What is the range of damages for a plaintiff in a personal injury action?
British Columbia, Canada
The following excerpt is from Gilbert v. Bottle, 2011 BCSC 1389 (CanLII):
An award of non-pecuniary damages compensates the plaintiff for losses suffered up to the trial date and into the future. Common factors for consideration include the plaintiff’s age, the nature of the injuries, the severity and duration of pain and disability, relationship impairment, and loss of life style. A functional approach to quantification is appropriate and damages are to be assessed in light of the plaintiff’s individual circumstances. A clear appreciation of his or her loss and need for solace is the key: Dikey v. Samieian, 2008 BCSC 604.
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