an Accident?

May 11, 2018

Categories: All Blogs, bicycle accident, Personal Injury

The majority of personal injury cases involve the actions of adults. There are some situations, such as bicycle accidents, in which the negligent part

Ignoring Medical Advice can Prove Costly in B.C. Personal Injury Litigation

May 11, 2018

Categories: All Blogs, Personal Injury

Any personal injury lawyer will tell you it is a bad idea to represent yourself in court. It is equally ill-advised to serve as your own doctor follow

Can a BC Car Accident Lead to Early-Onset Dementia?

May 11, 2018

Categories: All Blogs, Car Accident, Personal Injury

A traumatic brain injury is often dismissed as nothing more than “getting knocked out for a few seconds.” Indeed, the popular tendency to describe

Preszler Law Featured on CTV Vancouver “Ask An Expert” Waivers

March 08, 2018

Categories: All Blogs, Personal Injury

Do you know your rights before signing a waiver? Seth Wheeldon from Preszler Law spoke with CTV News Vancouver about waivers, safety and liabilities.

Five Common Winter Sports Injuries in British Columbia

March 08, 2018

Categories: All Blogs, Personal Injury

Tagged with: personal injury claim, slip and fall

Winter provides a great opportunity across Canada to enjoy skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hockey, and other winter