First and foremost – what is a tort? In Canadian Tort Law in a Nutshell, Margaret Kerr, JoAnn Kurtz and Laurence M Olivo provide a helpful definition:
The word tort comes...
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November 5, 2020
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What is questioning?
Questioning is an important part of the pre-trial process of gathering and disclosure of relevant and material information, which may eventually become evidence.
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September 30, 2020
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It is a well-known principle of law that, generally, Employers are liable for the negligence of their Employees. This is known as Vicarious Liability.
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April 14, 2020
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Very few disputes actually end with a decision from a judge, even if they find their way into a courtroom at some point or another. There are a variety of forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) available at various points during litigation, and even before it starts.
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February 24, 2020
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When a person is catastrophically injured and requires care, their family members often step in to provide that care, even to the point of needing to quit their jobs to do so.
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February 19, 2020
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A structured settlement is something that many of our clients consider obtaining at the conclusion of their lawsuit. This article addresses what a structured settlement is, as well as some of the considerations behind choosing a structured settlement rather than receiving a settlement in a lump sum.
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February 12, 2020
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Time limits to sue are governed by specific legislation with respect to the nature of the claim (e. g.
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August 15, 2019
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A prospective legal claim does not exist in perpetuity unless legal action is taken within the limitation period for doing so. Limitation periods are VERY STRICT.
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July 30, 2019
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A person may retain a lawyer through several different methods, such as a flat fee for legal services, a retainer to pay for legal services on an ongoing hourly basis, or using a contingency fee arrangement.
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March 14, 2019
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Introduction
Litigation in Alberta is generally a lengthy, complicated process involving several steps. The litigation process can be confusing and intimidating for first-time litigants.
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February 5, 2019
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