Crashes and Winter Driving Conditions
Heavy rain, snow, and black ice make the roads particularly dangerous during the winter, resulting in a higher risk for a serious accident. Even the most experienced, skilled driver can easily find themselves in an accident in winter road conditions, but there are a number of things that you can watch for in...
Filing and Removing a Certificate of Pending Litigation
What is a Certificate of Pending Litigation?
The purpose of a Certificate of Pending Litigation, or CPL, is to notify parties to a claim as well as the general public, that a specific property is subject to legal proceedings. It is an effective way to preserve property until a judgement can be rendered.
A CPL effectively ties up the land and puts pressure on the owner to quickly resolve...
How to Reduce the Risk of Slip-and-Fall Injuries | Hoogbruin & Company
As winter arrives, the cold weather brings with it hazards that significantly increase our risk of personal injury due to icy conditions, poor visibility, and a lack of precautions.These injuries can be serious! Winter fall-related injuries include not just bruises and sprains, but also more serious injuries, such as spinal cord damage and traumatic brain injuries.
The Property Owner’s...
Long-Term Expenses After Personal Injury, and What You Need to Know About Part 7 Benefits
After being in a road accident, you have two primary options for filing an ICBC accident claim. The first option is a no-fault or Part 7 claim, also commonly referred to as “no-fault benefits.” ICBC is required to pay out Part 7 benefits no matter who is at fault in an accident, however ICBC has recently made...
The Rights and Duties of Cyclists in Designated Bike Lanes
When riding, a cyclist is expected to obey the same laws as other road users. In the event that there is a designated bike lane, cyclists are obligated to use this dedicated space.“Using a Bike Lane Properly”Cyclists must confine themselves to dedicated bike lanes when available, and vehicles must yield to...
The Enforceability of Oral Contracts
Many people wonder about the validity of a verbal contract that is not documented on paper. Oral agreements are technically legally valid contracts. A contract is considered legally valid no matter what form it takes as long as it meets the following criteria:A Contract Must Include Essential TermsThis means...
What to Do if Your Child is Hurt in a Car Accident
Children under the age of 19 cannot submit a personal injury claim for themselves. However, a parent or guardian can act as a litigation guardian and file a personal injury claim on behalf of a child. Here is what to do if your child was hurt due to a car accident.Talk to a Lawyer TodayDocument Their...
Lower Mainland Breach of Contract Lawyers
Every time you lease a car, sign up for cell phone service, or engage the services of a tradesperson, you are entering into a contract. A contract is a legally recognized agreement made between two or more people (called “the parties”). When a party to a contract violates the agreement by failing to adhere to...
Dooring, the Dutch Reach, and Bicycle Safety
Dooring and Bicycle Safety“Dooring” is the act of opening the door of a parked car into the path of cyclists and other traffic when it is not safe to do so. This is a major risk to cyclists, who are commonly injured by running into car doors that are unexpectedly opened into the road. In an effort to promote...
How Personal Injury and Mental Health are Linked
Physical injury doesn’t just lead to physical pain and hardship, it also commonly causes a decline in mental health. There are many reasons for this and mental distress due to personal injury can manifest in many different ways, including:DepressionPTSDDriving avoidancePanic attacksTalk to a Lawyer TodayHere is...