Distracted Driving is the Leading Cause of Accidents and Injuries in BC

No one wants to be involved in a motor vehicle accident. Many times, however, accidents are unavoidable, due to a variety of circumstances including another driver’s distraction behind the wheel. The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) reports that distracted drivers are a leading cause of car crash fatalities and injuries in B.C., with an average of 88 people killed each year as a result of distracted driving.

Being in a car crash is never a pleasant experience. It leads to unexpected costs in terms of car repairs, injuries, and time away from work. Most of the time, crashes result from the actions or inactions of at least one or more drivers who are at fault for the accident. If a driver is drunk or distracted, as shown by the most recent data made available by ICBC, they are far more likely to be found at fault for the accident. Working with lawyers experienced in BC personal injury law and dealing with ICBC is essential to holding the parties responsible accountable for the pain and damage that has been caused by the accident and getting fair compensation.

If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident, it is advisable that while you are at the scene of the accident you collect as much information as you can (if you can), including the other party’s names, driver’s license numbers, vehicle license plate numbers, and contact information from possible witnesses. If possible, take pictures of the scene of the accident, and take note of your surroundings, including the street name, street conditions, and nearby landmarks. Working with BC personal injury lawyers, like those at League and Williams, can ensure that you’re fairly compensated and can alleviate much of the stress of pursuing a personal injury claim.

If you need to speak with a lawyer about your BC accident – contact us at 250-888-0002 or via email at info@leaguelaw.com. If you call after hours, be sure to leave a message and we will return your call as soon as possible. Consultations are free and our philosophy is that we get paid when you do.

(Source: ICBC rates rising due to distracted driving, The Vancouver Sun)