Effective January 1, 2022, Alberta has adopted a policy of Direct Compensation for Property Damage as part of all motor vehicle insurance policies in Alberta. This change to Alberta motor vehicle insurance policies is automatic for all vehicle policies, and no one needs to do anything to receive it. Under this new policy, property damage…
The Alberta Government has been reviewing and considering a shift to a “no-fault” auto insurance system, which means, in the case of a vehicle collision, each driver’s insurance company will cover their injuries and damages. The intention of a change to a “no-fault” system is to expedite the process of vehicle repairs and resolution, however,…
The Alberta Government is currently reviewing and making changes to the auto insurance system and considering a shift to a “no-fault system.” Under a no-fault auto insurance system, each driver’s insurer covers all of their respective payouts for damages and injuries, with the intent of expediting the process of repair and resolution. Under a no-fault…
In Alberta, Nunavut and the NWT, all car insurance policies have mandatory provisions dealing with treatment costs under Section B of each jurisdiction’s standard automobile policy. These provisions are known as Section B Benefits, and they are based on a no-fault concept. This means that it does not matter who is responsible for causing a…
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After a motor vehicle collision, you may be confused about your options. Hiring a personal injury lawyer can protect your rights and file a personal injury claim.
How much will it cost to file a personal injury claim? Hiring a lawyer can often be a confusing process. While the rates vary according to the law firm, here is an idea of how much it will cost to hire a personal injury laywer.
What is the Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Fund? What should you do if you’ve been involved in a hit-and-run? Plus, 12 things you need to know about the MVACF!
If you’ve been involved in an accident, you only have a limited amount of time after you’re injury to make a legal claim. Continue reading to learn about personal injury limitation periods.
For many people after a slip and fall, there is a sense of embarrassment that sets in and leads the person to leave the scene of the fall as quickly as possible. Although, in order to protect yourself, there are some basic things that you need to do either before you leave the scene, or…
