ICBC Car Accident Claims
Each year in BC there are approximately 260,000 reported ICBC car accident claims. Around 170,000 of those are car accidents in Vancouver, the Lower Mainland and the Fraser Valley. Whether you’re a driver, passenger, cyclist, or pedestrian, you face risks on the road each day, and it’s important to know what to do in the event of a motor vehicle accident.
What to do if You’re Injured in a Car Accident in British Columbia
If you or your loved one has been injured in a BC insured vehicle, you must report the accident to the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) to receive rehabilitation and basic insurance benefits. But before submitting an ICBC claim, we recommend consulting an experienced auto accident injury lawyer to learn your rights and obligations.
Why Do You Need a Personal Injury Lawyer?
The answer, simply put, is because ICBC does not have your best interest in mind. ICBC’s priority is to close your case as soon as possible for the lowest amount of money. As a result, ICBC employees may pressure you or your loved one to sign statements or provide them with access to medical records that may be used to try to deny the claim or reduce the amount you are entitled to. They may also encourage you to settle your claim quickly and for much less money than you deserve.
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Our Process
Often referred to as car accident injury lawyers, our method is straightforward. We begin by helping you access available services and rehabilitation funding sources so you can achieve the fullest recovery possible from injuries. We then work to help you achieve the maximum settlement or trial judgment possible.
A large proportion of our practice involves acting for victims of motor vehicle collisions. Due to the extreme and chaotic forces at play during a motor vehicle collision, the type and severity of injuries can vary greatly. With our vast experience dealing with complex personal injury cases, we have achieved successful trial judgments and settlements for accident victims across BC with all types of serious injuries.
If you were injured in a motor vehicle collision in BC, it’s important to talk to a lawyer before you talk to ICBC. If you contact ICBC on your own and tell them you have been injured in a collision, they will set up an early meeting between you and an ICBC adjuster. At the meeting, the adjuster will write down everything you say in a statement and ask you to sign it. The adjuster who takes your statement has an obligation to the person who was at fault for the collision. The purpose of taking the statement is to limit or defeat your case against the person who injured you. It is best if you call us before you meet with ICBC.
At Brain Injury Law — Collette Parsons Corrin, our initial role is to maximize the amount of money available to you through Part 7 Benefits or any other insurance that may be available to you, to help you get your life back to the greatest extent possible. Moreover, our personal injury law firm collects evidence and fully builds your case to ensure you achieve full compensation for your injuries.
One of the most important functions of the personal injury lawyer building the case for the tort claim is retaining and instructing medical experts who can support the case at trial. We retain top experts in and around Greater Vancouver to prove our clients’ cases. It all part of our duty to cover everything and protect your legal rights.
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