Personal Injury Cases
Why Hire Murphy Battista LLP for Your Personal Injury Case
- Over 40 years of legal knowledge and experience dealing with medical evidence and experts in complex injury and negligence cases.
- Proven track record at trial and on appeal.
- Committed to getting you access to resources you need to maximize your recovery in the short term while working hard to achieve the best compensation package possible to address your future needs.
Our Approach
We believe in active engagement with you to help you get your life back on track while we work to take care of the legal aspects of your injury claim. We understand that serious accidents have life-changing consequences for individuals and their families that go beyond the challenges of physical recovery.
We take the time to get to know you and understand the full impact of your injuries. We do everything possible to anticipate and meet needs you may have that go beyond your legal claim. We are known for going above and beyond, and we will treat you like we would want to be treated.
We are skilled negotiators, but we treat every case as if it will end up in court. That means meticulous attention to evidence, the law and argument at every stage of case preparation. Thorough preparation is the key to successful settlement discussions. While we prepare every case for trial, we are always fully committed to taking your case forward in whatever venue is in your best interests.
We Act for Clients in a Wide Variety of Injury Claims
Accidents and injuries can occur in just about any context – on the road (car, bike, motorcycle or pedestrian), at school, on vacation, during recreational activities or while going about your daily life.
Our lawyers integrate a thorough knowledge of personal injury and insurance law with attention to detail in proving complex and disputed injury claims.
Practice experience
For injuries related to medical or dental negligence see Medical Malpractice.
Personal Injury
2025
Chronic Pain
Motor Vehicle Injuries
Orthopaedic Injuries
$4,457,829
In Kostamo v. Moore, Flip Flop Transfer Ltd. and Cam Clark Ford Richmond Ltd. (Jury Trial), No. M105658 Vancouver, Jan 24, 2025. Scott Stanley and Tara Chandler represented the Plaintiff who sustained a complex leg fracture in a car accident that resulted in chronic pain and disability that prevented him from returning to his former job and most other forms of employment. The case was heard by Judge and Jury and the Jury awarded the Plaintiff $4,457,839 in damages.
Personal Injury
2024
Back Neck and Spinal Cord Injuries
Motor Vehicle Injuries
Negligence
$5,962,670
In MacFarlane v. Gustafson, 2024 BCCA 400, Scott Stanley and outside counsel successfully defended the appeal from a defendant who was found 100% liable for the negligent operation of a utility vehicle resulting in a spinal cord injury. The trial judgments of $5,962,670.36 were upheld. The award for double costs against the defendant was upheld even though the Plaintiff had revoked her formal offer and replaced it with increasingly higher offers.
Personal Injury
2024
Earning Capacity
Motor Vehicle Injuries
$800,000
In Vujevic v. Parnell, 2024 BCSC 1372, Irina Kordic and Jeff Nieuwenburg acted for Ms. Vujevic who was injured when a vehicle parked on the side of a road suddenly pulled out and struck her vehicle. The defendant claimed that her vehicle was not pulled over but in the middle of the roadway, arguing that Ms. Vujevic had crossed over the centre line to pass illegally. The judge did not accept these claims, and found the defendant wholly liable for the accident. Ms. Vujevic continued to work as a hairstylist following the collision, but her earnings and career advancement were affected by her injuries. After a trial in BC Supreme Court, Ms. Vujevic was awarded approximately $800,000 in damages.
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Krystle Gaudreau
I cannot praise Irina Kordic and her paralegal Mikki enough for their exceptional care and support throughout my case. They always answered my calls promptly, patiently addressing every question and concern I had without ever seeming annoyed. They went above and beyond to ensure that I fully understood the legal process and what was happening with my case, which made everything so much less stressful for me to take in.<br /> <br /> Their commitment to keeping me informed and involved every step of the way was truly remarkable. I highly recommend Irina Kordic to anyone in need of legal assistance.
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Maggie Cao
Paul Bosco is highly respected for his efficiency, communication and deliberate approach to challenging cases.<br /> <br /> He is proactive and extremely knowledgeable. Paul had my best interest and was able to guide me to make an informed decision. He is a great listener and willing to go above his role to execute maximum results.<br /> <br /> During my process, he involved medical experts, data analytic experts and occupational therapist to ensure I felt confident and fully supported.<br /> <br /> Paul followed up and had sense of urgency and care. Highly recommend him to anyone looking for a highly experience and strategic lawyer.
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J L
I am immensely grateful for the exceptional service provided by Kevin Gourley, who recently concluded my case. Kevin's professionalism, intelligence, and ethical approach, along with his genuine compassion for my suffering, were instrumental in guiding me through a challenging period. He, his paralegal, and other team members and colleagues are very professional, responsive, and kind as well. Every time I spoke with him, I felt relaxed, encouraged, and mentally fortified, especially during difficult physical pain. He consistently reminded me to prioritize my recovery, and without his expertise, I wouldn't be in the positive stage I am now. I highly recommend Kevin to anyone seeking fair compensation for pain and suffering and aiming to reclaim their life. Thank you a million, Kevin!
Awards
- Canadian Lawyer Magazine – 2024 Top Personal Injury Boutiques – Canada (embargoed until May 15, 2024
- Canadian Lawyer Magazine – 2022 Top Personal Injury Boutique
- Canadian Lawyer Magazine – 2021 Top 5 Personal Injury Boutique (Western Canada)
- Best Lawyers (firm badge – link to firm profile)
- Best Lawyers (Joe Murphy, KC)
- Best Lawyers (Bill Dick, KC)
- Three Best Rated – Medical Malpractice Vancouver (Andrew Brine)
- Three Best Rated – Medical Malpractice Kelowna (Bill Dick, KC)
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