We don’t support government “caps” on personal injury claims in Alberta
May 30th, 2007At McNally Cuming Raymaker we have always believed that accident victims
should receive compensation for their injuries without interference or
limits by the government. It is what we do and what we fight for.
Since October of 2004, too many Albertans are experiencing first hand
the problems associated with government caps on person injuries. In
October of 2004 the government put in place “caps” on personal injury
awards with a specific focus on neck and back injuries. Now, people who
have suffered personal injuries like sprains and strains are faced with
the reality of receiving, in some cases, only $4,000.00. Others, who
sustain fractures, even those that are minor, have no limit on their
damage claim. People who suffer personal injuries should receive fair
compensation without limit.
McNally Cuming Raymaker is part of the Alberta Civil Trial Lawyers and
has strongly supported the recent Charter Challenge to try and have the
cap struck down. We support the argument that people with neck and back
injuries should not be treated differently than other people who suffer
personal and serious injuries.
The trial to have the “cap” struck down wrapped up last month and we are
optimistic that the injured claimants will prevail. As a result, we are
advising all of our clients to abeyance their Calgary serious personal injury
claims until after a decision is rendered.
In other words, we are telling clients not to settle their personal
injury claims until after the judge rules on the challenge. While we are
not sure when a decision will be made, we will continue to keep our
personal injury clients in the know.
At McNally Cuming Raymaker we are serious about serious personal injury.
Call us if you have suffered a serious personal injury, our lawyers can help.