Victims of car accidents in Alberta can see their lives upended in an instant. To add insult to potential injury, recent changes to British Columbian and Albertan insurance systems have made each more difficult to…
Dental malpractice is a serious problem that can go unnoticed, even by those experiencing its effects. Unless you have medical or dental training, it can be hard to know the warning signs of a bad…
Sellers and manufacturers of products brought to consumer markets are required by law to ensure their products are safe for human use. These laws reflect the basic standards and expectations consumers have regarding product safety.…
Dentists have a duty to provide high-quality patient services with safe and effective care. This obligation is called a standard of care and it is defined as the minimum degree of professionalism that dentists must…
The disability system in British Columbia offers financial assistance to employees that experience an illness, injury, or chronic medical condition that prevents them from working. Disability plans are provided by employers as part of your…
Although circumstances involving medical malpractice or medical negligence can appear similar, each is defined by different legal standards. Those who seek to file a claim after a medical accident or error must determine whether the…
When filing for long-term disability (LTD) benefits in British Columbia, a doctor’s assessment of your condition is required to determine how an injury or illness impacts your ability to work. This medical assessment, along with…
Although circumstances involving medical malpractice or medical negligence can appear very similar, each has major implications for those filing a claim. The standards of evidence between the two are different but can involve similar sets…
When a person is involved in an accident that results in a personal injury, they may suffer physically, financially, and emotionally. Life may be different after an accident, with lasting effects on your work, social,…
Determining when to hire a personal injury lawyer is important in the aftermath of many different types of accidents. When injuries result from an accident, it is important to obtain appropriate information such as who…