Publications

McKercher LLP, Saskatchewan, January 19, 2024 – The Saskatchewan Small Claims Court will be increasing its monetary limit for claims to $50,000 starting on April 1, 2024. Pursuant to The Small Claims Regulations, 2023, the monetary limit for claims that may be handled by the Small Claims Court increases from $30,000 to $50,000. Read More

Blaney McMurtry LLP, CBM LLP, Cox & Palmer, Donati Maisonneuve, Fillmore Riley LLP, Lindsay LLP, McKercher LLP, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland & Labrador, Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan, July 12, 2023 – Our panel of YRMC lawyers from across Canada explore how damage awards for similar injuries are treated in different jurisdictions. During the webinar, panelists present five recent case examples and what the courts awarded. Each case concludes with a discussion on how other jurisdiction would likely treat a claim with similar facts. Damage Awards Jeopardy...

McKercher LLP, Saskatchewan, May 25, 2023 – Since most civil dispute cases are settled before they ever go to trial, understanding the settlement process is crucial for everyone involved. By having a deep understanding of how the settlement process works, parties can engage in effective negotiations and reach mutually agreeable resolutions, without the need for costly and time-consuming litigation. But what happens...

McKercher LLP, Saskatchewan, April 26, 2023 – The digital revolution that has occurred since the invention of personal computers and mobile devices has led to numerous benefits for individuals and organizations seeking to maximize their efficiency and output, while reaching the most possible consumers for their businesses; however, the advancements made also have businesses struggling to keep up with the ever-growing risks...