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If You Are Injured in a Bike Accident

People’s Law School
Explains your rights if you’re injured in a bike accident, how bike accidents are treated under the law, accident benefits you may be eligible for, the circumstances under which you may be able to claim damages, and more.
Last reviewed June 2024
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Solution Explorer: Vehicle Accidents

Civil Resolution Tribunal (CRT)
This tool asks you simple questions and gives you customized legal information and options based on your answers. Depending on the type of claim, there may be strict requirements or timelines set by law. It will classify your issue and give you the right online application form.
Last reviewed June 2024
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Denied Benefit Disputes

ICBC
Explains your options if you don’t agree with ICBC’s decision to deny an accident benefit. You can talk to your ICBC support and recovery specialist, resolve your dispute with the Claims Decisions Review, file a dispute with the Civil Resolution Tribunal, or dispute your claim in court.
Last reviewed June 2024
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Dial-a-Law: Making a Vehicle Damage Claim

People’s Law School
Explains that insurance may cover the claim if your car is damaged in an accident, or if you damage someone else’s car. Find the answers to common questions relating to vehicle damage claims.
Last reviewed June 2024
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Dial-a-Law: If You’re Injured in a Motor Vehicle Accident

People’s Law School
Explains your legal rights and answers common questions if you’re hurt in a motor vehicle accident. It includes information about ICBC benefits, appealing if your claim for benefits was denied, and more.
Last reviewed June 2024
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BC CHARMS (for refugee claimants)

MOSAIC
Offers important resources and services for refugee claimants in British Columbia. It helps connect refugees with settlement workers who provide information about settling into their new lives and accessing support services.
Last reviewed June 2024
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Personal Property Liens and Searches

Government of British Columbia
Explains how liens are registered legal claims on personal property, and personal property is collateral that includes tangible and intangible items (including consumer goods, vehicles, boats, aircraft, chattel paper, and licences). You can search for personal property liens, register a lien, and more.
Last reviewed May 2024
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Estate Administration On-Reserve: A Guide for Executors and Administrators in British Columbia

Government of Canada
Guide for people appointed by Indigenous Services Canada as the executor or administrator of the estate of a family member or friend who has passed away.
Last reviewed May 2024
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Trials in Provincial Court

Family Law in BC (Justice Education Society)
Information about getting ready for a family law trial in Provincial Court, including what happens at a trial, how the courtroom is set up, how evidence is presented, and what goes in a trial book.
Last reviewed May 2024
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JP Boyd on Family Law: How Do I Change My Name after Marriage or Divorce?

John-Paul Boyd, KC
Explains the differences between using an alias and legally changing your name, if you have to apply to the court to change your name when you marry or divorce, and the steps for doing so.
Last reviewed April 2024