When Should I Settle an ICBC Claim?
When you have suffered injuries as the result of a car accident, getting medical care and treatment will be a top priority. However, it also will be highly expensive. At the same time, you may be unable to work due to your injuries. As a result, like many car accident victims, you may feel a […]
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Do I Have to Report a Car Accident to ICBC?
Involvement in an auto accident in Vancouver can be a scary and, in many cases, devastating experience. In the immediate moments following a traffic collision, you may not be able to think clearly about steps you must take in order to abide by the law and to be eligible for financial compensation if the other […]
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5 Mistakes To Avoid When Filing an ICBC Injury Claim
Being involved in a car accident is something we all hope to avoid. In addition to damage to your vehicle, you could end up with serious, potentially life threatening injuries. Making a full recovery depends on getting the care you need, as well as getting reimbursed for the damages you have suffered. In order to […]
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The Problem with Teen Drivers
Learning how to drive includes learning the rules of the road and gaining experience behind the wheel. Some learner can take quite a bit of time to master the art of driving and gain the skills necessary to become a safe, competent driver. Even then, drivers must continue to avoid driver distractions, stay alert to […]
Read ArticleDo I Need a Lawyer Immediately After an Accident?
After a car accident, many people are unsure what exactly to do and ask whether they will immediately need a lawyer. In our experience, a lawyer can make all the difference in how your case is handled.Car accident victims need to know their rights early on, and a skilled car accident lawyer can help you […]
Read ArticleAction To Take After A Hit-And-Run Car Accident
If you have been injured in a hit-and-run car accident in British Columbia, you have ICBC coverage for your losses, but you still need to protect yourself if you wish to receive a proper ICBC car accident settlement. The mandatory ICBC Basic Autoplan includes $200,000 in coverage for damage, injuries or death caused by a […]
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Top Driving Distractions in B.C. – Not Texting While Driving?
For several years now, Canadian law enforcement, the government, insurers, personal injury lawyers, motorists and others have been well aware of the danger of injury and death in car accidents caused by distracted driving. Many of us have written and spoken about distracted driving, often focusing on texting-while-driving as the most dangerous form of this […]
Read ArticleBicyclists Need to Weigh Insurance Claims After Accidents
A recent news report reminds bicyclists that ICBC auto liability insurance covers bicycle accidents involving collisions with motorists who are at fault. The Vancouver Sun article focuses on Gloria Cardinal, a cyclist who suffered a concussion, and back, elbow and knee injuries when she was “doored” (hit a car door being opened in her path […]
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Infographic: Don’t Let a Drunk Driving Incident Ruin Your Holidays
The holidays provide us all with a chance to be thankful for the things that we have and spend time with the ones that we love and cherish the most. Unfortunately, during this time of thankfulness and get togethers, we also see dramatic increases in binge drinking, DUIs and drunk driving accidents in Vancouver around the […]
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Are H.I.D Headlights A Safety Feature or a Danger?
It’s no secret that many people take pride in their cars. From shiny rims to state-of-the art sound systems, car enthusiasts can easily spend thousands of dollars all in an effort to get noticed on the road. While there’s no harm in making your wheels shine the brightest, it is a concern when aesthetics threaten […]
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Lights, Camera, Accident! Do dash cameras help in car accident claims?
If you search ‘dash cam accidents’ on YouTube, you’ll find countless videos of some serious car accident footage caught by one of these devices. With the car accident rates soaring due to distracted driving, do British Columbians need one? Do You Need a Dash Camera To Record Motor Vehicle Accidents? Dash cam usage is becoming […]
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Smoking while driving can lead to serious car accident injuries
Last week, I reported seeing a woman driving with a dog in her lap. Even more astounding, that same woman had her left hand hanging out the window holding a cigarette! Talk about distracted. In BC, smoking is only prohibited in a car if there is a passenger under the age of 16 in the […]
Read ArticlePets in vehicles can be the cause of potentially deadly distracted driving
The other day, while stopped at a red light, I looked out my window at the cutest little dog in the car beside me. The only problem was that the dog was sitting in the driver’s seat, on the driver’s lap. Even my 11-year-old daughter said to me, “Mom, how can that lady drive with […]
Read ArticleDistracted Driving is Driving Up ICBC Insurance Rates
In the Vancouver Sun’s August 27, 2014 edition, ICBC was reported as stating that recent, substantial increases in car accident injury claims are a key contributing factor to its proposed five percent increase in ICBC car insurance rates. In the article, ICBC was also quoted as reporting that in particular, rear-end crashes caused by distracted […]
Read ArticleSchool Zone Safety and the Delayed School Year
Even if you don’t have kids in school or a job in education, everyone with a vehicle is affected by the current BC school strike. Typically school zones have a maximum speed zone of 30 kph on school days between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. These restrictions are not in effect during summer holidays, winter […]
Read ArticleAvoid Distracted Driving – Pet Safety While Driving
Dog owners can attest that it’s not just a pet; it’s a member of the family. While it may seem strange to those who have never had a four-legged friend, the bond with your dog is something only fellow pet owners understand. Pet Safety While Driving So if we expect our family members to wear […]
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When Lane Departures Cause Accidents
Have you ever been driving along the highway, only to suddenly feel your vehicle vibrate because you’ve drifted over the road surface markings? Thankfully these were there to guide you back into your lane and (hopefully) make you more focused on your steering. However, these types of mechanisms aren’t always in place, making many lane […]
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The Law Denies ICBC Compensation To Designated Driver In Car Accident
Being a designated driver is obviously a responsible thing to do and prevents countless injuries and deaths caused by car accidents. However, a recent B.C. Supreme Court judgment, Felix v. Insurance Corporation of British Columbia, 2014 BCSC 166, may discourage would-be designated drivers from offering a safe ride home to others. In that case, the […]
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Safe Driving For Mature Drivers
No matter how much we fight it, aging is part of life. Eventually the signs of age start taking shape. Hearing and sight are common senses that we often take for granted when we’re active twenty year olds, yet many find these are the first to start deteriorating as we age. When you have been […]
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One Touch Distracted Driving
February is the month of love, so love the next driver and put away the distractions. Across BC, the RCMP and other police departments are stepping up enforcement for distracted driving. We’ve been blogging for years about distracted driving, but according to the RCMP, an average of 91 people die per year across BC. Why […]
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