Publications

SVR Lawyers, Alberta, 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...

SVR Lawyers, Alberta, 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...

Donati Maisonneuve, McKercher LLP, SVR Lawyers, Alberta, Quebec, Saskatchewan, March 27, 2024 – Determining the future earning capacity of a plaintiff is an important, but complex part of the claims settlement process. In this YRMC webinar for new claims handlers and adjusters, our panel discuss the factors that are used to calculate compensation for loss of income due to accidents or injuries. The panel will also explore legal...

SVR Lawyers, Alberta, November 27, 2023 – In Plante v Darling 2023 ABKB 335, a summary trial was held with respect to a tragic accident that occurred on October 1, 2015. Mr. Plante, the Plaintiff did not issue a Statement of Claim in respect of the motor vehicle accident against the Defendants until October 31, 2017. The Statement of Claim plead damages...