Personal Injury Lawyers in the Lower Mainland

For most crashes on or after May 1, 2021, no. British Columbia moved to a no fault system, so instead of suing you claim benefits through ICBC's Enhanced Care. There are narrow exceptions, such as when the at fault driver is convicted of a serious criminal offence like impaired driving. We can look at your accident and tell you which rules apply to you.

Enhanced Care provides benefits to support your recovery rather than a lawsuit settlement. These can include medical and rehabilitation treatment, income replacement if you cannot work, care and caregiver support, and added benefits for serious or permanent injuries. We help you understand the full range you may be entitled to and make sure you receive it.

No fault does not mean automatic. ICBC still decides what treatment and benefits you get, and those decisions can be reduced, delayed, or denied. Having someone who knows the system on your side helps you avoid missteps and push back when something is not right. Your first case evaluation is free, so you can find out where you stand before committing to anything.

Sooner is always better. Many claims carry a strict two year limitation period, and this can apply even to claims involving children, which often surprises parents. Some benefits also have their own shorter deadlines for submitting expenses. If you are unsure, reach out now so we can protect your rights before any clock runs out.

See a doctor early and report every symptom, even ones that seem small. Report a crash to ICBC, keep photos, receipts, and notes while details are fresh, and avoid signing anything you do not understand. Then get advice. A free case evaluation early often prevents problems that are hard to fix later.

Generally, yes. Enhanced Care benefits do not depend on identifying the other driver, so your treatment, income replacement, and care support can still flow. Report the crash to ICBC and to police as soon as you can, and note anything you remember about the vehicle. We can help from there.

Yes. Passengers injured in a BC crash are covered by Enhanced Care benefits regardless of who was driving or who caused the crash, even if the driver was a family member or friend. Claiming benefits does not mean blaming anyone. It simply means getting the recovery support the system provides.

For most BC crashes, fault no longer decides your benefits. Enhanced Care provides treatment, income replacement, and care support regardless of who caused the crash, so being partly responsible generally does not reduce your recovery benefits. If you are worried about your specific situation, ask us. The answer is usually reassuring.

You tell us what happened, in person or by phone, and we listen without judgment. We explain which rules apply to your situation, what benefits or claims may exist, and which deadlines matter. There is no fee and no obligation. You decide what to do next with clear information in hand.