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NYSTROM v RANSON

Citation 2011 ABQB 116
Court Court of King's Bench of Alberta
Year 2011
Justice MASTER SCHLOSSER

Rules Discussed

  • Rule 5.41 Medical examinations

Case Summary

The Defendant sought to have the Plaintiff examined by two health care professionals pursuant to Rule 5.41. The Plaintiff agreed to the examinations, but sought to limit their length and scope. The Court had both the power and discretion to limit or restrict an examination of the Plaintiff based on existing cases. In this instance, the Court determined that the proposed tests were not overly intrusive or inappropriate and the examinations were allowed to proceed.

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