Jaura v. Rosal
Rita Jaura
Law Firm / Organization
Burns Fitzpatrick LLP
Lawyer(s)

Jean Yu

Karen Bicalan Rosal
Law Firm / Organization
QA Law
Nikolai Lalisan Arcilla
Law Firm / Organization
QA Law
  • Facts: The case involves a motor vehicle collision on May 4, 2018, between plaintiff Rita Jaura and defendants Karen Bicalan Rosal and Nikolai Lalisan Arcilla in Vancouver. The collision occurred at a controlled intersection, resulting in injuries to Ms. Jaura, who was driving northbound when collided with the defendants' westbound vehicle.

  • Issue: Determination of liability for the motor vehicle collision and the quantum of damages due to the plaintiff for injuries and losses sustained from the collision.

  • Court's Ruling: The Supreme Court of British Columbia found the defendants 100% liable for the collision. The court adjudged that the defendants failed to ensure it was safe before proceeding through the intersection, thus causing the collision with the plaintiff's vehicle.

  • Amount of Costs/Damages Awarded: The plaintiff was awarded a total of $334,237.05, broken down as follows:

    • Non-Pecuniary Damages (including Loss of Housekeeping Capacity) - $110,000.00

    • Loss of Past Earning Capacity - $90,652.00

    • Loss of Future Earning Capacity - $35,000.00

    • Future Care - $40,000.00

    • Special Damages - $58,585.05.

Supreme Court of British Columbia
M203061
Personal injury law
Plaintiff