Facts: Nissa Cochran, a Registered Massage Therapist, was injured in a motor vehicle accident on June 6, 2017, in Kelowna, caused by Matthew Bliskis, who admitted liability. Cochran suffered various injuries affecting her neck, back, and cognitive functions, impacting her ability to work and perform daily activities.

Issue: The main issue was determining the appropriate compensation for Cochran’s past and future losses in earnings, medical expenses, and non-pecuniary damages due to the ongoing impact of her injuries.

Court's Ruling: The court found that Cochran had indeed suffered significant injuries that impacted her earning capacity and quality of life. The defendant's arguments that Cochran failed to mitigate her losses by not following certain medical recommendations were not accepted by the court, which noted she continued to suffer from the accident’s effects.

Amount of Costs/Damages Awarded: Cochran was awarded damages for past loss of earnings and future earning capacity, non-pecuniary damages, costs of future care, and special damages for a total of $516,180. The total damages were calculated based on her reduced ability to work and the need for ongoing medical treatment.