Personal Injury Lawyers in Edmonton
We have previously discussed on this blog the different types of damages in personal injury claims. You might be wondering how Courts and insurance companies decide how to compensate you for your injuries and losses.
To answer this question, you must first understand the difference between pecuniary versus non-pecuniary losses.
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Moustarah & Company is excited to announce that Lianne de Kappelle was called to the Alberta bar on July 30th, 2024, with Justice Greg Lepp of the Alberta Court of Justice presiding over and granting the application. Continue reading “Congratulations Lianne de Kappelle”
The loss of a loved one can be not only emotionally devastating and overwhelming, but also financially burdensome. While no amount of money can replace the person who has been lost, there is a framework set-up in Alberta to allow those impacted by such a loss to receive financial compensation to assist with any financial hardship suffered.
Vacationing During Recovery
School is out and the season for summer getaways is here. If you have been injured in an car accident in Alberta, you may have questions about travelling during your recovery, or wonder if going on vacation will affect your personal injury claim.
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What is Direct Compensation for Property Damage (DCPD) in Alberta?Since January 1, 2022, Alberta has included the Direct Compensation for Property Damage (DCPD) coverage in all auto insurance policies. The DCPD coverage replaced the previous property damage portion of the third-party liability coverage in auto policies. The main purpose of this auto insurance reform was to streamline property damage claims and make the system more efficient for people involved in no-fault accidents.
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In short – YES! Your claim could certainly be affected.
It is very important to realize that your overall claim award can be seriously reduced in reflection of how poorly you did treating your injuries.
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