Vancouver Immigration And Cross-Border Injury Law Blog

The majority of cross-border injury claims involve a motor vehicle collision. It can be challenging enough to navigate a car accident claim within your own country, but for Canadians traveling to the United States, there is the additional step of sorting through a cross-border claim. While the process can seem daunting, there is no need … Continue reading “What to Do if You’ve Been Injured in an Accident in the United States and You’re From Canada”

Every car owner in British Columbia has a legal obligation to carry liability insurance with ICBC. This means that if you are in a car accident caused by someone else, the at-fault driver’s insurance will go towards covering your damages. However, if the at-fault driver does not have enough coverage to cover the given costs, … Continue reading “British Columbia Underinsured Motorist Protection Claims”

All British Columbians are covered under the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia’s Enhanced Care model, as of May 1st, 2021. This recent change was made to lower insurance premiums as well as the costs of litigation. Any insurance claims for accidents that occurred on or before April 30th, 2021 still fall under the previous system.  … Continue reading “Enhanced Care Under ICBC”

Being injured while traveling can be particularly stressful.

From inclement weather to distracted drivers who do not notice you, it is pivotal to remain vigilant while riding your motorcycle. Unfortunately, when an accident occurs while you are on a motorcycle, the chances of sustaining a severe injury are especially high. Every year, far too many motorcyclists suffer devastating injuries due to motor vehicle … Continue reading “Analyzing motorcycle crash injury data”

Whether you are going across the border for a quick day of shopping or you make regular trips to work or visit family, travel insurance may not be something you think about. However, for reasons we explain below, it can be one of the most important things to carry with you. Benefits of carrying travel … Continue reading “Travel insurance: Why it can be crucial to have it before a trip”

Any road trip can require stocking a vehicle with certain supplies, like snacks, drinks and plenty of things to keep passengers busy. However, if you are planning a road trip between Canada and the U.S., there are some additional essentials you should pack.  Insurance coverage Insurance requirements vary between countries, but most insurance policies from … Continue reading “What to pack in your car for a cross-border road trip”