Erdem v. O’Brien
Orhan Erdem
Law Firm / Organization
Preszler Injury Lawyers BC
Cian Merrigan
Law Firm / Organization
Morelli Chertkow LLP
Sara Joanne OBrien
Law Firm / Organization
Morelli Chertkow LLP
John Doe
Law Firm / Organization
Morelli Chertkow LLP
Jane Doe
Law Firm / Organization
Morelli Chertkow LLP
The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia
Law Firm / Organization
Morelli Chertkow LLP
  • Facts: Orhan Erdem was involved in two rear-end motor vehicle accidents in February and March 2018, sustaining injuries. Liability for both accidents was admitted by the defendants.

  • Issue: The court needed to assess the extent of Erdem's injuries, his future earning capacity, the cost of future care, and the quantum of damages due to the accidents.

  • Court's Ruling: The court evaluated the conflicting testimonies and evidence, including surveillance footage. It considered Erdem's pre-existing conditions, the impact of the accidents on his health, and his ability to work post-accidents. However, the summary does not provide the final judgment or specific findings of the court.

  • Amount of Costs/Damages Awarded: The total amount of damages awarded to Mr. Erdem was $419,560.53. This total includes various heads of damage such as non-pecuniary damages, loss of past earning capacity, loss of future earning capacity, cost of future care, and special damages, with specific amounts adjusted for contingencies and mitigation factors.

Supreme Court of British Columbia
M192577
Personal injury law
$ 419,561
Plaintiff