Difference between revisions of "If You're Injured in a Motor Vehicle Accident"

If you are seeking '''up to $5,000''', you can file a claim with the [https://civilresolutionbc.ca/ Civil Resolution Tribunal]. The tribunal is an online system designed for people to represent themselves.

For amounts '''between $5,000 and $35,000''', you would sue in [http://www.provincialcourt.bc.ca/types-of-cases/small-claims-matters Small Claims Court]. Many people represent themselves in this court. It’s less expensive and less risky than going to Supreme Court. See our information on [[What is Small Claims Court? (Script 165)|Small Claims Court]] (no. 166 to 168).

For amounts '''over $35,000''', you would sue in [https://www.supremecourtbc.ca/ BC Supreme Court].

For '''motor vehicle accidents taking place in BC after April 1, 2019''', injury claims up to $50,000 must be brought to the [https://civilresolutionbc.ca Civil Resolution Tribunal].