Injured in a Car Accident? Wondering What Treatments are Covered by ICBC?
As discussed before, when you are involved in a car accident in B.C., you may have as many as three distinct legal claims: a claim for Part 7 benefits, a claim for vehicle damage, and a tort claim against a negligent driver. By default, those latter two claims are only available if someone else was at fault in causing the accident.
But ICBC Part 7 benefits are the no-fault portion of B.C....
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...
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...
Common Causes of Car Accidents in British Columbia
Distracted DrivingFocusing on distractions such as texting or talking on a cellphone inevitably takes away from your focus on the road. As a result, many road accidents are caused by distracted driving. Make it a rule to keep your phone on silent and out of reach when you are driving, and if you urgently need to...
Car Accidents and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD, is a very common mental health problem suffered by people who have been involved in a car accident. This disorder can negatively impact every aspect of your life and if you are experiencing any symptoms of PTSD, it is important to seek professional help.Contact UsCommon...
I’ve Been in a Hit and Run–Now What?
If you were in your car when it was hit, seek medical attention right away. Even if you think your injuries are very minor, it is important to have them checked out in case it is something more severe than you think and it is essential to have everything documented by a medical professional.Get Witness...
What Happens After You Submit a Claim to ICBC?
Making an ICBC ClaimIn order to submit a claim for compensation to ICBC, you must report details of the accident to them within 30 days of when it occurred. Within 90 days of the accident, you will need to fill out and submit an accident benefits claim which includes a detailed list of your injuries and...
How Do I Value My ICBC Claim?
There are a number of factors that must be considered when valuing an ICBC claim. It can be difficult to sort out all of the expenses you incur due to an injury, and some aspects, such as personal suffering, are subjective and complicated to ascribe monetary value to. Here is a brief overview of what should be...
Steps to Follow After a Car Accident
Safety FirstImmediately after a car accident, do everything you can to ensure the safety of yourself and anyone else involved in the accident. If possible, pull your car over to a safe area and call 911 if anyone is hurt or trapped in their vehicle.Exchange InformationExchange information with anyone else...
What to Do if You’re in an Accident Involving a Car-Share Service
Evo, Modo, Zipcar and other car-share services are becoming more and more popular in Vancouver. These services allow people who don’t own their own cars to hop in a shared car, drive it where they need to go, and leave it when they’re ready to leave it. Car-share services offer people the conveniences of having...