Smith v. Hoekstra
Michael James Smith
Law Firm / Organization
Sugden, McFee & Roos LLP
Benjamin Hoekstra
Law Firm / Organization
QA Law
  • Facts: Smith sued Hoekstra for injuries sustained in an accident.
  • Issue: Compensation for past and future losses, including earning capacity and care costs.
  • Court's Ruling: Smith awarded damages for loss of earning capacity, future care, and non-pecuniary damages.
  • Damages Awarded: Mr. Smith was awarded a total of $1,202,952.49 as damages. This consists of $200,000 for non-pecuniary loss, $89,088 for cost of future care, $3,864.49 for special damages, $790,000 for loss of future earning capacity, and $120,000 for loss of past earning capacity.
Supreme Court of British Columbia
M198594
Personal injury law
$ 1,202,952
Plaintiff