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Facts: Lorie Mae Zachariuk was a passenger in a car accident on October 1, 2018, involving a vehicle operated by Vancouver Taxi Ltd. and driven by Mbanya Jethro Dube. Liability was admitted by the defendants.
Issue: The dispute centered on the quantum of damages owed to Zachariuk for injuries sustained in the accident.
Court's Ruling: The Supreme Court of British Columbia awarded damages to Zachariuk, focusing on various heads of damage including non-pecuniary loss, future care costs, and loss of earning capacity.
Damages Awarded: The total amount awarded was $301,233, which consist of non-pecuniary damages, past and future loss of earning capacity, cost of future care, and special damages.
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Plaintiff
Defendant
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Supreme Court of British ColumbiaCase Number
M43921Practice Area
Personal injury lawAmount
$ 301,233Winner
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