A 55-year-old Bowser man appeared in court in Courtenay on Dec. 18 after being charged with leaving the scene of an accident for his alleged role in a fatal hit-and-run accident. The accident, involving a vehicle and a bicyclist, occurred on Dec. 15.
Independent legal assistance for your ICBC claim
Every day, people in British Columbia are injured in car accidents that are caused by the negligence of others or similar factors out of their control. If you were hurt in a car accident because of a negligent driver, we may be able to help you claim the compensation you deserve.
Woman suffers fractured spine in hit-and-run crash
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police made a recent appeal to residents across British Columbia, particularly in Vernon, for information regarding a driver who recently caused a crash that severely injured a 44-year-old woman and then fled the scene without providing assistance. The Dec. 3 accident reportedly happened at around 5:30 p.m. near the intersection of Alexis Park Drive and 38th Avenue.
Acquired brain injuries in British Columbia
Children and adults in British Columbia are at risk for suffering an acquired brain injury, which often results from some sort of trauma, such as a car accident or fall, an infection or a sudden loss of oxygen to the brain. Depending upon how severe the injuries are, a child who suffers this type of brain injury may be left with permanent physical or mental disabilities.
Similar outcomes for surgical, nonsurgical back treatments
Researchers studying herniated discs have found little difference in recovery between patients who have surgery versus those who are treated with physical therapy. Individuals who live in British Columbia and who have similar injuries may be interested in these results. According to researchers, while the patients who had surgery reported slightly better outcomes, the difference in improvement was not considered to be significant.
