The use of civil litigation allows ICBC to ask the courts to impose punitive damages against those found guilty of defrauding the Corporation. Much of the success in catching people trying to defraud ICBC is based on tips the Corporation receives through its anonymous Tip Line. Many British Columbians will mark the last long weekend of summer by taking a road trip. The excitement of reaching your destination quickly may cause drivers to be distracted. In order to ensure that everyone reaches their destination safely, drivers need to stay alert and focused on the road.
Long weekends can be an especially dangerous time on B.C. roads.
It is a factor that was cited in more than 29 per cent of collisions in 1998. Such conversations can divert your attention from the road. Allow plenty of time to reach your destination. Drivers who are behind schedule may attempt risky maneuvers such as sudden lane changes. The warm, sunny weather over the past month has left roads dry.