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Important Notice: Our firm can only assist with ICBC claims for accidents that occurred before May 1st, 2021. Unfortunately, we are unable to take on claims for accidents occurring on or after this date.
If you are involved in an auto accident in Delta and it was not your fault, there is a good chance that you are entitled to receive compensation under your ICBC policy. Unfortunately, ICBC is not interested in simply paying out what claims are worth; it is more profitable for insurance companies to make claimants fight for the full amount due.
Preszler Injury Lawyers offers caring professionals locally to assist claimants in Delta, B.C. At our ICBC law firm, we help you prove the value of your claim to obtain maximum compensation.
What happens when you present an ICBC claim
If you are involved in an accident in Delta, chances are you will need to go through ICBC to obtain your compensation. Here is what happens:
- Obtain medical care – Safety is the most important priority. Some injuries may not be obvious right after the crash, but your prognosis for these latent injuries can be improved by early evaluation and treatment.
- Notify ICBC of the accident – Under the law, all drivers are required to provide notice to ICBC promptly (ideally within 24 hours).
- An adjuster will be assigned – this person will attempt to assign fault so it is imperative to not say anything that can be misconstrued against you. For your own protection, speak with one of our Delta ICBC lawyers before speaking with an adjuster.
- For a collision claim, obtain an estimate for the damage.
- Negotiate a settlement or explore options for disputing a settlement offer. Depending on the amount of the disputed claim, you may need to file your claim with the Civil Resolution Tribunal or with one of several B.C. courts. Be careful – if you do not file within the limitation period, you may not be able to recover any compensation.
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For more than 60 years, Preszler Injury Lawyers has been helping people across British Columbia pursue the compensation they deserve for their ICBC claims. As one of the country’s longest-standing personal injury law firms, our practice is devoted entirely to injury law and helping accident victims–it’s all we do.
Schedule a free consultation today to speak with our award-winning personal injury lawyers and find out if you have a case. Our legal team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to take your call.
How a lawyer can help
The time following a car crash can be confusing and frustrating – on top of recovering physically, you may also face the burden of lost wages, emotional stress, and the frustration of dealing with an insurance company. Preszler Injury Lawyers’ Delta ICBC lawyers walk clients through this process as quickly and painlessly as possible.
A skilled and experienced ICBC lawyer at our firm can assist your claim by:
- Investigating the facts and gathering evidence necessary to support your claim
- Calculating the fair value of your claim, including pecuniary and non-pecuniary damages
- Hiring excellent doctors and other experts to provide reports that substantiate your claims
- Communicating with ICBC representatives to prevent your words from being used against you and presenting a strong front when it comes to presenting a demand
Hire a lawyer in B.C.
Preszler Injury Lawyers now serves the personal injury needs of those across British Columbia with the convenience of consultation offices located throughout the province. We offer:
- Legal services in many languages
- Knowledgeable advice from lawyers who understand ICBC’s Part 7 benefits
- Valuable resources including a network of professional consultants and expert witnesses to help prove your claim
- Always free consultations
No matter how severe your injuries are following a British Columbia motor vehicle crash, contact an ICBC lawyer at Preszler Injury Lawyers. We are positioned to provide valuable advice and help you receive the compensation you need.
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We are proud to be one of Canada’s oldest and long-standing personal injury law firms. Since 1959, we have been providing exceptional legal services and have established ourselves as leading personal injury lawyers in the Canadian legal community. It’s not just the awards that recognize our achievements, but also the wins we’ve achieved for thousands of Canadians with their ICBC claims.
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ICBC FAQs
Here are some commonly asked questions for ICBC claims
Will hiring an injury lawyer impact my ICBC claim negatively?
No, personal injury lawyers teach you about your rights, advise you how much money your claim is worth, and, work to ensure that you are legally protected.
Preszler Law BC’s lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, which means that we take on the costs of your lawsuit for you until the settlement or judgment; we do not ask for any money up front; and, there is no fee unless we recover money for you.
Personal injury lawyers are nearly always able to increase the amount of money you receive for your settlement, even after the fees are deducted.
How can an accident lawyer help me with ICBC?
Our accident lawyers know the law. They will teach you about your rights and advise you how much your claim is worth. We handle all aspects of the lawsuit for you so that you can focus on your recovery.
If you do not know your rights or what your claim is worth, then you may settle for a low or unfair amount. ICBC wants to lower your settlement as much as possible. ICBC is a business seeking to maximize its profits.
ICBC will hire a lawyer to defend its interests. This lawyer does not represent you and will actively seek to harm your case. A personal injury lawyer works to even the power balance between you and ICBC.
ICBC or ICBC’s lawyer will take notes of everything you say. It is important to know your rights so that you do not say or do something that will hurt your case. Once retained, Preszler Law BC will deal with ICBC and their lawyer for you.
Personal injury lawyers will help coordinate your treatment and rehabilitation. We know the best doctors, physiotherapists and health professionals. Getting the best treatment increases the chances of getting back to work and your regular life.
ICBC should pay for all or most of your treatment and up to $300 each week in income replacement if you are not able to return to work. Preszler Law BC works to ensure that ICBC pays for your treatment expenses (physiotherapy, chiropractic care, massage therapy, occupational therapy, etc.) and pays your weekly income replacement benefit.
If an ICBC adjuster offers a settlement, what should I do?
ICBC may try to offer you a low settlement before you have retained a lawyer and know your rights. Before accepting any settlement, it is important to speak with a personal injury lawyer. Even if you do not retain a lawyer, an initial free consultation can provide you with important legal information to help you make informed decisions about your settlement.
You should consider retaining a personal injury lawyer before settling your claim. In nearly all cases, personal injury lawyers are able to recover more money than you can on your own, even after the fees are deducted.
What kind of treatment does ICBC pay for?
If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, then ICBC should be paying for the treatment you reasonably need to recover from your injuries.
ICBC commonly pays for physiotherapy, massage therapy and chiropractic care to help treat your pain. If you need to attend the gym, then ICBC should pay for your gym pass. If you have driving anxiety, depression, anxiety or post-traumatic stress disorder, then ICBC should pay for your counseling. Talk to a Preszler Law BC lawyer to find out if ICBC should be paying for your treatment.
How do I know if ICBC is offering a fair settlement?
In order to know if you have been offered a fair settlement, you need to know:
- who caused your accident, legally speaking;
- what your injuries are;
- how long your injuries will last and how they will affect you long-term;
- how much your injuries will affect your work and personal life;
- how much income you will lose over your lifetime due to your injuries;
- what treatment you need now and in the future; and,
- how the law values your injuries.
If you cannot confidently answer each of the above questions, then you may be settling your claim for an unfairly low amount.
Determining the value of your case can be complicated, requiring a careful analysis of your medical records, employment records, the circumstances of your accident, and the law. In many cases, you may need multiple expert opinions from doctors and other professionals to know the full extent of your injuries and losses.
The best way to know if ICBC has offered you a fair settlement is to contact a personal injury lawyer. Preszler Law BC offers free case evaluations by telephone, online or in person.
Can I take ICBC to court?
Yes, if ICBC does not pay for your treatment, your income loss, or other benefits, then you can start a lawsuit asking for fair treatment under the law.
If ICBC has treated you unfairly, then you may also be able to sue them for “bad faith” or punitive damages.
It is best to consult a lawyer before starting a lawsuit against ICBC. The lawyer can explain your rights and may be able to settle your dispute out of court.
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