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May 25, 2024

Treading Carefully: Pitfalls and Defenses in Personal Injury Law

Short Summary

In the May edition of “Ask the Lawyer” on Windspeaker Radio, host Warren Berg welcomed Cynthia Carels and Allison Grimsey from Weir Bowen LLP in Edmonton to discuss common defences in personal injury cases. The conversation covered the critical importance of understanding limitation dates, which set deadlines for filing claims, with notable exceptions for cases like sexual assault. They emphasized the necessity of mitigating damages by seeking timely treatment and following medical advice, and explained contributory negligence, where an injured person’s actions can partially reduce their claim. They also delved into occupiers’ liability, highlighting property owners’ duty of care and the complexities of waivers, particularly for children’s injuries. The episode underscored the value of early legal consultation and clarified that Weir Bowen LLP offers contingency agreements to ensure accessible legal support for injured individuals.

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