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July 29, 2019
Revisions to ICBC Part 7 Accident Benefits – What They Mean for You
On April 1, 2019, many changes came into effect which alter how ICBC treats no-fault benefit claims (sometimes known as Part 7 claims). Among the most significant changes are increases to the wage loss, homemaker, and death benefit amounts available. Previously, the government increased coverage from $150,000 to $300,000 for…
Continue ReadingMay 28, 2019
Underinsured Motorist Protection – An extra that’s worth the price of admission
At Murphy Battista LLP it’s our job to constantly stay abreast of the intricacies of ICBC’s various insurance products and policies. Our depth of knowledge in this field means that we have an understanding of auto insurance that can benefit individuals prior to them actually being involved in an accident.…
Continue ReadingApril 5, 2017
Distracted driving kills. It’s #Notworthit. Join the Campaign.
As personal injury lawyers we are reminded on a daily basis that distracted driving is a huge problem in our wired world and one that is costing lives. Distracted driving: the statistics and the neuroscience Distracted driving is now responsible for more motor vehicle deaths than drunk driving. The neuroscience…
Continue ReadingMay 29, 2015
Punitive Damages: A Brief Overview
What are Punitives Damages? I recently presented a paper on this topic for the Trial Lawyers Association of British Columbia entitled “Punitive Damages in Negligence Claims: Practical Considerations.” I thought it might also be helpful to non-lawyers (including clients) to have an overview of what punitive damages are and how…
Continue ReadingApril 7, 2015
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and Personality Changes
Recently our firm was involved in a case that has received a fair amount of publicity, most notably from The Province and ABC News. Our client had suffered a mild traumatic brain injury as a result of a car accident that occurred while she was still in high school. As…
Continue ReadingAugust 18, 2014
You have the right insurance, but do you have enough of it?
The Mount Polley mining disaster of August 4, 2014, shows that even sophisticated businesses fail to purchase enough insurance. In that case, the dam holding the tailings pond broke, sending 10 million cubic metres of debris into nearby lakes and streams. The cleanup costs are expected to reach into the…
Continue ReadingMarch 25, 2014
The Seatbelt Defence — Lakhani v. Samson
An otherwise blameless plaintiff injured in an accident can be found contributorily negligent for failing to wear a seatbelt. However, the burden rests with the defendant to establish a seatbelt defence. As stated by Madam Justice Hyslop in Schenker v. Scott, 2013 BCSC 599, to establish a seatbelt defence a defendant…
Continue ReadingMay 14, 2013
How Social Media can affect your claim
For many of people, it is difficult to remember a time before social media. Facebook, Youtube and Twitter have changed the way we communicate. Social media has left its mark on the courtroom. Below are questions and answers about how the Courts have made use of this new technology. Can…
Continue ReadingApril 10, 2013
Infant Insurance Claims – Deadlines for accident benefits are shorter than limitation periods on claims for damages where children are concerned
When pursuing an insurance claim, it is important to stay aware of any deadlines that could seriously hamper your ability to receive fair compensation. At times, these deadlines can be difficult for an injured party to navigate. This is particularly true in cases where a child has been injured in…
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