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- Revoked Settlement Offer Still Justifies Double Costs
In MacFarlane v. Gustafson, 2024 BCCA 400, the injury claimant sought personal injury damages arising from a serious car accident injury. The claimant made a reasonable offer before trial which was rejected. One key matter concerned the trial judge’s decision to award double costs to the claimant … Read more »
- The Hidden Dangers of ICBC’s Use of Jury Trials in Car Accident Compensation
The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) plays a pivotal role in the province’s motor vehicle insurance landscape. Established in 1973, ICBC is not only the sole provider of basic auto insurance but also competes in the optional insurance market. While its mandate includes providing affo … Read more »
- Cost of Future Care Increased by Court of Appeal
In the personal injury case of Sharma v. Sagoo (2024 BCCA 319), the claimant appealed the trial judge’s award for various heads of damages, including the cost of future care. The trial judge had awarded $6,600 for future care, a figure that included reduced amounts for treatments such as physiothe … Read more »
- $360,000 Offer Rejected Resulting in $1 million Award: Double Costs Awarded
In the personal injury case of Reaume v. Rossetto, 2024 BCSC 1430, the Supreme Court of British Columbia awarded double costs the a successful claimant. The claimant was awarded $1,021,953 in damages for personal injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Subsequently, she sought double costs … Read more »
- $6 Million Loss of Earnings Award
In the personal injury case Kherani v. Da Silva, 2024 BCSC 1349 the claimant sought damages for personal injuries arising from a 2017 motor vehicle accident. The collision affected her ability to work as an ophthalmic surgeon, leading to a significant loss of income-earning capacity. This case summa … Read more »