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June 25, 2024 – In Norris v Vomacka, 2024 ABKB 312, the Plaintiff was injured in a motor vehicle accident and sought $150,000 in general damages in addition to a loss of income claim and special damages. As a result of the collision, the Plaintiff suffered from chronic pain, psychological compromise, and functional impairments. He also had ongoing memory...

June 14, 2024 – Our panel of RMC lawyers from across Canada explore how damage awards for chronic pain and psychological injuries are treated in different jurisdictions. During the webinar, panelists present five recent case examples from the Courts. Each case will conclude with a discussion on how other jurisdiction would likely treat a claim with similar facts.  ...

April 27, 2024 – In Russell v Russell, 2024 ABKB 182, Ms. Russell was injured in a single vehicle collision and sought $200,000.00 in general damages for pain and suffering. On December 24, 2015, Ms. Russell was riding in a truck, seated on the single bench seat between her mother and stepfather. Her stepfather, Mr. Chiefmoon, lost control of...

April 27, 2024 – The recent case of Khaleel v. Indar, 2024 ABKB 203, acts as a good reminder in respect of costs and Calderbank Offers. In Khaleel, the plaintiff sought recovery of several costs, including double costs for a Calderbank Offer, costs for questioning other defendants, costs for non-testifying experts, as well as costs for a videographer, medical...