Liability for defamatory statements reposted on social media
INTRODUCTION Social media offers a platform for the sharing of information; however, the use of social media presents unique and significant legal challenges and potential liability, including the issues of jurisdiction and defamation. In Durand v Higgins, 2024 ABKB 108 […]
Alberta announces new policies for future renewable energy projects
On August 3, 2023, the Government of Alberta enacted the Generation Approvals Pause Regulation, which prohibited the Alberta Utilities Commission (“AUC”) from issuing approvals for renewable energy projects between August 3, 2023 and February 29, 2024.[1] The stated purpose of […]
Construction estimates and consumer protection legislation
A recent case from Ontario has established that consumer protection legislation applies to consumer construction contracts in that province. The case, which is discussed below, is not an appellate case and as such is not binding on Alberta courts. However, […]
Artificial intelligence in legal limbo: Alberta’s courts are the latest to provide guidance over the use of generative AI in legal submissions
Introduction The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly prevalent in legal practice and is being used by various practitioners and self-represented litigants as a tool to assist with legal research and court submissions. However, the integration of AI […]