Dacre v. Boloten
Nicole Dacre
Law Firm / Organization
Not Specified
Lawyer(s)

J. Kennedy

Kathleen Boloten
Law Firm / Organization
Brownlee LLP
Lawyer(s)

Zhou Fang

Law Firm / Organization
Cowley & Company
Lawyer(s)

Raymon Pici

  • Facts: Nicole Dacre was involved in a motor vehicle accident on April 21, 2016, caused by Kathleen Boloten, who admitted liability. The accident resulted in significant injuries to Dacre, impacting her back, neck, and causing other physical symptoms that persisted through the time of the trial.

  • Issue: The case focused on determining the appropriate compensation for Dacre’s injuries, including non-pecuniary damages, loss of earning capacity, cost of future care, and special damages.

  • Court's Ruling: The court ruled in favor of Nicole Dacre, finding her entitled to various damages due to the lasting impact of her injuries. It considered her medical treatments, reduced physical capabilities, and how her injuries affected her educational and career prospects.

  • Amount of Costs/Damages Awarded: Dacre was awarded the following:

    • Non-Pecuniary Damages: $110,000
    • Past Loss of Income: $104
    • Future Loss of Income Capacity: $210,000
    • Future Cost of Care: $33,182
    • Special Damages: $10,241
Supreme Court of British Columbia
M117156
Personal injury law
$ 363,527
Plaintiff