Poor Lighting and Fall Accidents in BC: When Is a Property Owner Responsible?

Poor lighting is one of the most overlooked causes of serious fall accidents. A dim stairwell, a burned-out light in a parkade, a shadowed walkway outside a business, or a poorly lit apartment entrance can turn an ordinary step into a dangerous hazard. In British Columbia, including Vancouver, a fall … Continue reading

Contributory Negligence in Personal Injury Claims

When you’re injured because someone else was careless, the starting point in British Columbia is that the at-fault party must compensate you for your losses. But BC law also recognizes that more than one person can share responsibility for an accident, including the injured person. This concept is called contributory … Continue reading

Legal Rights After an Off-Road Vehicle Accident

Off-road vehicles (ORVs) such as ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles, and side-by-sides and recreational utility vehicles provide adventure and recreation for thousands of British Columbians all over the province in all seasons and types of weather. However, these types of vehicles can also pose significant risks when not driven responsibly … Continue reading

Cost of Future Care in Personal Injury Claims

In Canadian personal injury law, one of the critical components in assessing damages is the cost of future care. When someone is injured due to the negligence of another party, they may be entitled to compensation not only for past medical expenses and lost wages but also for the future … Continue reading

Loss of Capacity to Earn Income in Personal Injury Claims

Most people understand that you can claim a wage loss, or loss of income in a personal injury claim, but are unaware that some claims can attract damages for a loss of capacity to earn income, which can be separate and distinct from a loss of income. In Canada, personal … Continue reading