What is the test for quantifying loss in a personal injury case?

British Columbia, Canada


The following excerpt is from G.P. v. W.B., 2017 BCSC 297 (CanLII):

In Perren v. Lalari, 2010 BCCA 140, our Court of Appeal set forth, at para. 32, the rule that there must be a “real and substantial possibility of a future event leading to an income loss” before assessing the loss. The loss may be quantified using the earnings approach or the capital asset approach. As submitted by plaintiff’s counsel, the earnings approach is the more suitable approach in the case at bar.

Other Questions


In a personal injury action for damages for personal injury, is there any case law where there is little or no objective evidence of continuing injury? (British Columbia, Canada)
In a personal injury case, in what circumstances will the BCSC provide advice to the parties on organization and preparation of the personal injury trial? (British Columbia, Canada)
What is the test for calculating damages for personal injury in a personal injury case? (British Columbia, Canada)
What is the test for establishing a claim for personal injury in a personal injury case? (British Columbia, Canada)
Does the Court have jurisdiction to hear personal injury claims in personal injury cases? (British Columbia, Canada)
In making a determinate order on a motion of no confidence in a motion for personal injury in a personal injury case, what are the reasons why such a determination is necessary? (British Columbia, Canada)
In what circumstances will the BC Supreme Court of Canada consider a motion for personal injury in a personal injury case? (British Columbia, Canada)
What is the range of damages for personal injury damages in a personal injury case? (British Columbia, Canada)
What is the quantum of damages for personal injury awarded in a personal injury case? (British Columbia, Canada)
What is the case law in favour of the Court of Appeal in the case of the Supreme Court of Canada's most senior judge in the matter of personal injury? (British Columbia, Canada)
X



Alexi white


"The most advanced legal research software ever built."

Trusted by top litigators from across North America.