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The trial judge rejected the defense analysis, and awarded Mary over $750,000 in damages, including $125,000 for her pain and suffering, $500,000 for the lifetime impairment to her income earning capacity, and over $69,000 in compensation for treatment like physiotherapy, counselling, and heavy duty home support. This is a new high-water award in British Columbia case law for a young person with partial, permanent disability.
In December of 2013, Mike Elliott and Cody Wagner acted for Lisa Johal, a 30 year old hotel front office manager. Ms. Johal was injured when her car was rear ended by the defendant. Prior to the accident, Ms. Johal had experienced minor pain, numbness, and tingling in her right arm.
Jarvis McGee Rice is proud to let everyone know that Manj Kaila has been promoted to the rank of Inspector with the Port Moody Police Department.
The team at Jarvis McGee Rice LLP would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season!
Facebook and social media are playing increasing roles in personal injury claims.
In the case of Jang v. Ritchie, 2013 BCSC 2459, Mr. Jang, a 55-year-old (61 at trial) sushi chef of 25 years, was walking along a park trail when an out-of-control cyclist struck him from behind and resulted in Mr. Jang sustaining a left wrist fracture that required immediate surgery.
In the recent case of Suedat v. Kara, 2014 BCSC 1837, Mr. Justice Weatherill ruled that a defendant driver was 100% responsible for striking a plaintiff who was crossing the street in a marked crosswalk.
In the recent decision of Rasmussen v. Blower, 2014 BCSC 1697, a plaintiff’s damages were reduced by 20% for failure to mitigate his losses.
Jarvis McGee Rice LLP was proud to be sponsors of the inaugural Variety Children’s Charity car rally which took place in Vancouver.
Is the future of cycling safety upon us with the Hovding?
