Personal Injury Lawyers in Edmonton
It is mandatory to have a car insurance policy in Alberta. In Alberta, basic automobile insurance (accident benefits and third party liability) is required by law. You can opt to purchase additional insurance coverage like collision and comprehensive, however, the additional coverage is not required by law. The mandatory auto insurance of the other driver protects you if another driver injuries you in a car accident. Currently, the car insurance companies are trying to change the laws in Alberta so that they are not legal responsible for compensation. Currently, the at fault driver’s insurance has to compensate you for your injuries, with the personal injury lawyers holding the auto insurance companies accountable. The insurance companies want to move to a no-fault insurance model where your own insurance company promises that they will pay for your medical bills. The insurance company will decide how much your injury is worth, and then they will pay that amount. The no-fault insurance model removes your legal recourse and removes all accountability from the car insurance company. Your car insurance policy will be to compensate you directly. Personal injury lawyers like Moustarah & Company want to help you get the compensation you deserve and hold the car insurance company accountable.
While attending to your physical injuries and seeking medical attention is of the outmost importance after an accident, once you have done so and the initial shock has worn off, the physical damage to your vehicle can loom large and be an undue source of stress during the early stages of your recovery.
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With the rising cost of living, many Albertans have taken on second jobs to help make ends meet. One popular job is that of a food delivery driver. This includes working for popular food delivery Apps such as Uber Eats, SkipTheDishes and DoorDash. However, people may not be fully insured when delivering on these Apps and run the risk of being on the hook for tens of thousands of dollars if they are in an accident.
Continue reading “Insurance Requirements for Uber, Uber Eat, Skip and DoorDash Drivers”
After being injured in a car accident, a lawyer can help guide you through the process of putting forward a claim to compensate you for the injuries you sustained in that accident. But what happens if you get into another accident before you are able to settle the claim for your first accident? This blog will look at the options that you have if you find yourself in this common situation.
So, you’ve had a motor vehicle accident. You’ve exchanged contact and insurance information with the other driver at the scene of the accident, taken pictures of the damage, and spoken to any witnesses. Continue reading “CHANGES TO REPORTING AN ACCIDENT IN EDMONTON: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW STARTING SEPTEMBER 29, 2022”
Being involved in a car accident is always a stressful experience. But getting into a car accident while driving a rented vehicle can add even more stress to an already difficult situation. Continue reading “WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU GET INTO AN ACCIDENT IN A RENTAL CAR”
Anyone who drives a vehicle in Alberta must operate the vehicle in accordance with the Alberta Traffic Safety Act. Under Alberta’s Traffic Safety Act, vehicle operators must obey traffic laws, maintain a registered and insured vehicle, and follow specific duties during a collision, such as remaining at the scene, providing assistance, and exchanging information. Other legal obligations include ensuring the vehicle is in safe condition and that the operator is licensed and competent. Continue reading “Some Of The Legal Duties And Prerequisites To Driving A Motor Vehicle In Alberta”