August 2018 - Nixon Wenger LLP

Agricultural Land Commission Appeal Decision, 2018 August 27

Chris Hart acted as lead counsel for the Appellants, William Robert Clendenning, Richard Dave Clendenning, and Debra Ann Honcoop, who contested an Order from the CEO of the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC), Kim Grout. The Order required the removal of unauthorized fill from their property and the remediation of the land to its agricultural capability prior to the importation of fill. The ALC Appeal Panel agreed with the Appellants arguments and reversed the Order.)

August 28, 2018

Whiplash type injury settles for over $120,000

Personal Injury, Decisions and Settlements

A Calgary man in his late 40’s was rear ended on the Island Highway on Vancouver Island. His minivan had what appeared to be minor damage, but removing the bumper showed more damage than expected. He suffered a whiplash type injury that impacted his functioning for several months, requiring physio, massage and chiropractic treatments. A Calgary lawyer referred the client to Michael Yawney QC to pursue his claim. The client had suffered soft tissue injuries to his neck and back which limited his recreational and home maintenance activities, but did not affect his industrial sales job. Mr. Yawney was able to settle the claim for over $120,000 in addition to pursuing the benefit insurer to cover ongoing care costs.

August 15, 2018

Hit & Run resolves for $530,000

Personal Injury, Decisions and Settlements

A man in his 70’s was hit and run over by a motor boat on a local Okanagan lake and retained Michael Yawney QC to represent him with his claim arising under federal marine liability legislation. The poor man suffered severe scalp lacerations, a concussion, various cuts and a broken arm and wrist. Although he was retired, he had an active life that was significantly impaired as a result of his injuries. Mr. Yawney was able to resolve his claim, without a trial for over $530,000.00.

August 10, 2018