Alberta Court of King’s Bench decides that private E-Scooters are “automobiles” and, therefore that E-Scooter riders injured by motor vehicles are ineligible for no fault insurance benefits.
Read MoreSarah C. Miller and Ava Wolf discuss section 35 of the Constitution and if the duty to consult are applicable regardless of whether Legislature has explicitly adopted reference to them in the legislation.
Read MoreIf you've been accused of defamation, should you apologize? Andrea MacLean explains how apologies are treated under Canadian law, when they can help resolve a dispute, and the legal risks of getting them wrong.
Read MoreAndrew Wilson KC and Gavin Price comment regarding a key decision released by the Supreme Court.
Read MoreThe jurisprudence on municipal law is well flushed out when it comes to a city’s obligations to its patrons, but when we flip this around to consider a citizen’s obligation to the city (or more broadly, the community as a whole), the law is much more nuanced. The applicable remedy for a municipality vexed by a citizen remains in enforcement of its statues and bylaws, but not in tort.
Read MoreThe bid tender process is one that is ripe with rules. If your bid is late, even by only a few minutes, you are likely barred from participating in the bid tendering process.
Read MoreDefamation is a complex area of law. Andrea MacLean explains key steps for those sued for defamation, including why it’s crucial to retain experienced legal counsel. She outlines common defences such as truth, qualified privilege, fair comment, and absolute privilege, emphasizing that each defence has specific requirements and may be impacted by evidence of malice.
Read MoreThe Alberta Court of King’s Bench issued judgment against a liquor agent for breach of the duty of good faith contractual performance, relating to obligations arising out of an unwritten contract upon termination of its engagement with a liquor supplier. This decision will have important impacts on the liquor distribution industry in Alberta and British Columbia.
Read MoreAndrew Wilson KC and Robyn Graham discuss the recent Supreme Court of Canada Decision regarding the effects of bankruptcy on regulatory administrative penalties.
Read MoreTermination clauses in employment contracts can limit the amount of severance owed to an employee terminated without cause. But are they enforceable? Simon McCleary and Filippo Titi unpack this complex and evolving area of employment law.
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