Williams v. Fedalizo
Chelsea Williams
Law Firm / Organization
Not Specified
Lawyer(s)

G.A. Smith

Chadric Fedalizo
Law Firm / Organization
Not Specified
Lawyer(s)

J. Wiebe

Toyota Credit Canada Inc.
Law Firm / Organization
Not Specified
Lawyer(s)

J. Wiebe

Carlos Fedalizo
Law Firm / Organization
Not Specified
Lawyer(s)

J. Wiebe

Background Facts:
The collision occurred when Williams attempted a left turn at an intersection, and Fedalizo drove straight through it. Williams claimed she had a green light and began her turn as the light turned red. Fedalizo argued that he entered the intersection on a yellow light because stopping safely was not possible.

Legal Issues:
The court addressed liability—whether Williams had the right of way—and the extent of her injuries, including whether she sustained a concussion and its impact on her employment and lifestyle.

Arguments:
Williams contended that she had the right of way and that Fedalizo entered the intersection against a red light. Fedalizo argued that Williams failed to yield and disputed the severity of her injuries.

Court Findings:
The court found Fedalizo fully liable, determining he entered the intersection against a red light. It accepted that Williams suffered significant injuries, including a concussion.

Damages Awarded:
The court awarded Williams:

  • Non-pecuniary damages: $140,000
  • Impairment of past earning capacity: $14,835.05
  • Impairment of future earning capacity: $400,000
  • Cost of future care: $7,800
  • Special damages: $13,869.94

The court also awarded costs, to be determined through further submissions.

Supreme Court of British Columbia
M201965
Personal injury law
$ 576,505
Plaintiff