Personal Injury Lawyers in Edmonton
When Alberta’s Care-First auto insurance system takes effect on January 1, 2027, most motor vehicle injury claims will be handled differently than they are today.
Many Albertans have heard that the new system will eliminate lawsuits arising from car accidents. While Care-First significantly limits the ability to sue, it does not eliminate legal action in every circumstance.
Continue reading “Alberta Care-First No-Fault Insurance: When Can I Still Sue?”
Alberta’s new Care-First automobile insurance system will take effect on January 1, 2027, fundamentally changing how motor vehicle injury claims are handled in the province.
Alberta’s transition to the Care-First auto insurance system on January 1, 2027 has created confusion for many accident victims. Some people mistakenly believe that because no-fault insurance is now in effect, pursuing a personal injury claim for an earlier accident is no longer worthwhile. In many cases, that is simply not true.
If you were injured in a motor vehicle collision before January 1, 2027, you may still have important legal rights under Alberta’s previous fault-based system. Those rights can include the ability to pursue compensation for pain and suffering, lost income, future care costs, and other damages that may not be available under the new Care-First model. Continue reading “Injured Before Alberta’s No-Fault Insurance Started? Why You Should Still Pursue Your Personal Injury Claim”
Alberta’s automobile insurance system is changing significantly on January 1, 2027. Beginning on that date, the province’s new Care-First insurance model will replace the current at fault system for most motor vehicle accident claims.
After a motor vehicle collision, pedestrian accident, or other injury-causing incident, many people focus on their recovery and assume they have plenty of time to pursue compensation. Unfortunately, waiting too long can permanently eliminate your legal rights.
In Alberta, strict limitation periods apply to personal injury claims. In most cases, injured individuals have 2 years less a day from the date of the accident to formally commence a legal claim. Missing this deadline can prevent you from recovering compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, future care costs, and other damages.
Continue reading “Why You Must File Your Personal Injury Claim Within 2 Years Less a Day in Alberta”
Cycling in Edmonton has become increasingly popular as more residents use bicycles for commuting, recreation, and transportation. At the same time, discussions surrounding bike lane infrastructure and proposed Alberta legislation restricting or removing bike lanes have raised serious concerns among cyclists, safety advocates, and legal professionals. Continue reading “How Alberta’s Proposed Bike Lane Legislation Could Impact Cyclist Safety”