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Overview of Bill 41 and the changes to the Alberta Insurance Act
November 13, 2020
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On October 29, 2020, the Alberta Government introduced Bill 41, the Insurance (Enhancing Driver Affordability and Care) Amendment Act, 2020. In addition, new Orders in Council enacted changes effective November 1, 2020, to the Minor Injury Regulation, Diagnostic and Treatment...
The impact of destination traffic
August 5, 2020
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During the COVID-19 lockdowns, roadway traffic notably decreased. As early as March 2020, the need to drive to local destinations was reduced as organizations paused their operations, decreased their capacity or had staff work from home. Destination Traffic While Albertans...
Personal planning during a pandemic
July 30, 2020
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Many provinces and territories are starting to re-open after months of lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, with increased activity comes increased risk of injury, so now is the perfect time to review your personal affairs. Having the right...
The impact of COVID-19 on speed-related injuries
July 22, 2020
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Although the pace of life slowed down to contain the spread of COVID-19, many Canadian cities noticed a spike in speeding. This post provides an overview on the pandemic’s contribution to speeding, and how Miller Thomson LLP’s personal injury lawyers...
Dealing with deadlines and limitations in lockdown
July 15, 2020
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Courts across Canada have limited their operations to help contain the spread of COVID-19, while treatment facilities have closed or modified their services to protect public health and safety. The personal injury lawyers at Miller Thomson LLP have been monitoring...
Four tips to treating injuries during quarantine
July 8, 2020
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The availability of treatment for victims of motor vehicle accidents came to a halt in mid-March as a result of COVID-19, but the need for treatment did not. The personal injury lawyers at Miller Thomson LLP have been working with...
Five simple steps to prepare for a “virtual” questioning
July 2, 2020
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As a result of the ongoing need to physically distance due to COVID-19, the personal injury lawyers at Miller Thomson LLP have shifted formal questionings under oath to virtual platforms in order to keep our clients’ claims moving forward. In...
Litigation in lockdown: Five ways we keep your claim moving
June 24, 2020
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COVID-19 has greatly affected the Canadian economy, and while many businesses have temporarily shut down, the personal injury lawyers at Miller Thomson LLP are still keeping our clients’ claims moving. In this post, we explain five ways we have adapted...
Back To School Zones – 5 Things To Keep In Mind
August 29, 2017
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Students across the country are gearing up and heading back to school. Kids are reuniting with friends they haven’t seen since June; others are distracted by showing off new clothes; and some of the youngest are navigating their way to...
Four Ways Social Media Can Harm Your Injury Claim
August 22, 2017
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In the age of social media, where users post photos of everything from children’s dance recitals to morning breakfast sausages, accident victims frequently use these online forums to share photos and news about their collision. Lawyers for insurance companies are...
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