I’ve been hurt. Now what?
We've got your back.
Our personal injury team at Doak Shirreff is here to help you move on from your personal injury and back to what matters most. We have addressed some of the most commonly asked questions below.
Do I need a personal injury lawyer?
If you have been injured, it is best to contact a lawyer right away. Our Kelowna lawyers have extensive experience in mediation as well as advocating for clients before the British Columbia Supreme Court and British Columbia Court of Appeal. Meaning that we can help you receive fair compensation and get back to living your life.
When should I contact a personal injury lawyer?
If you have suffered a personal injury, we recommend you contact our team as soon as possible. When it comes to injuries, the quicker we can begin assessing and acting on your case the better.
Why should I contact a personal injury lawyer before contacting ICBC?
Dealing with ICBC can be stressful, especially if you’d never filed a claim before. By working with a personal injury lawyer, you can remove yourself from the negotiations and let your lawyer deal with ICBC on your behalf. We’ll ensure you receive fair compensation, with as little negotiation time as possible.
How does a personal injury lawyer help?
We play an active role in helping you get your life back and we understand your recovery will often be physical and emotional. We are established in the community with an extensive network of medical and other professionals to work with ensuring your present recovery and long-term needs are met.
Our team, your community
Jock Craddock
Jock has been practicing law for over 30 years in Canada and England. He is a senior litigator with an extensive background in commercial law, as well as ICBC and personal injury claims. Jock works closely with clients in an effort to reach an early resolution that is in their best interests.
Ab Estephan
Ab has been practicing personal injury law and ICBC claims exclusively for about 25 years. Ab brings a detailed understanding of complex legal issues. He has helped his clients recover from a wide scope of damages, including muscular injuries, fractures, herniated discs, chronic pain disorders, emotional issues, brain injuries and spinal cord injuries.
Lee Turner
Lee has practiced as a trial lawyer since 1994 helping people who have been injured in motor vehicle accidents. He has extensive experience assisting those who have suffered brain injury, spinal cord injury, orthopedic injuries or significant soft tissue injuries in a motor vehicle accident. He has conducted trials in both the Provincial Court and the Supreme Court of British Columbia and has also appeared as counsel in the BC Court of Appeal.
Zachary Lee
Zachary began his work with our firm as an articling student in 2015. He now is part of our civil litigation team with a special emphasis in family law and estate litigation. Before joining Doak Shirreff, Zachary worked in a variety of legal related positions including the BC Ministry of Justice, the Ontario Securities Commission, and an international private law firm in Bangkok, Thailand.
Get back to what matters most.
If you’ve recently been involved in a car accident and suffer from injuries or losses, let us know. Receiving the right support and legal counsel is absolutely crucial to your recovery. Our personal injury lawyers at Doak Shirreff in Kelowna are committed to ensuring your interests are protected and that you receive the best possible outcome to help you move forward with your life.
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