Over the years many of our clients have suffered head injuries while cycling, riding motorcycles or longboards, skiing or skating. We strongly recommend that everyone who could possibly benefit from wearing an approved helmet while engaging in sporting activities should wear one. A blow from a fall or collision can occur without warning and we […]
After a very long and hard-fought legal action, and a jury trial that lasted approximately two months, we are extremely pleased to be able to report a victory for our client who was assaulted by bouncers while attending a downtown Vancouver nightclub. Our client was a student and an elite athlete was picked up and […]
My son was hit by a car when riding his bike and suffered a serious brain injury. ICBC says the accident was his fault and have said they won’t provide any compensation. Can I do anything or is that decision final? Do NOT accept what ICBC tells you without getting advice from an experienced brain […]
According to the recent news, another BC teen has been killed by a vehicle while long boarding. This teen was apparently riding adjacent to his school, shortly after school, and reportedly he was not wearing a helmet. While even the best helmets can’t prevent all injuries and deaths in a conflict between a boarder and […]
What happens if I am responsible for an accident that causes injuries to my partner or children? Many of our clients have found themselves in the situation of being involved in an accident that might be the fault of a family member. Sadly some people have found themselves responsible (in whole or in part) for […]
How long will it take to resolve my legal claim? If you have suffered a brain or spinal cord injury as a result of an accident it will usually take an average of three to four years to resolve your case. However, there are many factors that go into resolving a case and your case […]
Webster & Associates has recently won an important court victory for a pedestrian injured at a crosswalk. Our client, who had consumed a significant amount of alcohol prior to the accident, was struck by a speeding car while walking in an “unmarked” Vancouver crosswalk. He was thrown some 24 meters and suffered a severe brain […]
In what appears to be the first case of its kind in Canada, the Supreme Court of BC has recently considered whether it is appropriate for the defendants in a personal injury action to require an injured plaintiff to submit to genetic testing. While the defence application was successfully opposed by Webster & Associates, the […]
Many of our clients, including one featured in a recent testimonial, have had a previous lawyer before coming to Webster & Associates. A few even had two, three, or even four previous lawyers before coming to us. Some were told (incorrectly) that they didn’t have a good case and some were actually fired by their […]
Over the years, I have talked to a lot of clients and potential clients who are seeking compensation (for themselves or their loved ones) for a severe brain or spinal cord injury. I have heard a number of interesting stories about their experiences dealing with other lawyers — some have been upsetting, some frustrating and […]