The case of Ballantyne v Kruger dated July 31, 2023, involved a high-speed collision between plaintiff Pamela Ballantyne and defendant Sage Julie-Anne Kruger on Highway 97. Kruger admitted liability for the accident, so the trial focused on damages only. Ballantyne sustained injuries, including a potentially mild traumatic brain injury, which affected her earning capacity in the family business, Suntec Doors and Windows Inc. Before the accident, Ballantyne was physically active, running the business with her husband. However, after the accident, she experienced severe pain, memory issues, and emotional distress, which impacted her ability to work and socialize. The court awarded the plaintiff the following damages: a) General Damages (including past loss of housekeeping capacity) - $200,000 b) Future loss of Housekeeping Capacity - $35,000 c) In Trust Claim - $20,000 d) Special Damages - $153,744.40 e) Past Income Loss - $210,000 f) Future Income Loss - $350,000 g) Future Care Costs - $150,984 The total amount awarded was $1,119,728.40. The court also noted that Ms. Ballantyne was entitled to costs on the ordinary scale, unless new information arose that might change this decision. Parties could apply to address any matters within 30 days.