Overview:
The plaintiff, Jeremy Ranseth, sought damages after sustaining injuries in a 2018 hit-and-run motor vehicle accident. ICBC admitted liability but disputed the extent of damages caused by pre-existing conditions.

Legal Issues:
Key issues included:

1. Non-pecuniary damages for pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life.

2. Past and future loss of earning capacity.

3. Loss of housekeeping capacity and related costs.

4. Costs of future care to address ongoing medical and household needs.

Court Findings:
The court found that the accident caused significant back and hip injuries, which, combined with psychological impacts, left Ranseth vocationally disabled. The pre-existing conditions were deemed insufficient to eliminate liability.

Breakdown of Damages:

1. Non-Pecuniary Damages: $190,000

2. Past Loss of Earning Capacity: $245,508 (+ prejudgment interest)

3. Future Loss of Earning Capacity: $1,685,086

4. Past Impaired Housekeeping Capacity: $20,923 (+ prejudgment interest)

5. Future Impaired Housekeeping Capacity: $121,789

6. Costs of Future Care and Housekeeping Assistance: $166,782

7. Special Damages: $636.15 (+ prejudgment interest)

Total Award:
$2,430,724, excluding costs and adjustments.

Costs:
Costs were awarded to the plaintiff on Scale B under the Supreme Court Civil Rules of British Columbia.