Author: Paul Mitchell, K.C.

Paul’s practice is limited to serious personal injury claims and art law. In his personal injury practice, he acts only on behalf of the injured, with an emphasis on brain…

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While out on the road, you see a motorcycle accident, or you may be involved in one yourself. What should you do, and how can you help?
What risks do you have if you own a waterfront property with a dock?
BrainTrust Canada is hosting its 22nd annual brain injury conference - the Pushor Mitchell Okanagan Conference on Brain Injury on Friday, May 8th, at the Laurel Packinghouse in Kelowna.
A recent BC case held parents liable for damages of over $48,000 caused to school property by their child. This case highlights the sometime harsh effects of s.10 of the BC School Act, which holds parents responsible for intentional damage to schools done by their children, even though the parents have nothing to do with their children’s conduct.
Teens are involved in many serious car accidents. Pushor Mitchell personal injury and ICBC claim lawyer Paul Mitchell Q.C. has prepared a “Teen and Parent Car Use Agreement ” to assist parents in getting the message across to their teen driver about driving safely. This Agreement is free. Yes, free.
The BC Government announced the introduction of Bill 13, the Off Road Vehicle Act, which seeks to change the Province’s system regulating the use of off road vehicles.
 
Below is the BC Government’s press release:
 
VICTORIA – Bill 13, the Off Road Vehicle Act introduced today, promises certainty, safety and regulatory structure for thousands of off-road enthusiasts.
 
The proposed Off Road Vehicle – or ORV – Act replaces the 40-year-old Motor Vehicle (All Terrain) Act

A mountain bike suspension front fork used on many popular mountain bikes has been recalled as a result of potential failure issues, which could cause serious injury.

Product description:  Fox Evolution 2013 Mountain Bike Suspension Forks

The recalled suspension forks are model year 2013, model number 32 and 34 Fox Evolution Series, with 120 mm to 160 mm of travel.  The Evolution name and logo are on a sticker on the front fork, with the FOX brand name logo.

Guardrails can be dangerously designed. Severe accident cases involving impacts with guardrails should always entail an analysis of the design of the guardrail, and whether the guardrail was properly designed and installed, given its intended use, and other guardrail design options that are available.

I have acted for numerous motorcyclists who have been severely injured as a result of cars colliding with them when the motorcyclist was easily seen and clearly visible.

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