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Applying balance-of-probabilities reasoning, physical evidence and real-world geometry to challenge ICBC's original assessment
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“When it comes to vehicle damages lining up there is no balance of probabilities. It’s either they match or they do not.”
ICBC treated the physical comparison as requiring a match rather than weighing the evidence probabilistically.
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Applied a balance-of-probabilities approach to the physical evidence.
The analysis considered the measurements, vehicle geometry, road slope, damage pattern and circumstances together to assess which explanation was more likely.
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“When vehicles come into contact they always line up perfectly like puzzle pieces.”
ICBC treated exact physical alignment as a necessary indicator of contact.
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Tested that assumption against the actual site and vehicle geometry.
Measurements taken separately cannot be expected to align exactly when road slope, pavement crown and vehicle position alter the vehicles' relative heights.
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ICBC expected additional damage if the lower hitch components had contacted the Miata.
The absence of corresponding lower-bumper damage was treated as evidence against the proposed contact scenario.
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Examined the actual bumper and hitch geometry.
The Miata's bumper profile recedes below the primary contact area, providing a geometric explanation for why the lower hitch assembly could remain clear while the projecting hitch caused the observed dent.
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“We must have solid proof (admission, witness/video/camera evidence) before we can hold another party responsible.”
ICBC said the submitted measurements were not enough to establish the other vehicle's involvement.
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Built a cumulative case from multiple forms of evidence.
The analysis combined physical damage, measurements, vehicle geometry, site conditions, photographs and circumstantial evidence to assess the more probable explanation.
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“If they are still in agreement with the original estimator [that the damage is inconsistent with the other vehicle], then there is no further recourse.”
ICBC advised that further management review was available, but that agreement with the estimator's conclusion would effectively end the matter.
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Pursued further review rather than accepting the initial conclusion.
The claim was escalated with additional analysis and supporting evidence, seeking management review of both the physical evidence and the reasoning used to assess it.
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Following escalation and submission of detailed evidence and analysis for management review, ICBC reversed its initial decision, reclassified the claim as a collision with an identified party, and reimbursed the deductible.
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