Injured in a Car Accident? Wondering What Treatments are Covered by ICBC?
As discussed before, when you are involved in a car accident in B.C., you may have as many as three distinct legal claims: a claim for Part 7 benefits, a claim for vehicle damage, and a tort claim against a negligent driver. By default, those latter two claims are only available if someone else was at fault in causing the accident.
But ICBC Part 7 benefits are the no-fault portion of B.C....
I’ve Been in a Hit and Run–Now What?
If you were in your car when it was hit, seek medical attention right away. Even if you think your injuries are very minor, it is important to have them checked out in case it is something more severe than you think and it is essential to have everything documented by a medical professional.Get Witness ReportsTalk to witnesses if...
What Happens After You Submit a Claim to ICBC?
Making an ICBC ClaimIn order to submit a claim for compensation to ICBC, you must report details of the accident to them within 30 days of when it occurred. Within 90 days of the accident, you will need to fill out and submit an accident benefits claim which includes a detailed list of your injuries and symptoms.What Happens After...
POST CRASH CHECKLIST
Post Crash Checklist
If you are involved in a crash consider the following initial steps:
Ensure that the vehicle has come to a complete stop, the engine is turned off, and the parking brake is on.
Determine whether you or the other occupants of the vehicle are injured.
If you or the other occupants of the vehicle are injured...