07 November, 2016

A Child’s Claim Under the Family Compensation Act

Losing a loved one in a motor vehicle accident is not something we like to think about, but it does happen. If a child loses one parent, his damages under the Family Compensation Act, R.S.B.C. 1996, c. 126, relating to that...

04 November, 2016

Medical Evidence at Trial

At trial, the Plaintiff normally provides the Court with medical evidence that supports their claim for personal injury. ICBC often provides medical evidence that contradicts this or minimizes the injuries. Klein v. Sangha, 2016 BCSC 1864, is an unusual case that...

04 November, 2016

Malahat Accident

Mr. Rajinder Sahota is featured on CFAX 1070 discussing the recent fatal accident on the Malahat. CFAX 1070 discussion with Mr. Rajinder Sahota...

02 November, 2016

Compensation for the Death of a Loved One in a Motor Vehicle Accident

It can be devastating if a loved one dies in a motor vehicle accident. The Family Compensation Act, R.S.B.C. 1996, c. 126, (“FAC”) provides limited compensation to the surviving spouse and children of the deceased, as well as grandparents who have...

31 October, 2016

How a dangerous left turn left to tragedy on Malahat

KATIE DEROSA / TIMES COLONIST OCTOBER 28, 2016 09:19 AM UPDATED: OCTOBER 29, 2016 10:25 AM Crash on Malahat near near McCurdy Drive on Oct. 27, 2016 Two vehicles crashed on the Malahat near McCurdy Drive during rush hour on Thursday afternoon. Oct. 27,...

26 October, 2016

Left-Turning Drivers Need to Look for Themselves

When traffic is backed up and an oncoming driver wants to turn left, it’s not unusual for a well-meaning motorist to wave the driver through the turn. However, sometimes this simple gesture can result in a serious accident. The law...

24 October, 2016

Part 7 “No Fault” Benefits

In addition to seeking compensation from the Defendant driver in a motor vehicle accident, inured parties can also claim ‘Part 7 Benefits’. Part 7 benefits are named after the section of the Insurance (Vehicle) Act which provides for up to...

21 October, 2016

Compensation for Loss of Ability to Maintain Your Home

The purpose of awarding a Plaintiff damages for the Defendant’s negligence is to restore the Plaintiff to the position they would have been in had the negligence not occurred. This involves claiming compensation for pain and suffering, lost wages and...

19 October, 2016

Business Losses Post-Collision

In Singh v. Soper, 2016 BCSC 1748, the Plaintiff claimed business losses following a February, 2006, motor vehicle collision. He was 64 years old at trial. At the time of the accident, the Plaintiff was driving a truck he had leased. He...

17 October, 2016

Collision Causes Stroke

Injuries caused by motor vehicle accidents are not always straightforward. In McKenzie v. Lloyd, 2016 BCSC 174, the Plaintiff was involved in four motor vehicle collisions over a three-year time period. The key issue before the Court was the cause of...