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Road oil — unanticipated crash risk on British Columbia roads

Mar 17, 2022 | Injuries

Drivers in Vancouver and other cities in British Columbia are often caught unawares by unexpected slippery conditions on roadways. Oil residue is typically invisible, like black ice, leading to road accidents with potentially devastating consequences. The oil hazard on the tarmac is most significant on wet weather days, mainly when precipitation occurs after a dry-weather … Continue reading “Road oil — unanticipated crash risk on British Columbia roads”

Social media following personal injury: how to protect your case

Jan 19, 2022 | Cross-border Personal Injury, Injuries

A serious accident can turn your whole life upside-down. One minute, you’re happy and carefree – and the next, you’re in a hospital bed, unable to work or care for your children. When the accident is the result of someone else’s negligence, it can be easy to be overcome with emotions of anger and despair. … Continue reading “Social media following personal injury: how to protect your case”

Options to recover damages after a British Columbia car accident

May 19, 2021 | Injuries

Sometimes, car accident victims in Vancouver fail to reach agreements with the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC). When that happens, they have other options to pursue financial relief. Vehicle owners need to know that a tribunal or civil court does not necessarily consider the decisions made by the ICBC. The following ICBC decisions often … Continue reading “Options to recover damages after a British Columbia car accident”

Distracted driving causes many accidents and injuries

Apr 29, 2021 | Injuries

Distracted driving has become one of the primary causes of car accidents in Vancouver and other cities in Canada. Anytime a driver’s eyes are taken off the road, hands are taken off the steering wheel, or one’s focus is taken off driving, the risk of crashing multiplies significantly. When British Columbia residents on shopping or other trips … Continue reading “Distracted driving causes many accidents and injuries”

Speeding drivers risk lives of others to save a few minutes

Mar 19, 2021 | Injuries

Most speeding drivers in British Columbia and across Canada do so because they think travelling at high speeds saves time. That is a misconception because the time saved is typically insubstantial. In reality, they not only risk the lives of others, but they also risk landing in the hospital rather than arriving at their destinations. … Continue reading “Speeding drivers risk lives of others to save a few minutes”

Motorcycles linked to at least 10% of road fatalities

Mar 18, 2021 | Injuries

Motorcycles make up less than 3% of insured vehicles in British Columbia. However, at least 10% of the lives lost in road accidents in the province each year involve accidents with motorcycles. This does not necessarily mean motorcyclists are negligent because motorists are often the responsible parties in bike vs. car accidents. Reasons for the high number of motorcycle … Continue reading “Motorcycles linked to at least 10% of road fatalities”