Rickards v Turre
Austin Rickards
Law Firm / Organization
Not Specified
Lawyer(s)

C. Dyson

M. Habib

Satinder Turre
Law Firm / Organization
Not Specified
Lawyer(s)

R.S. Atwal

Austin Rickards, the plaintiff, sought damages for injuries he sustained when he was hit by Satinder Turre's vehicle while crossing the street. Rickards, who was 12 years old at the time of the accident, suffered a left leg fracture and claimed subsequent issues such as chronic knee pain, depression, anxiety, and weight gain. Turre denied responsibility, alleging that these problems resulted from other factors. The accident occurred when Rickards, crossing on a green light, was struck by Turre's car making a left turn. The court found Turre fully liable, as Rickards had the right of way and Turre failed to exercise due care. Mr. Rickards was awarded a total of $265,837 in damages, including $110,000 for non-pecuniary damages, $3,495 for past loss of earning capacity, $140,000 for future loss of earning capacity, $7,210 for the cost of future care, and $5,132 for special damages. In terms of costs, Mr. Rickards was entitled to his costs at Scale B, unless there were settlement offers or undisclosed matters requiring further discussion. Parties could arrange to address costs through Supreme Court Scheduling.
Supreme Court of British Columbia
M214172
Personal injury law
$ 265,837
Plaintiff