Third Party Liability

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to use the prescribed forms?
What if we just want to settle without lawyers and insurance companies?
What if I forget and do not advise the government? Is there a penalty?
What if I miss the deadline?
What if the accident involves an infant or person under a disability?
Is a Committee the same as a litigation guardian?
Can the forms be filled in on the computer?
Can we fill in the forms in ink or do they have to be typed?
Whose signature is required on the form?
Does the Health Care Costs Recovery Act apply to claims which are already open as of April 1, 2009?

Do I have to use the prescribed forms?

Yes, simply use the links provided in this web site, or click here.

What if we just want to settle without lawyers and insurance companies?

Depending on the stage of the claim, you are still required to comply with the Act. Please see S. 13 of Health Care Costs Recovery Act.

What if I forget and do not advise the government? Is there a penalty?

Please refer to s. 13 (5) of Health Care Costs Recovery Act.

What if I miss the deadline?

Please ensure you contact the appropriate authority at either the Ministry of Attorney General or Ministry of Health Services, Third Party Liability department. For a list of names and numbers please see contacts listing.

What if the accident involves an infant or person under a disability?

The Health Care Costs Recovery Act still applies. Please seek legal advice and you can also reference the Civil Supreme Court Rules for British Columbia.

Is a Committee the same as a litigation guardian?

Although they have similar responsibilities please seek legal advice for further clarification.

Can the forms be filled in on the computer?

Yes, they can typed in and printed. Please see forms within this website for that purpose.

Can we fill in the forms in ink or do they have to be typed?

Yes, although they must be in ink and easily readable and able to be faxed, e-mailed, or photocopied if required. As the forms are linked to this web site we would strongly encourage their use.

Whose signature is required on the form?

Please read each form to determine the appropriate person/authority who is required to sign the form.

Does the Health Care Costs Recovery Act apply to claims which are already open as of April 1, 2009?

Please refer to s. 10 (3) and s. 11, s. 12, and s. 13 of the Health Care Costs Recovery Act

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