A Saanich, B.C., man who was paralyzed by a car crash last year is launching a legal challenge against ICBC’s no-fault insurance model, arguing its cap on compensation claims violates his constitutional rights.
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Vancouver cyclist Gary Kalmek suffered a broken leg, a broken arm and three broken ribs when he was hit by a car while riding his bike at Main Street and 15th Avenue in Vancouver in early June.
After undergoing multiple surgeries and spending a week in hospital, the 38-year-old library tech assumed he would be compensated for pain and suffering, but under the province’s new “no fault” model, which came into effect on May 1, most accident victims can no longer sue the offending driver and ICBC.
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On February 1, 2021 our Society appeared for an interview with BC Opposition Attorney General Critic Mike de Jong, Ann Forry (Natasha’s Mom), and BC Wrongful Death Law Reform Society President, Michael-James Pennie.
Tuff City Radio is a station that broadcasts locally in Tofino, BC and streams online worldwide.
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Our Society has identified numerous issues with this No-Fault legislation specifically in conjunction with the current Family Compensation Act legislative framework.
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Want to know why BC’s wrongful death laws haven’t had any meaningful changes since 1846, while all other provinces have?
Tune in to the replay of the live interview with Michael-James Pennie, President of the BC Wrongful Death Law Reform Society on The Jill Bennett Show CKNW News Talk 980 December 23, 2020 regarding the tragic and preventable death of Natasha Forry, and BC’s antiquated wrongful death laws.
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