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As you may have seen, ICBC has a new ad campaign toting the considerable resources that they have devoted to catching fraudsters on social media. It works. For example, a Williams Lake man had rolled his truck after drinking on New Years Eve. In order to make a claim with ICBC, he convinced his sober passenger … Continued
Most people know that after injuries suffered in an accident, you should keep track of your symptoms. Even before legal advice, people have entered notes on their phones, written in scratchpads and note pads. Usually, the information kept is very detailed early on. After a few weeks, entries become sporadic. Usually after a month or … Continued
While out on the road, it’s not uncommon to spot a gap in traffic, decide to take a chance, and turn through that gap. This is particularly true when attempting to turn into a parking lot during rush hour. However, the recent case Vahman v. Cutt et al. is an important reminder that when it comes to … Continued
If you are handling your own ICBC injury claim you may be in the position where ICBC has made you a settlement offer. The question is should you accept? In many cases, the short answer is probably “No”. The slightly longer answer is probably “No, and you should always get legal advice from an experienced … Continued
A driver who causes an accident in BC is responsible to compensate other parties involved for their injuries, losses and expenses (such as medical costs and loss of wages) as a result. But what happens if the other driver does not have any or enough insurance coverage to pay for all the injuries, losses and … Continued
Recently DBM partner Joe McStravick represented a client who was injured in a motor vehicle accident that resulted in soft tissue damage around the plaintiff’s spine and neck. The injury occurred on May 23, 2008, while the plaintiff, Mr. Jackson, was driving his work vehicle. The accident was the result of another vehicle rapidly veering from the … Continued
In 2009, a DBM client was the victim of soft-tissue injuries to her neck and upper back following the rear-ending of a vehicle that she was riding in as a passenger. In addition to suffering considerable pain, she required accommodation at her job, was precluded from participating in sports and social events that she formerly … Continued
In 2009, a DBM client was the victim of soft-tissue injuries to her neck and upper back following the rear-ending of a vehicle that she was riding in as a passenger. In addition to suffering considerable pain, she required accommodation at her job, was precluded from participating in sports and social events that she formerly … Continued
The Court of Appeal of British Columbia recently handed down a decision which was argued by Harmonie Roesch-West and Marcus Bolda of Drysdale Bacon McStravick LLP. The issue being decided by the Court of Appeal was whether massage therapy is a benefit ICBC is obligated to pay as a Part 7 benefit. Is massage therapy … Continued