TIM LOUIS & COMPANY

        BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS

Located in the Lee Building at Main and Broadway, Tim Louis & Company is a Vancouver law firm committed to high quality efficient service, competitive fees and corporate social responsibility.  We use 100% recycled paper and operate with the mindset to reduce waste and cost for both the client and the environment.

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A Thank you letter from a client.. 

Hi Tim,
 
I came to see you few months ago and you helped me so much. I am sorry that it has taken me so long to write to thank you but I figure that its better late than never!
 
I am on disability leave and was terminated by my company that I had been with for 3 years. I lost everything, my extended medical, long term disability, and they were trying to force me into signing release forms. I was so confused and not sure what to do. You helped me so much, and showed me exactly what I needed to do next. I don't think I could tell you how much it meant that you took the time to see me and hear my troubles! I thank you a million times over!!     

LS - Vancouver

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Tim's Blog: March 21, 2009

ICBC claims - What is Loss of a Capital Asset?    

If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident where you were not at fault, you likely know that you are entitled to be compensated for your pain and suffering and for any out-of-pocket expenses, such as medication costs, costs for treatments from physiotherapists, etc.

What you are also likely clear about is that you can claim the money you will lose if you are unable to go back to your job. What you may not be aware of is that even if you are able to go back to your job, you can still make a claim for compensation if you have been left less capable of some types of work.

The Courts have developed a four-part test to determine whether or not you are entitled to financial compensation in those cases where you have returned to your previous job. This type of claim is sometimes referred to as 'Loss of a Capital Asset'. 

The four parts of the test are:

1. Are you less capable? 

2. Are you less marketable, or less attractive as an employee? 

3. Have you lost the ability to take advantage of all job opportunities which might otherwise have been open to you?

4. Are you less valuable to yourself as a person capable of earning income in a competitive labour market?

Let me give you an example: 
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