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Our team is often at the forefront of provincial and national matters of interest. You can find some of our media interviews, as well as our thoughts about our cases and other legal issues, here.

 
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NEWS & INSIGHTS

ICBC Dumpster Fire

Ian Mulgrew: ICBC changes put rights of injured at grave risk

The NDP government has explicitly broke their promise respecting the rights of British Columbians to access the courts. Read about David Eby’s proposed changes to ICBC, about how the new system will reward...

John Rice Interviews with CBC on B.C.’s judicial system congested with ICBC claims

Hear John Rice interviewed on behalf of the Trial Lawyers Association with regard to the huge increase in Supreme Court of BC trials be adjourned because of cases pushed to trial by unreasonably...

John Rice explains recent increase in filed lawsuits in advance of the NDP’s Injury Cap Scheme

Hundreds of ICBC claims have been filed in B.C. court registries in the past week with changes looming at the auto insurer. Read Vancouver Sun’s full article here.

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B.C. Attorney General won’t appeal court’s ruling on expert cap in motor vehicle accident cases

Canadian Lawyer magazine interviews RHE partner John Rice about landmark ruling involving our client Gregory Crowder and the Court’s determination that the Attorney General’s expert report limits for all injury cases – even...

Mike Smyth: ICBC pays brokers $490 million in commissions fees under Attorney General David Eby.

David Eby thinks online insurance renewal is problematic (even though it is commonplace in other jurisdictions). Liberal ICBC critic Jas Johal feels Eby missed a chance to reduce broker fees and has been...

Michael Lee comes out swinging for injured British Columbians

“Eby’s role as attorney general is to protect the individual rights of British Columbians. But he continues to constrain the legal rights of injured British Columbians to contain costs for ICBC,” writes the...

NDP’s changes imposing artificial caps on so-called “minor injuries”

John Rice comments on NDP’s changes imposing artificial caps on so-called “minor injuries” and preventing people from accessing the courts by forcing their claims to proceed through the Civil Resolution Tribunal. Read the...

Trial lawyers to launch constitutional challenge to ICBC regulations

B.C.’s trial lawyers are taking the government to court over major changes that come into effect today to the way ICBC claims will be handled. Read Vancouver Sun’s full article here.

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Car Accident

Listen to RHE Partner John Rice fight back on Global News

Hear John Rice fight back against the NDP and ICBC, explaining why ICBC low-settlement offer strategy is systemic bad faith negotiating that is driving cases to the courtroom and pushing legal expenses through...

Dr. Stephen Wiseman: Attorney-General David Eby promoting two-tier medicine, something NDP normally opposes

An insightful article from psychiatrist Dr. Stephen Wiseman on how aspects of the forthcoming Eby/NDP “injury cap system” will cause two tier health care in our province and exacerbate delays for timely medical...

Ian Mulgrew: Eby is B.C.’s Trump, lawyers insist

Read why TLABC President Ron Nairne tells the Vancouver Sun that NDP Attorney General David Eby is guilty of Trump style, two-faced hypocrisy on new ICBC rip-off settlement strategy. Read Here.

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Joe Murphy on Global TV explaining why ICBC’s new “meat chart”, low-ball settlement offer strategy will backfire, causing more delay and soaring legal costs

Hear from senior lawyer Joe Murphy on Global TV explaining why ICBC’s new “meat chart”, low-ball settlement offer strategy will backfire, causing more delay and soaring legal costs Read Here.

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Customer Reviews

I was badly injured in a car accident, and John Rice was recommend to me. I was skeptical of lawyers thinking they were just working for the money. I have never been so wrong. John and his team are the most professional, caring law firm out there. John took care of everything for me, and made this difficult time easier. He really makes you feel like family! I am thrilled with my settlement that I have received through John's hard work. I really don't think there's a lawyer out there who could do it better. He really does specialize in ICBC cases, and will fight to the end for you. I will recommend John, and his team to anyone I ever meet needing a lawyer. I have so much respect for this law firm as they took care of me at my most vulnerable time.
zach, Past Client
Mike was recommended to me for my auto injuries. When he took me on as a client, I came away from the initial meeting feeling totally comfortable with my choice. Mike put me at ease and laid out a game plan. His supporting team were gracious, respectful and great to deal with as well. I could always reach Mike or his associates either through emails, phone calls, or if necessary, in person. Mike was very thorough and helpful as he guided me along my journey especially during the ‘discovery’ stage then final negotiations. I always felt I was in good hands with Mike and a positive outcome would result. He was caring, diligent and a tough negotiator. A great person and firm to have in your corner.
Allan, past Client
I consulted with Mallory Hogan regarding a complex medical issue affecting my family. While litigation ultimately wasn’t the right path, Mallory was incredibly compassionate, thoughtful, and clear in explaining the legal realities and appropriate next steps. I felt genuinely heard and supported throughout the process, and I appreciated her honesty and professionalism.
Leeya, Past Client