Many times, an accident or case of negligence can result in the death of an individual. In these cases, the family may be entitled to a wrongful death claim. In the case of wrongful death claims, the court seeks to compensate the surviving family for things that the deceased would have been able to collect […]
Continue ReadingWhat Benefits Are You Entitled To After A Motor Vehicle Accident?
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If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, you are entitled to compensation for any injuries or expenses. What kind of compensation and the amount is dependent in many cases on who was at fault.
Continue ReadingNew Blood Test Helps Diagnose Traumatic Brain Injuries
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Earlier this year, the first blood test to assist medical professionals in diagnosing traumatic brain injuries was given a nod by the United States government. This means that the biotech company that invented it can now commercialize their test in order to find better ways to diagnose brain trauma. Brain trauma treatment will be the […]
Continue ReadingMotorcycle Safety Tips To Reduce Your Risk of Collision This Summer
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With summer almost here, it’s important to remind drivers that they share the road with others who may be far more vulnerable to injuries on our roadways. Such is the case with motorcyclists. As motorcycles are lighter, less stable, and less visible than larger vehicles, they are at higher risk in a collision.
Continue ReadingHow Posting To Social Media Can Derail Your Claim
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Very few of us have not had some encounter with social media at this point. Whether we are just communicating with our friends and family or are full participants in daily postings in a public forum, when it comes to social media, posting without consideration can be a double-edged sword, particularly if you are involved […]
Continue ReadingHow Is Liability Apportioned In A Car Accident?
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Although in Alberta we have what is known as a no-fault insurance model, there is always a matter of fault when it comes to an accident. From deciding how benefits will be dispersed to who will be the subject of a tort claim, fault is important when it comes to any car accident. So how […]
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