If you are in a motor vehicle accident, remember:
- Exchange information with the other driver and preferably get a copy of his/her driver license;
- Report the accident and making a claim which can be done online or by calling ICBBC dial-a-claim.
- Speak to a personal injury lawyer before you provide any statements and/or blanket authorizations to ICBC;
- Attend to see your doctor and follow recommendations for rehabilitation.
Before choosing a lawyer for your personal injury case, you must keep in mind that:
- the lawyer is able to give personal attention to the development of your case;
- the lawyer has experience in litigating your case if the circumstances so require;
- the lawyer is personable and accessible;
- the lawyer is able to communicate and understand your concerns.
So next time you need a personal injury lawyer who genuinely cares and fights for the best interests of her clients, please contact Puneet Khaira.
CAR ACCIDENTS
Car accidents can be devastating and can occur a in various settings i.e. rear end collisions, intersection accidents, lane changing accidents, overtaking accidents etc. If you are involved in a car accident, it is important that you speak to a lawyer before you consider any settlement ICBC. A lawyer will not only provide you a road map to your rights but also assist you with your path to recovery by ensuring that proper medial and rehabilitation benefits are accessible, along side providing support in other services such home making benefits, and wage loss benefits.
If you are involved in a car accident, please secure a free consultation with our lawyer, Puneet Khaira.
MOTORCYCLE/BICYCLE ACCIDENTS
Motorcyclists and bicyclists face bigger dangers on the roads than car drivers and their passengers. Motorcycles are considered more dangerous types of transportation than other vehicles due to their low visibility.
As bicycles are considered vehicles, bicyclists on public streets have the same rights and responsibilities as automobile drivers: drive on the same direction as other traffic, signal the intentions and just in general follow the same traffic rules.
Because two wheelers are more vulnerable on the roads, drivers have a critical role to play in keeping the cyclists safe.
If you are involved in a motorcycle or bicycle accident, please secure a free consultation with our lawyer, Puneet Khaira.
PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENTS
Pedestrians are likely the most vulnerable on the roads, and when involved on in an accident is subject to gravest of injuries. It is important to remember at all times that Pedestrians have a right of way when in a cross walk. A cross walk may not need to be marked for the pedestrian to have the right of way. But even if the pedestrian in not in a crosswalk, the driver may have a greater onus to avoid the collision by taking an evasive action as soon as he/she became aware of the pedestrian in his/her path.
If you are a pedestrian involved in accident, please secure a free consultation with our lawyer, Puneet Khaira.
HIT AND RUN
In the event, you are involved in a hit and run situation, and you suffer injuries, there is Hit-and-Run Coverage that will protect you and your vehicle. This coverage is available to all residents of BC, even if one does not own or insure a vehicle. Hit-and-run coverage will cover up to $200,000 to apply towards your damage, injuries or death. However to secure your claim, you must make all reasonable efforts to discover who the driver and owner of the suspect vehicle is and satisfy the court that the identity of those persons cannot be found.
If you are involved in a hit and run accident, please secure a free consultation with our lawyer, Puneet Khaira.