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Personal Injury Law and Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs): 5 things you should know
Personal injury litigation and functional capacity evaluations. In the course of personal injury litigation, the plaintiff is often sent for a “Functional Capacity Evaluation” (FCE). Sometimes the plaintiff is referred for an FCE by their own lawyer to provide additional evidence of the extent of impairment, and sometimes they are…
View MoreFederal Court Certifies Class Action Against Canada on Behalf of Ill and Injured Veterans (Updated)
Updated: For CBC Coverage of this class action see: Judge says lawsuit accusing government of failing to tell eligible veterans about benefits can proceed (more…)
View MoreTips for Travelling with a Spinal Cord Injury
With the holiday season behind us, and several months to go with the winter weather many people take this time to get outta dodge and find some sunshine! Here are some of my personal observations and suggestions for travelling with a disability. 1 – Prescription medication — Don’t pack it…
View MoreSlip and fall injuries should be taken seriously
With no end to the cold snap in sight, more snow in the forecast, and ongoing issues with the clearing of ice and snow from city streets the risks of injury from a slip and fall on Vancouver streets is not something to take lightly. Slip and falls frequently account…
View MoreRevelstoke Litigation Lawyers
We are one of British Columbia’s leading law firms focused on protecting the interests of injured people and clients who have suffered personal or financial losses. Murphy Battista’s comprehensive service includes legal advice and representation related to the following practice areas: Severe injuries, including brain and spinal cord injuries Class…
View MorePrince Rupert Litigation Lawyers
We are one of British Columbia’s leading law firms focused on protecting the interests of injured people and clients who have suffered personal or financial losses. Murphy Battista’s comprehensive service includes legal advice and representation related to the following practice areas: Severe injuries, including brain and spinal cord injuries Class…
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We are one of British Columbia’s leading law firms focused on protecting the interests of injured people and clients who have suffered personal or financial losses. Murphy Battista’s comprehensive service includes legal advice and representation related to the following practice areas: Severe injuries, including brain and spinal cord injuries Class…
View MoreFort St. John Litigation Lawyers
We are one of British Columbia’s leading law firms focused on protecting the interests of injured people and clients who have suffered personal or financial losses. Murphy Battista’s comprehensive service includes legal advice and representation related to the following practice areas: Severe injuries, including brain and spinal cord injuries Class…
View MoreSpinal Cord Injury BC Airport Experience Tour – Let’s Fly
At the beginning of the summer, I was lucky enough to have joined the Spinal Cord Injury BC Airport Experience Tour and felt inspired to write up a blog including some of the things I learned! When travelling with any kind of disability, it’s important to be prepared. With that…
View MoreChanges to the BC Limitation Act – What They Mean for You
On June 1st, 2013, the new Limitation Act came into force in BC. This Act sets out the time limits a person has to make a civil claim, most commonly performed by suing another person or company for money to compensate for a loss. The most significant change in the…
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