by Barbara Webster-Evans | Nov 19, 2012 | Case Results, Legal Articles & Tips
Over the years, I have talked to a lot of clients and potential clients who are seeking compensation (for themselves or their loved ones) for a severe brain or spinal cord injury. I have heard a number of interesting stories about their experiences dealing with other...
by Daniel Corrin | Jul 11, 2012 | Case Results, Legal Articles & Tips
Jaywalking. We all do it on occasion. Jaywalking – We walk across a roadway not at an intersection — we “jaywalk.” Most times it is generally safe to do this, there are no consequences to anyone, and we go on our way without thinking too much...
by | May 5, 2011 | Case Results, Legal Articles & Tips
It’s no secret that prompt rehabilitation practices have reduced the ultimate cost of ICBC claims, and ICBC rehabilitation coordinators are an integral part of this process. But it’s important to remember that these coordinators are part of the insurance defence team...
by Barbara Webster-Evans | Apr 18, 2011 | Case Results, Legal Articles & Tips
In most cases an adult is legally capable of making their own decisions, to initiate, and settle a legal action. However, if a person is not legally competent to manage their own affairs or to make proper decisions in their own interest, someone else can (and should)...
by Barbara Webster-Evans | Apr 13, 2011 | Case Results, Legal Articles & Tips
Under section 24(5) of the Insurance Motor Vehicle Act you can successfully sue ICBC as the nominal defendant if you have taken all reasonable steps to find the driver who caused your injuries. However, the recent case of Morris v. Doe that was pronounced by the BC...
by Daniel Corrin | Mar 30, 2011 | Case Results, Legal Articles & Tips
Many serious vehicle collisions occur in smaller communities throughout British Columbia and Canada where access to experienced legal resources may not be readily available. Sadly, we often hear, too late, about cases that have been settled for a small percentage of...