An allergic reaction can be very serious. Anaphylactic shock can result, causing severe complications, suffering, or even death. Customers who are injured from consuming food that contains allergens may be entitled to monetary compensation.
Section 556 of the Insurance Act, RSA 2000, c. I-3 sets out all the Statutory Conditions that are deemed to be part of every automobile insurance policy issued in Alberta. None of these Conditions can be varied or omitted and they are binding on the insured.
In the last few years, electric scooters (“e-scooters”) have become a popular way of getting around in Edmonton and other cities across Alberta. While this new and convenient mode of transportation has many perks, there are still many issues surrounding safety and legalities that should be considered before riding.
A pardon is issued by the government and can mask a criminal record from those who try to access it. With a pardon, people with criminal records and who lead law-abiding lives can more easily access housing, employment, volunteer opportunities and education. Recently, the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, the Honourable Bill Blair, introduced Bill C-31: An Act to amend the Criminal Records Act and Make consequential amendments to other Acts. The intention behind the proposed amendments is to reduce obstacles for people with criminal records to apply for pardons while maintaining public safety.
Emma, Alex, and Amy joined Moustarah and Company in the summer of 2020 as articling students and after a challenging but fulfilling articling year, they are proud to become members of the legal profession.
As we enter a summer that will likely look quite different than the one that came before it, more Canadians are looking to hesitantly enter the world of international travel once again. With that, of course, comes apprehension and confusion about restrictions, quarantine, and testing requirements. This blog will provide some clarity as to the requirements should you choose to travel, and how traveling abroad might look a little different this year.
