The Canadian legal system is an inherently confrontational system. One party has a grievance against the other and they need the justice system to tell them how to resolve the issue. These grievances may fall within a wide range of […]
Navigating a personal injury claim can be complicated. It can be especially complicated when the injured party is a child. The key differences when proceeding with a personal injury claim when the injured party is a child include the litigation […]
One may suspect that capacity issues rarely arise outside of estate matters. This assumption, however, would be incorrect. Issues regarding capacity to instruct counsel can arise in any type of legal matter including family, personal injury, and beyond.
The Alberta Rules […]
If you have been injured in an accident in Alberta and have suffered losses, you may be entitled to compensation.
You will need to discuss the precise circumstances of […]
After experiencing a motor vehicle accident (“MVA”), most Albertans just want to move forward as soon as possible. Specifically, people who are injured in an MVA are keen to recover from any injuries and get back to work as soon […]
Where litigation is stagnant for 3 or more years, a court will dismiss the case pursuant to rule 4.33 of the Alberta Rules of Court:
If 3 or more years have passed without a significant advance in an action, […]
After suffering an injury in an accident, your first thoughts are likely to be about recovery and getting back to work. However, if your injuries were caused by another individual’s negligence, a personal injury claim needs to be considered. If […]
On October 29, 2020 the government of Alberta introduced Bill 41 to update the Insurance Act, proposing various changes to the automobile industry. Below is an overview of the key changes that have occurred:
Expert Witnesses:
You’re hurt in an accident and need to file a personal injury claim.
The last thing on your mind after a serious accident is probably the documents you need for your claim but it is important that you or your loved […]
If you are injured in an accident, it is important to ensure that your injuries and symptoms are properly documented. First and foremost, in order for your treatment […]