Many people who have been sustained injury in a motor vehicle accident and have an ICBC claim are called by their doctor to come in for an appointment to "fill out a form for ICBC." This form is usually a medical report called a CL-19. Any physician that treats a person injured in a motor vehicle accident in British Columbia must provide this medical report. So, what do you do when you are asked to attend your doctor’s office so that your doctor can complete a CL-19 medical report requested by the ICBC adjuster?
You should visit your doctor prepared to fully discuss your accident injuries (both physical and psychological) from the date of the accident to present. Be sure to fully communicate to your doctor how your accident injuries have affected your life ( ie. work, school, domestic duties, recreational activities, relationships).
All details and constructive examples of how your injuries have interfered with your life really help get the message across to the doctor.
There is an agreement between the College of Physicians and ICBC that stipulates that doctors shall fill in these "CL-19" forms when requested by ICBC for a modest fee. The agreement goes on to say that if the doctor brings the patient in for a current update and provides the form to ICBC in a timely manner the fee paid is slightly higher.
Communication with your doctor is the key ingredient in getting a fair settlement from ICBC for your injuries.
Do not hesitate to call Becker, Lavin & Wessler, Auto Accident Lawyers at 604-689-3883 should you have any questions or require assistance with your ICBC claim or settlement.
