Truck Driving on Highway

Christine O’Reilly’s story is a heartbreaking example of how B.C.’s no-fault insurance system can fail those it was meant to protect.

Under the current system,  companies who negligently load trucks or negligently design or maintain roadways cannot be sued for damages in court, even in circumstances, like this, when somebody dies as a result.

In this Global News segment, RHE lawyer Jesse Kendall discusses the urgent need for reform in the no-fault system to ensure victims and their families receive fair compensation, and to ensure that the wrongdoer (not taxpayers and safe drivers) end up holding the bag for their dangerous conduct.

Watch the full story here.

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