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How to Dispute Accident Liability with ICBC

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Being involved in a motor vehicle accident is stressful enough—disputing who is at fault can make it even more overwhelming. In British Columbia, ICBC (Insurance Corporation of British Columbia) is the public auto insurer responsible for determining liability in crashes. If you disagree with their decision, you do have options. This article outlines the process for disputing accident liability with ICBC and what to expect along the way.

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Episode 422: Strikes, Snow Tires, and the Phantom F1

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko unpack a whirlwind of legal and political developments in British Columbia. From the October 1 snow tire requirement to the far-reaching fallout of strikes across the province, drivers are finding themselves caught in a web of cancelled hearings, delayed decisions, and confusion over even the basics like how to pay a traffic ticket.

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The Science and “Pseudoscience” of Detecting Driving Under the Influence of Cannabis

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I’m often cynical of police methods for detecting impaired driving, but I am cynical with reliable science on my side. The legalization of cannabis brought attention to the problem of identifying people driving while impaired by cannabis. For our practice, understanding the scientific limitations of current detection methods is essential, because it directly impacts how we defend cannabis impaired driving cases.

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How Long Does a 24-Hour Suspension Stay on Your Record?

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A 24-hour driving suspension in British Columbia is typically issued for suspected impaired driving or unsafe driving behaviour that causes an officer to believe on reasonable grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by either a drug or by alcohol.

While this suspension may seem like a temporary inconvenience, it’s important to understand its potential impact on your driving record and how it could affect you moving forward.

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How to Beat a Traffic Camera Ticket in BC

Is automated enforcement the answer to HOV lane violators in BC?

Receiving a traffic camera ticket in British Columbia can be frustrating, especially if you believe you weren’t at fault. These tickets are typically issued for speeding or running a red light and are sent directly to the registered owner of the vehicle. While many people assume that camera tickets are impossible to fight, there are legitimate ways to dispute them and potentially have them dismissed.

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Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: Volume 345

This Week on Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: Springtime Speed, Social Media Stunts, and the Trouble with Cars

Spring has finally arrived, and with it comes the annual boost in energy that seems to grip every driver. Warmer weather, longer days, and dry roads tempt people to roll down the windows, crank the music, and put the pedal down just a little farther. There’s a sense of freedom in the air—and behind the wheel—that can be hard to resist.

But while the mood may change with the season, the law does not. The rules of the road still apply. Police across Canada are on alert this time of year, monitoring for distracted driving, speeding, stunting, and other infractions that tend to spike once winter is behind us. Tickets are being handed out. Vehicles are being impounded. And roadside stops can quickly turn into court dates.

Of course, some people don’t just drive fast—they drive foolishly. For clout, for attention, or simply because they believe their phone screen is more important than the people around them. A trend over the past few years has seen individuals committing crimes or traffic offences in their vehicles while livestreaming to the world. These incidents are not only reckless but also highlight the disconnect some drivers have from the consequences of their actions—especially when the internet is involved.

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Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: Volume 343

This Week on Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: People Who Hate Traffic Cams

Traffic cameras may be designed to keep us safe, but not everyone’s a fan. Some folks go above and beyond in their creative (and often illegal) protests against these ever-watchful eyes. From James Bond-style gadgets to bare-bottomed bucket list items, here are four of the most bizarre cases of traffic cam rebellion we’ve ever seen.

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Kyla in The Vancouver Sun: An average of 150 cars a month are towed from this downtown Vancouver block

On a recent weekday afternoon in downtown Vancouver, a worker from Incredible Restorations stood vigil beside a company truck parked at the foot of the Fairmont Pacific Rim hotel while his colleagues worked inside a nearby building.

“It’s in case a tow truck comes,” he said.

For the past several months, cars parked along the 1000-block of West Cordova Street have been disappearing faster than free samples at Costco.

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Driving Law Podcast Episode 368: Different Sensors, Different Results, Different Driving Laws

On this episode Kyla and Paul look at disturbing data about Alco-Sensor results between the new and old models. They also point out the problems with the Ohio Stop.

Listen on streaming platforms now!

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